Despite flying for more than 35 years, the current pair of Air Force One jets remain one of the safest and secure aircraft in the world.

Washington Former US President Donald Trump on Tuesday defended the decision to accept a luxury Boeing 747-8 aircraft from Qatar, describing it as a patriotic and cost-saving move, amid mounting debate over the transaction's legality and optics.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) said there will be “plenty of scrutiny” on a controversial decision by President Trump to accept a luxury Boeing 747-8 jetliner from Qatar to become the new Air Force One,

Iran relations and praised Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and UAE for their economic progress. He expressed willingness to negotiate with Iran but warned of pressure if they continue aggressive actions. A $600 billion investment by Saudi Arabia into the US was also announced.

Qatar has proposed to donate a plane to the U.S. Department of Defense, with legal specifics yet to be finalized, according to White House spokeswoman, Karoline Leavitt. This gesture signifies the strengthening diplomatic relations between the two nations,

President Trump’s acceptance of a Qatar-donated Boeing 747 as a new Air Force One aircraft would pose “immense counterintelligence risks” to the United States if used, according to the top