WATCH: Trump Boards Old Air Force One in Ankara After Arrival in New Air Force One| Times Now World

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A dramatic conclusion to a historic summit. As the 2026 NATO Ankara Summit wraps up, U.S. President Donald Trump has departed Turkey—but with a surprise twist. Rather than taking off in the state-of-the-art $400 million "bridge" Air Force One that brought him to Ankara, the President boarded the classic VC-25A aircraft for his return trip to Washington. The President cited "old time's sake" for the switch, while his new, technologically advanced 747-8 aircraft made a separate journey to RAF Mildenhall in the U.K. to host tours for U.S. service members. This unique logistical maneuver concludes a summit defined by aggressive defense spending targets, new $50 billion industrial procurement deals, and intense diplomatic friction. We break down the significance of this aircraft swap, the final outcomes of the Ankara Declaration, and the lasting impact of this summit on the transatlantic alliance. #Trump #AirForceOne #NATOSummit #Ankara2026 #AviationNews #BreakingNews #NATO #Geopolitics

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