How new Air Force One plane compares to Trump’s luxury private jet
President Donald Trump officially unveiled the newly obtained presidential aircraft on Friday afternoon at Joint Base Andrews, showcasing a large Boeing 747 gifted to the U.S. by the Qatari government set to serve as the new Air Force One jet.
As he descended from the aircraft to “God Bless the USA,” Trump brushed aside months of bipartisan ethical criticism surrounding the foreign-provided jet, telling the crowd that “only a fool” would refuse such a plane.
As previously reported by Newsweek, the new aircraft is a modified Boeing 747-8i jumbo jet originally configured as a VVIP business liner for the Qatari royal family.
The president also has a custom Boeing 757 configured to personalized specifications.
Both aircraft share broadly similar color layouts, with a prominent horizontal stripe running along the fuselage, but the schemes are effectively inverted in tone. Each jet prominently displays a name in large lettering along the body, and both feature the American flag on the tail.
Exterior
The newly unveiled presidential jet features a clean, traditional livery dominated by a white upper fuselage, with a deep blue underside and a bold horizontal red stripe running the length of the aircraft.
Along the forward section of the fuselage, the words “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” are prominently displayed in large lettering. The tail is marked with an American flag, while the engines are painted in a matching white.
Meanwhile, Trump’s private aircraft’s fuselage is painted in a glossy black upper section, paired with a white lower body separated by a vivid red stripe.
Large gold lettering spelling “TRUMP” is emblazoned across the forward section of the plane, while the engines are white, standing out against the darker fuselage above.
The presidential Boeing 747 is equipped with four engines, with two mounted under each wing, while the private jet has two engines, one beneath each wing.
Interior
The Daily Caller’s White House correspondent Regan Reese reported that the new jet “feels more like a house than a plane. Big, with warm tan walls. Glossy. Silver accents throughout. Solid wood tables. Presidential seal on every seat belt. Couches in the lounge. Photos of the National Mall in the conference room.
“The press area is 2-3x the size of the old plane’s. The seats recline all the way flat into a bed,” Reese added.
As the Air Force prioritized rapid delivery, leaving the jet’s existing interior layout minimally changed, the jet retains Qatar’s original, luxury finishes—including high-end wood paneling, premium leather lounges, and master bedrooms, Newsweek previously reported.
The aircraft is configured with multiple distinct sections, including a private presidential suite featuring an office and dressing space, a fully equipped onboard medical unit, dedicated conference areas, and two galleys capable of serving 100 simultaneous meals.
As for Trump’s custom Boeing 757, the aircraft has been entirely customized and features Italian leather seats embroidered with the Trump Family crest, 24-karat gold plated accents, two private guestrooms, three bathrooms, dining and conference areas and an extensive entertainment system, according to The Trump Organization.
Jets & Partners reported the aircraft also includes a master bedroom featuring a king-sized bed, as well as custom wood veneers and silk-lined bedding.
Does Trump Get to Keep New Air Force One?
Previous reporting has indicated that Trump could potentially continue using the aircraft after leaving office, as it is reportedly intended to be donated to his presidential library, meaning he can continue to use it.
