Dec 12 (Reuters) – The U.S. Air Force said on Friday the delivery of the first of two ‍new Air Force One jets from Boeing has been delayed by another year to mid-2028, the latest in a series of delays.

The Air Force One program, which ‌involves converting two 747-8 aircraft ‌into specialized jets equipped with advanced communications and defense systems to serve as the next generation of U.S. presidential air transport, would be four years behind schedule with a 2028 delivery.

Boeing said it ‍is making progress on the program. “Our focus is on delivering two exceptional Air Force One airplanes ‍for the country.”

In mid-February, Trump expressed his displeasure with Boeing but ruled out European rival Airbus as an alternative. Around the same time, Boeing ‍CEO Kelly Ortberg said Elon Mus

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