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Trump Departs Turkey on Older Air Force One for Security Reasons

President Trump left the NATO summit in Ankara aboard the older Air Force One, a decision made out of an abundance of caution, sources say.

Jul 9, 2026, 5:25 AM NBC Politics

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President Donald Trump departed the NATO leaders’ summit in Ankara, Turkey, on the older Air Force One rather than the newer, Qatari-donated jet. According to a source familiar with the president’s plans, this was a security decision made out of an “abundance of caution.”

During the summit, Trump also addressed several key issues, including the conflict with Iran, stating that the ceasefire is "over" following recent strikes. He indicated that the United States would consider selling F-35 fighter jets to Turkey. Additionally, Trump held a bilateral meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Trump took the opportunity to promote the SAVE America Act during his Salute to America 250 speech and expressed views on Greenland, saying it "should be controlled by the United States."

Questions arose after Air Force One departed Turkey without Trump, prompting discussion about the security measures in place.

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NBC News, Garrett Haake: Trump left Turkey on older Air Force One as a security decision

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