Trump Cites Security Concerns for Air Force One Decoy Maneuver
President Donald Trump stated that he left Air Force One in Turkey on a different plane due to a threat, as advised by the Secret Service and military. This move was reportedly to use Air Force One as a decoy…
Nashville, TN, August 11, 2026 —
President Donald Trump stated that he departed Air Force One in Turkey on a different aircraft, citing a security threat that prompted advice from the Secret Service and military.
The reported purpose of this maneuver was to utilize Air Force One as a decoy, potentially to deter an Iranian attack. Following this departure, President Trump reportedly re-boarded the decoy plane while in the United Kingdom before resuming his travel.
Details regarding the specific nature of the threat, the type of aircraft used as a decoy, or the precise timing of these events were not immediately available.
Story summarized from the original created by AP via Scripps News Group on www.newschannel5.com, see more information here.
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