Former President Donald Trump’s private Boeing 757 was involved in an incident at West Palm Beach International Airport in Florida, where it clipped another corporate jet while taxiing. The Federal Aviation Administration confirmed that a privately owned 757 had made contact with a parked and unoccupied corporate jet at the airport. Although the agency did not mention Trump by name, the incident is under investigation as it occurred in an area not directed by the FAA.
The incident took place after Trump had held a rally in Wildwood, New Jersey, and the plane landed in West Palm Beach around 1:20 a.m. on Sunday. Trump’s 757, also known as “Trump Force One,” is a key feature of his presidential campaign rallies, with its luxurious interior that includes gold plated accents, private guestrooms, multiple bathrooms, dining and conference areas, and an extensive entertainment system. Trump acquired the plane in 2010, and it was originally built in 1991.
Trump has expressed his admiration for the Boeing 757, which he believes is one of the best and most well-handling planes ever made by Boeing. He even called for Boeing to bring back the 757 model, which was discontinued in 2004, citing its beauty and pilot-friendly design. The incident at the West Palm Beach airport involving Trump’s 757 and the other corporate jet is currently being looked into by the FAA, with no immediate response from the Trump campaign on the matter.
The collision at the airport has raised questions and concerns about the safety protocols and procedures followed during taxiing and maneuvering of aircraft in parking areas. The FAA noted that the incident occurred in an area not typically directed by the agency, leading to the ongoing investigation into how and why the two planes collided. Trump’s 757 has been a symbol of his presidential campaign and is often referred to as “Trump Force One” during rallies, adding to the significance of the incident.
While the specific details of the incident are still being determined, the focus remains on ensuring the safety and security of all aircraft and passengers at the West Palm Beach International Airport and at airports around the country. Trump’s use of the heavily customized Boeing 757 as a key feature of his campaign events has drawn attention to the incident, with concerns about the potential impact on his future travel plans and events. The investigation into the collision and the circumstances surrounding it will likely shed light on what steps need to be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.
