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Malfunction on Air Force One Carrying Trump, Returns to Washington

Published January 21, 2026, 06:10
Malfunction on Air Force One Carrying Trump, Returns to Washington

Air Force One, the US presidential aircraft, suffered a “minor electrical issue” during its flight from Washington to Davos, where Donald Trump was scheduled to attend the World Economic Forum. Due to the malfunction, the aircraft returned to Washington. According to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, the decision to return was made shortly after departure, when the crew detected the problem. A journalist traveling with the president reported that the lights in the press cabin went out briefly after takeoff. Trump is expected to continue his trip to Davos on another presidential aircraft, likely a C-32A from the 89th Airlift Wing.