Washington – January 21, 2026. Air Force One carrying President Trump turned back to Joint Base Andrews after departure for Davos. Minor electrical fault reported shortly after takeoff. White House states precautionary return. No emergency. All personnel safe.
Aircraft left Andrews 2140 EST January 20. Fault noted over Atlantic. Immediate turnaround ordered. Landed Andrews 2307 EST. President transferred to backup C-32A. Flight to Switzerland resumed after midnight under new Air Force One designation.
Public accounts on X confirm sudden course reversal. Motorcade movement observed. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt described issue as limited electrical glitch. Brief cabin light flicker noted. Presidential schedule for Davos remains unchanged – leader meetings and forum address proceed.
Event renews attention on Air Force One maintenance history. Upgrade program for replacement VC-25B aircraft delayed to 2028 delivery. Backup aircraft standard protocol in such cases.
Davos World Economic Forum 2026 in progress. President Trump presence underscores American economic position amid international strains. First major overseas travel of term.
Current status: President airborne en route Switzerland. No additional irregularities reported.
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