Trump has refurbished his prized $100 million Boeing 757 private jet as he announces a 2024 presidential run — see inside 'Trump Force One'

Taylor RainsNov 27, 2022, 19:12 IST

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After two years, Donald Trump's famous Boeing 757 private jet is flying again with a fresh paint job and new parts.
The aircraft has become a symbol of Trump's wealth, complete with a bedroom and gold-plated seatbelts.

During his time as president, Donald Trump paraded around the world in Air Force One, a specially-modified Boeing 747 used for presidential transport.

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The flying Oval Office is luxurious, with several staterooms and meeting rooms.

President Joe Biden meets with staff aboard Air Force One in 2021.Official White House Photo by Adam Schultz

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But, as a multi-billionaire and business tycoon, Air Force One was not Trump's first time using an enormous private jet.

Trump onboard his Boeing 757 private jet.Andrew Milligan/PA Images via Getty Images

Over the years, the former president has owned several personal aircraft, like a Cessna Citation X…

Trump stepping off his Cessna Citation X.John Locher/AP Images

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…a Boeing 727 tri-jet…

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…a Sikorsky S76 helicopter…

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…and his prized Boeing 757 narrowbody aircraft, which he named "Trump Force One."

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Trump's beloved Boeing 757 private jet is finally flying again after a year of maintenance work and a new paint job

The 757 first flew in 1991 and was previously operated by defunct carriers Sterling Airways in Denmark and TAESA Airlines in Mexico.

Trump's 757 when it flew for Sterling Airlines.Flickr/Aero Icarus

It also spent time as a corporate aircraft for Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen before being sold to Trump.

Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen (L).David McNew/Getty Images

Registered N757AF, Trump bought the 31-year-old plane in 2011 for a reported $100 million and it became an icon at his 2016 campaign rallies all over the US.

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And, it was no secret whose plane was flying overhead as it sported a giant "T" on the tail and "TRUMP" written in large letters on the fuselage.

Trump eventually painted the "Trump" letters gold.Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call/Getty Images

However, when Trump won the presidency in 2016, he was required to use the government transport fleet while in office.

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So, he traded in his beloved 757 for the presidential aircraft, but the plane was still used by members of the Trump Organization from 2017 to 2019.

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The gold-plated Boeing 757 owned by former President Trump is sitting empty at a New York airport, amid reports that the plane requires costly repairs

In 2019, the plane was parked at Stewart International Airport in New York where it sat for two years before flying to Louisiana in November 2021 for refurbishment.

Trump's 757 parked at Stewart International Airport in New York.Andrew Lichtenstein/Corbis via Getty Images

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Trump announced on his website in May 2021 that the plane, which needed a new paint job and maintenance work, would be "fully restored and updated" in Louisiana and "used at upcoming rallies."

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Source: Donald J Trump, Trump plans to restore his 'beautiful' Boeing 757 with Rolls-Royce engines and new paint job for future rallies

Trump announced on his website in May 2021 that the plane, which needed a new paint job and maintenance work, would be "fully restored and updated" in Louisiana and "used at upcoming rallies."

Source: Donald J Trump, Trump plans to restore his 'beautiful' Boeing 757 with Rolls-Royce engines and new paint job for future rallies

Although Trump initially said the plane would re-enter service at the end of 2021, it is finally back as of July 2022.

Trump's 757 getting a new paint job.MediaPost, LLC for Landlocked Aviation

Eric Trump posted a time-lapse video on Twitter of the 757's new paint job, which was completed by aircraft refinishing company Landlocked Aviation.

Trump's 757 getting a new paint job.MediaPost, LLC for Landlocked Aviation

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Company president Tyson Grenzebach told local outlet 7News in July that the job took 40 people and about a month to complete.

Trump's 757 getting a new paint job.MediaPost, LLC for Landlocked Aviation

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The fresh livery sports a black fuselage and an American flag on the tail...

Trump's 757 getting a new paint job.MediaPost, LLC for Landlocked Aviation.

...and the signature gold "Trump" lettering.

Trump's new 757 paint job.MediaPost, LLC for Landlocked Aviation

"Excellence requested, excellence delivered!" Grenzebach told Insider. "The great men and women of Landlocked Aviation are proud to always deliver superior aircraft refinishing work while providing exceptional customer service."

Trump's 757 going into Landlocked Aviation's paint shop.MediaPost, LLC

"Excellence requested, excellence delivered!" Grenzebach told Insider. "The great men and women of Landlocked Aviation are proud to always deliver superior aircraft refinishing work while providing exceptional customer service."

Soon, the private aircraft is expected to return as the former head of state officially starts his 2024 presidential campaign — take a look inside Trump's luxurious ride as it looked in 2011.

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Trump announces his Boeing 757 private jet is set to return as he hints at 2024 Presidential run

Soon, the private aircraft is expected to return as the former head of state officially starts his 2024 presidential campaign — take a look inside Trump's luxurious ride as it looked in 2011.

Trump announces his Boeing 757 private jet is set to return as he hints at 2024 Presidential run

Entering from the back of the jet, you'll first see inside the galley complete with glassware, a sink, and coffee makers, creating a small kitchen.

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Source: The Trump Organization

The 43-seater jet can accommodate gourmet meals, but Trump has been seen eating Big Macs and French fries onboard.

Donald Trump eats a meal from McDonald's in his 757 private jet.Donald Trump for President

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Beyond the galley are a first class cabin and a dining area with loungers and a couch...

Behind the dining area through the door is the first class cabin (far left).Andrew Milligan/PA Images via Getty Images

...and a table with four chairs, which Trump regularly conducted interviews from.

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Amanda Miller, the Trump Organization's SVP of marketing & corporate communications, said in a 2011 video tour that the seatbelts and other finishes are 24K gold-plated...

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Amanda Miller, the Trump Organization's SVP of marketing & corporate communications, said in a 2011 video tour that the seatbelts and other finishes are 24K gold-plated...

...and the headrests and pillows have been etched with the Trump family crest.

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Moving through the jet, passengers will find the main lounge, which features seats, a couch, and the SkyTheater with a 57" TV and sound system that replicates a "Hollywood screening room," Miller said.

Pictured is the main lounge's couch.Andrew Milligan/PA Images via Getty Images

Source: The Trump Organization

Moving through the jet, passengers will find the main lounge, which features seats, a couch, and the SkyTheater with a 57" TV and sound system that replicates a "Hollywood screening room," Miller said.

There is also a touchscreen system that controls the theater and has a special "T" list that shows Trump's favorite movies and CDs.

Donald Trump and Ivanka Trump sit in loungers in front of the dining area.Andrew Milligan/PA Images via Getty Images

The plane would not be complete without a few bedrooms, including a guest room with wood finishings, a theater system, and two couches that convert into a double bed.

The two couches convert into a double bed.Andrew Milligan/PA Images via Getty Images

The plane would not be complete without a few bedrooms, including a guest room with wood finishings, a theater system, and two couches that convert into a double bed.

Meanwhile, Trump has his own private bedroom with a custom headboard, pillows, and comforter, as well as a theater system and work desk.

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The former president also has a master bathroom with a green countertop and gold-plated sink...

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...as well as a toilet that doubles as a seat, which is common on many private jets.

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Towards the front of the jet is a VIP area with a couch and lounges, which is where the pilots or other important people can relax.

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Source: The Trump Organization

Although the plane is decked out, it's not much use without pilots. Long-time aviators, John Dunkin and Jay Galpin, head the controls in the 757's glass display cockpit in 2014.

Pilots Captains John Dunkin (L) and Jay Galpin (R) after flying Trump's 757 private jet.Andrew Milligan/PA Images via Getty Images

Although the plane is decked out, it's not much use without pilots. Long-time aviators, John Dunkin and Jay Galpin, head the controls in the 757's glass display cockpit in 2014.

Since its revival, Jack Sweeney, who became famous for tracking billionaire planes like Elon Musk's on Twitter, has recorded the 757's recent flights on his Twitter account, "Trump Jets."

Trump-branded water bottle on the 757.Andrew Milligan/PA Images via Getty Images

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Since its revival, Jack Sweeney, who became famous for tracking billionaire planes like Elon Musk's on Twitter, has recorded the 757's recent flights on his Twitter account, "Trump Jets."

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Starting on October 15, the 757 flew several flights around Lake Charles, Louisiana before heading home to Palm Beach, Florida on October 19, per tracking website ADS-B Exchange.

Looking down the hallway of Trump's 757.Andrew Milligan/PA Images via Getty Images

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Starting on October 15, the 757 flew several flights around Lake Charles, Louisiana before heading home to Palm Beach, Florida on October 19, per tracking website ADS-B Exchange.

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The jet has since flown to places like Corpus Christi, Texas; Latrobe, Pennsylvania; Sioux City, Iowa; and Dayton, Ohio.

Trump's 757 flight to Texas on October 22.ADS-B Exchange via Twitter/Jack Sweeney

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Trump has refurbished his prized $100 million Boeing 757 private jet as he announces a 2024 presidential run &mdash; see inside 'Trump Force One'

During his time as president, Donald Trump paraded around the world in Air Force One, a specially-modified Boeing 747 used for presidential transport.

The flying Oval Office is luxurious, with several staterooms and meeting rooms.

But, as a multi-billionaire and business tycoon, Air Force One was not Trump's first time using an enormous private jet.

Over the years, the former president has owned several personal aircraft, like a Cessna Citation X…

…a Boeing 727 tri-jet…

…a Sikorsky S76 helicopter…

…and his prized Boeing 757 narrowbody aircraft, which he named "Trump Force One."

The 757 first flew in 1991 and was previously operated by defunct carriers Sterling Airways in Denmark and TAESA Airlines in Mexico.

It also spent time as a corporate aircraft for Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen before being sold to Trump.

Registered N757AF, Trump bought the 31-year-old plane in 2011 for a reported $100 million and it became an icon at his 2016 campaign rallies all over the US.

And, it was no secret whose plane was flying overhead as it sported a giant "T" on the tail and "TRUMP" written in large letters on the fuselage.

However, when Trump won the presidency in 2016, he was required to use the government transport fleet while in office.

So, he traded in his beloved 757 for the presidential aircraft, but the plane was still used by members of the Trump Organization from 2017 to 2019.

In 2019, the plane was parked at Stewart International Airport in New York where it sat for two years before flying to Louisiana in November 2021 for refurbishment.

Trump announced on his website in May 2021 that the plane, which needed a new paint job and maintenance work, would be "fully restored and updated" in Louisiana and "used at upcoming rallies."

Although Trump initially said the plane would re-enter service at the end of 2021, it is finally back as of July 2022.

Eric Trump posted a time-lapse video on Twitter of the 757's new paint job, which was completed by aircraft refinishing company Landlocked Aviation.

Company president Tyson Grenzebach told local outlet 7News in July that the job took 40 people and about a month to complete.

The fresh livery sports a black fuselage and an American flag on the tail...

...and the signature gold "Trump" lettering.

"Excellence requested, excellence delivered!" Grenzebach told Insider. "The great men and women of Landlocked Aviation are proud to always deliver superior aircraft refinishing work while providing exceptional customer service."

Soon, the private aircraft is expected to return as the former head of state officially starts his 2024 presidential campaign — take a look inside Trump's luxurious ride as it looked in 2011.

Entering from the back of the jet, you'll first see inside the galley complete with glassware, a sink, and coffee makers, creating a small kitchen.

The 43-seater jet can accommodate gourmet meals, but Trump has been seen eating Big Macs and French fries onboard.

Beyond the galley are a first class cabin and a dining area with loungers and a couch...

...and a table with four chairs, which Trump regularly conducted interviews from.

Amanda Miller, the Trump Organization's SVP of marketing & corporate communications, said in a 2011 video tour that the seatbelts and other finishes are 24K gold-plated...

...and the headrests and pillows have been etched with the Trump family crest.

Moving through the jet, passengers will find the main lounge, which features seats, a couch, and the SkyTheater with a 57" TV and sound system that replicates a "Hollywood screening room," Miller said.

There is also a touchscreen system that controls the theater and has a special "T" list that shows Trump's favorite movies and CDs.

The plane would not be complete without a few bedrooms, including a guest room with wood finishings, a theater system, and two couches that convert into a double bed.

Meanwhile, Trump has his own private bedroom with a custom headboard, pillows, and comforter, as well as a theater system and work desk.

The former president also has a master bathroom with a green countertop and gold-plated sink...

...as well as a toilet that doubles as a seat, which is common on many private jets.

Towards the front of the jet is a VIP area with a couch and lounges, which is where the pilots or other important people can relax.

Although the plane is decked out, it's not much use without pilots. Long-time aviators, John Dunkin and Jay Galpin, head the controls in the 757's glass display cockpit in 2014.

Since its revival, Jack Sweeney, who became famous for tracking billionaire planes like Elon Musk's on Twitter, has recorded the 757's recent flights on his Twitter account, "Trump Jets."

Starting on October 15, the 757 flew several flights around Lake Charles, Louisiana before heading home to Palm Beach, Florida on October 19, per tracking website ADS-B Exchange.

The jet has since flown to places like Corpus Christi, Texas; Latrobe, Pennsylvania; Sioux City, Iowa; and Dayton, Ohio.

Trump has refurbished his prized $100 million Boeing 757 private jet as he announces a 2024 presidential run — see inside 'Trump Force One'