Inside Trump’s Qatar-Gifted $400M ‘Sky Palace’ Private Jet and Its Controversy

Trump Administration Accepts $400M Luxury 747 as Temporary Air Force One
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[Image: A sleek Boeing 747-8 with the U.S. presidential seal, parked on a runway.]

The Trump administration has accepted a $400 million Boeing 747-8 from Qatar’s royal family to serve as a temporary Air Force One. The aircraft, previously used by Qatar’s elite, is a flying luxury suite, featuring a master bedroom, a guest suite, two full bathrooms with showers, five kitchens, and a private office. Designed to accommodate 90 passengers and 14 crew, it includes 40 TVs, plush seating, and gold-accented interiors reminiscent of Trump’s signature style.

[Image: Lavish lounge area with leather couches, a large TV, and gold-trimmed decor.]

Why a Temporary Jet?
The current Air Force One, in service since the 1990s, is due for replacement. However, Boeing’s new presidential aircraft project, initially set for 2024, faces delays and budget overruns, now projected for 2027. The $3.9 billion program, launched in 2018, has been plagued by engineering and supply issues. The Qatar-offered 747-8 will serve as an interim solution while the new fleet is completed.

Luxury Meets Security
The 747-8’s interior, redesigned by defense contractor L3Harris, includes secure communication systems, a mobile command center, and nuclear threat protections. The plane’s 250-foot frame makes it the longest to ever serve as Air Force One. Modifications ensure it can function as a secure airborne command post, allowing