Trump eyes alternatives after Boeing’s new Air Force One delay sparks frustration

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President Donald Trump is keeping his options for presidential aircraft open as Boeing’s delivery of two new Air Force One airplanes runs at least three years behind schedule.

During remarks to reporters onboard Air Force One on Wednesday, Trump said he was “not happy” that Boeing was facing steep delays and suggested he might convert a used aircraft to become his presidential airplane or look overseas for other alternatives.

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