09 jun 2026
VC-25B Air Force One “Bridge” Aircraft Now Wears Trump’s Preferred Red, White, and Blue Paint Job
The U.S. Air Force has confirmed that the VC-25B “Bridge” aircraft is now wearing its new ( and controversial ) red, white, and blue livery as it undergoes final preparations for its official delivery. Aviation photographer Travis Ghormley shared the first picture of the modified Boeing 747-8i with its new paint scheme yesterday. It was taken the day before in Waco, Texas.
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The Qatari Boeing 747-8i aircraft gifted to the United States to serve as an interim Air Force One is now donning the red, white and blue livery. The president’s aircraft, referred to as the VC-25B Bridge, is undergoing its final “government modifications,” an Air Force spokesperson told Military Times on Wednesday.
military timesThe Qatari Boeing 747-8i aircraft gifted to the United States to serve as an interim Air Force One is now donning the red, white and blue livery. The president’s aircraft, referred to as the VC-25B Bridge, is undergoing its final “government modifications,” an Air Force spokesperson told Military Times on Wednesday.
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Qatari-donated Air Force One now sports red, white and blue paint job
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Qatari-donated Air Force One now sports red, white and blue paint job
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