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Qatar's wealthy emir Sheikh Tamim gave away $400m luxury 747 to Trump, then quietly rebuilt a $500m superyacht for next voyage

Few state assets attract as much attention as a presidential aircraft, particularly when it begins life in the fleet of a foreign royal family. Yet while debate in Washington centred on Qatar's decision to present one of its luxury Boeing 747-8 aircraft to the United States, another project involving the…

The Times of India

'Closure for next of kin': Malaysia extends MH370 search by one more year

Malaysia has extended by one year its deal with deep-sea exploration firm Ocean Infinity to search for missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370, the transport ministry said on Monday.

The Times of India

Indian Air Force C-17s carry relief materials to earthquake-hit Venezuela via Abidjan under OP Amistad

Indian Air Force's Boeing C-17 Globemaster aircraft have transited through Cote d'Ivoire's capital city of Abidjan en route to Venezuela carrying relief materials to the earthquake-hit country under Operation Amistad.

The Economic Times

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Air India may restore some flight schedules amid easing West Asia conflict: Sources

According to airline sources, Air India CEO Campbell Wilson communicated to employees that the easing of the conflict has created a more stable operating environment, which in turn has increased available airspace and led to a significant moderation in fuel prices.

The Economic Times

NASA's canceled Artemis hardware contracts reached $5.9 billion, audit finds

A memo issued by NASA Office of Inspector General highlights huge cost increases and extended timelines for Artemis program hardware that has since been canceled.

Space

Watch: Boeing 777's near-miss — wing skims inches from runway during risky manoeuvre

The widely shared footage has fuelled debate among aviation experts and pilots, many of whom questioned the unusually low altitude at which the widebody aircraft was flown. The Boeing 777 is one of the world's largest twin-engine commercial aircraft and is generally operated with generous safety margins during low-level manoeuvres…

The Times of India

FAA proposes to speed new commercial aircraft certifications

The Federal Aviation Administration is proposing significant changes to expedite the certification of new commercial aircraft, aligning its regulations with European standards. This move aims to reduce costs and complexity for manufacturers like Boeing and Airbus. The agency is also making progress on approving new variants of the Boeing 737…

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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

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.

International Business Times UK

'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.

France 24

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…

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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 Economic Times

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.

Bangkok Post

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."

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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