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Secret Service urged Trump to depart Turkey on old Air Force One as a security precaution, sources say
By KTRK / ABC at ABC13 Houston (KTRK / ABC)
· July 9, 2026
· 1 min read
The Secret Service urged President Donald Trump to fly out of Turkey on the old Air Force One instead of the newly retrofitted Qatari-gifted plane out of an abundance of caution
Why this matters in The Bellaire
For Bellaire residents who have grown accustomed to the sights and sounds of presidential air travel, given Houston's proximity to major airports and frequent hosting of high-profile events, the revelation that the Secret Service urged President Donald Trump to fly out of Turkey on the old Air Force One as a security precaution may resonate closely. The fact that security concerns can impact even the most seemingly routine aspects of presidential travel underscores the complex considerations at play when protecting high-profile individuals. As a community that values public safety, Bellaire residents may be interested in the measures taken to ensure the security of visiting dignitaries, and how such precautions might be applied in local contexts, such as during major events or visits from prominent figures. This incident may prompt local officials to review their own security protocols.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK / ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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