Trump touts ‘record’ Boeing-Qatar Airways deal

 Trump touts ‘record’ Boeing-Qatar Airways deal

  
Former U.S. President Donald Trump, during his visit to Qatar, announced a record-breaking aircraft deal between Qatar Airways and Boeing, calling it one of the largest in Boeing’s history.

 Deal Overview:

• Aircraft Ordered: Between 160 to 210 Boeing aircraft

  • Includes 130 Boeing 787 Dreamliners

  • 30 Boeing 777X jets

  • Plus options for 50 more aircraft

• Engine Supplier:

  • All planes will be powered by GE Aerospace engines

• Estimated Value:

  • The total deal could range between $96 billion to $200 billion

• Economic Impact:

  • The White House claims it will support 154,000 U.S. jobs per year

Controversial Jet Gift:

Alongside the deal, Trump also announced he would accept a luxury Boeing 747-8 jet from Qatar as a gift. He plans to convert it for temporary use as Air Force One.

• This move sparked legal, ethical, and national security concerns

• Experts warn the retrofitting of the jet to meet presidential standards could cost over $1 billion

 Broader Economic Agreements:

During the visit, total U.S.-Qatar economic agreements signed amounted to $243.5 billion

• Includes defense, aviation, and industrial deals

• Aims to boost U.S. manufacturing and strengthen U.S.-Qatar ties

Key Takeaways:

• It’s one of Boeing’s largest commercial deals ever

• Seen as a major boost for U.S. aerospace exports

• Trump calls it a win for American jobs and manufacturing

• However, the gifted aircraft has triggered bipartisan scrutiny in Washington

 Sources:

• NY Post – Boeing inks massive deal

• Reuters – Qatar signs $200B jet deal

• Time – Trump brokers $200B Boeing deal