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Trump is a president with a deep history with aviation. Now, he’s designed his own Air Force One
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
By Alexandra Skores, CNN
Washington, DC (CNN) — There had never been a US president who’d spent most of his pre-White House career jetting around the world in planes with his name on the side or even running his own airline.
Until President Donald Trump.
“I love aviation,” Trump told troops...
Key takeaway By Alexandra Skores, CNN Washington, DC (CNN) — There had never been a US president who’d spent most of his pre-White House career jetting around the world in planes with his name on the side or even running his own airline.
Why this matters in The El Paso
For El Paso residents, the news of President Trump's redesigned Air Force One may seem like a distant development, but it has implications for the local economy. As a major city near a US-Mexico border crossing, El Paso's economy is heavily influenced by international trade and commerce. The city's airport and transportation infrastructure play a critical role in facilitating the flow of goods and people. President Trump's interest in aviation and his efforts to put his mark on Air Force One could potentially impact the city's aviation industry, including the El Paso International Airport. Additionally, the president's background in aviation and his experience running an airline could inform his policies on transportation and trade, which would have a direct impact on El Paso's businesses and residents. As the city continues to grow and develop its international trade relationships, the president's actions on aviation will be worth watching.
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Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
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What is this story about? By Alexandra Skores, CNN
Washington, DC (CNN) — There had never been a US president who’d spent most of his pre-White House career jetting around the world in planes with his name on the side or even running his own airline.
Until President Donald Trump.
“I love aviation,” Trump told troops...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 24, 2026 by KVIA ABC-7 and curated for The El Paso readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7. To learn more about how The El Paso selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
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