Boeing 747

The US Air Force's E-4B Nightwatch, known as the 'doomsday plane', is drawing attention for its reported ability to survive a nuclear war and keep America's command structure functioning. The modified Boeing 747 can serve as an airborne command post for the president and defense leadership during catastrophic emergencies, with a no-fail mission to remain operational even in the worst-case scenario.

The Boeing 747 that Qatar gifted to the United States, valued at around $400 million, has reportedly been taken out of service after less than three months of use, with an extended grounding period now expected. The aircraft, intended for use as a presidential plane, is drawing attention over maintenance and refitting questions, and the story is trending in Brazil and Germany.

A Lufthansa Boeing 747 jumbo jet suddenly aborted its landing in a tight maneuver, pulling up shortly before touchdown. The go-around is drawing attention in Germany, with coverage of how close the aircraft came to the runway before climbing again and what prompted the crew to break off the approach.

Donald Trump defended accepting a Boeing 747 from Qatar to serve as an interim Air Force One, saying that when gifts are given, 'you take them'. The plan to use the plane donated by the Qatari government has drawn criticism over security, ethics and constitutional questions about accepting foreign gifts, while supporters argue it is a practical solution to delays in the new presidential aircraft's delivery.

A Lufthansa Boeing 747-8 reportedly came within inches of a tail strike at Los Angeles International Airport after its pilots aborted a landing. The widebody's rear fuselage is said to have nearly contacted the runway during the go-around, an incident aviation watchers say highlights how close such manoeuvres can come to serious damage.