The U.S. military has initiated preparations to convert a Qatari executive jet into a backup Air Force One aircraft. The unusual move comes as part of the military’s efforts to ensure continuity of government operations in the event of a crisis. The process to transform the Boeing 747-8 jet, originally intended for Qatari royalty, into a functioning Air Force One replica is expected to take several months.
The decision to repurpose the Qatari jet was made in light of the age of the current Air Force One fleet, which has been in service for over three decades. The new aircraft will serve as a backup to the existing Air Force One planes, which will continue to be the primary means of presidential travel.
The U.S. military has not disclosed the total cost of this conversion project, but officials have stated that it is necessary to have a contingency plan in place. While some critics have raised concerns about the expenditure on a backup Air Force One, supporters argue that the safety and security of the president and continuity of government are paramount.
The Qatari government has not officially commented on the conversion of their jet for this purpose. However, sources close to the matter suggest that Qatar is willing to cooperate with the U.S. on this project due to the strong diplomatic ties between the two countries.
Overall, this initiative highlights the U.S. military’s proactive approach to ensuring the resilience of critical government functions, including presidential transport, in times of potential crisis.
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