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Thai adds Boeing 787-9 aircraft to expand long-haul capacity

Thai Airways International Plc (Thai) has announced the addition of a Boeing 787-9 aircraft to its fleet as part of an ongoing strategy to enhance operational efficiency, strengthen long-haul services and accommodate growing travel demand.

Bangkok Post

Rory Kennedy revisits Boeing in new film sparked by whistleblower’s death: ‘We’ve got to stay at this’

Film-maker talks about her documentary on John Barnett, the Boeing whistleblower who killed himself in 2024

The Guardian - US

Akasa Air eyes 30% capacity growth in FY27

Akasa Air is set for a significant 30% capacity expansion this financial year, with ambitious long-term plans remaining steadfast despite geopolitical uncertainties. The airline, operating 39 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, currently dedicates about a quarter of its capacity to international routes. With a focus on strong capitalization, Akasa Air is…

The Economic Times

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Trump Set to Own Qatar-Gifted Air Force One in 2029 Following $934M Taxpayer-Funded Retrofit

President Trump plans to personally own a Qatar-gifted Boeing 747-8, converted into an interim Air Force One, sparking debate over ethics and taxpayer funding

International Business Times UK

Jurgen Klopp fires back at 'attention-seeking' ex-Netherlands star comments, after uncharacteristic Virgil Van Dijk display

Jurgen Klopp is making a habit of defending his former players

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Children born today could still see B-52 bombers in service when they’re 25; Boeing built the last one in Wichita in 1962, and Rolls-Royce is re-engining them

Prepare for a flying centenarian! The iconic Boeing B-52 Stratofortress, first deployed in 1955, is set to remain operational until the 2050s, potentially serving for a century. Thanks to extensive modernization, including new Rolls-Royce engines and advanced avionics, this Cold War relic is being transformed into the B-52J, a formidable…

The Times of India

China hits back at US sanctions on tech giants, restricts exports to 10 American defense firms

China imposed export controls on 10 US companies involved in defence and rare earths mining in response to Washington's blacklist, and banned public procurement from dozens more firms, Beijing said Monday. China's finance ministry simultaneously announced a ban on agencies involved in public procurement from buying products made by 46…

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‘A flying White House’: President Trump unveils the new Air Force One

Converted from a former Qatari-owned Boeing 747, the new Air Force One will serve as a temporary presidential aircraft until Boeing delivers the long-delayed replacement fleet in 2028.

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'My Friend Leon': Trump Blasted for 'Dementia' After Calling Elon Musk Wrong Name on New $400M Jet

Donald Trump's unveiling of a new $400m Air Force One‑style jet was overshadowed after he introduced Elon Musk as 'Leon', sparking viral mockery and fresh speculation about his mental fitness.

International Business Times UK

Why Donald Trump's Lifelong Sobriety Conceals an All-Consuming Behavioral Addiction

Donald Trump says he never drinks, citing his brother's death from alcoholism as a warning, but experts argue his relationship with power, wealth and sex bears the hallmarks of behavioural addiction.

International Business Times UK

Trump unveils new Air Force One converted from luxury jet gifted by Qatar

US President Donald Trump on Friday unveiled a new Air Force One converted from a former Qatari-owned Boeing 747, calling it a "flying White House" while touting the aircraft's luxury interior. The plane will serve as a temporary replacement as presidential jets ordered directly from Boeing have been delayed until…

France 24

Watch: Qatar's $400 million ‘world’s most luxurious plane’ joins Trump's Air Force One fleet

President Trump unveiled a $400 million Boeing 747 gifted by Qatar as a temporary Air Force One, sparking criticism over its value and potential impact on defense projects. The luxurious jet, featuring a striking new livery, will serve until new presidential aircraft arrive in 2027-2028. Trump defended the gift, citing…

The Times of India

Donald Trump unveils 'flying White House' gifted by Qatar amidst Iran war, Strait of Hormuz deal at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland. All about 'largest Air Force One ever built'

Donald Trump Air Force One: The aircraft, a luxury Boeing 747, had previously generated controversy after Qatar offered it to replace the presidential jet last year.

The Economic Times

Qatar-gifted Air Force One replacement unveiled

JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Maryland - US President Donald Trump unveiled on Friday a replacement Air Force One aircraft gifted by Qatar, which he dubbed a "flying White House."

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The Guardian - US

Trump unveils new Air Force One, a converted Qatari 747

New craft, called VC-25B Bridge, had provoked protest since $400m jet wildly exceeds limit on unsolicited gifts

AAP

Trump unveils 747 ahead of joining Air Force One fleet

The Air Force One upgrade's cost has not been disclosed and some experts fear it may not be as secure as the existing fleet's aircraft.

The Independent UK

Trump brags about his color scheme for Air Force One as he unveils $400M plane from Qatar

‘This is considered the world's most luxurious plane,’ Trump said

The Independent UK

President Donald Trump unveils the new Air Force One, a converted Qatari jet

President Donald Trump has unveiled the new Air Force One, a formerly Qatari-owned jumbo jet now converted into the official U.S. presidential aircraft

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International Business Times UK

Air Force One That Flew Six Presidents Retires as Trump Awaits Qatar-Donated Jet

Air Force One, the iconic VC-25A, retires after 35 years of service. The new Boeing 747-8, donated by Qatar, is set to join the presidential fleet, marking a new era in presidential aviation.

The Economic Times

Trump takes final ride on old Air Force One plane, jet gifted by Qatar to join fleet

President Donald Trump has taken his last flight aboard the iconic Boeing 747-200B Air Force One. This aircraft served US presidents for 35 years. A new, specially modified Boeing 747 gifted by Qatar will now take over presidential duties. This new jet features a red, white, and blue design. It…

The Economic Times

'Last ride': White House says goodbye to Air Force One as US awaits Qatari jet

America's presidential transport is set for a change. Officials bid farewell to an aging Air Force One jet. Speculation is rife that a Boeing 747 gifted by Qatar will soon take flight. This new aircraft, valued in the hundreds of millions, is undergoing preparations. President Trump is reportedly considering its…

Bangkok Post

'Last ride': US says goodbye to Air Force One as Qatari jet awaits

WASHINGTON - Is it goodbye Air Force One, hello Qatar Force One?

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B-52 Stratofortress crashes during routine test mission at Edwards Air Force Base, kills eight military and civilian personnel

“The crash was not survivable."

The Guardian - US

US air force names eight killed in Boeing B-52 test flight crash in California

Victims include four airmen, a reservist and three civilians as inquiry into Edwards crash continues

AAP

Qantas picks London for record-breaking non-stop flight

Direct commercial flights between London and Sydney are set to fly for the first time from October 2027, Qantas says.

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