New Air Force One Fleet Delayed Until 2026: Taxpayers to Bear Millions in Costs
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New fleet of Air Force One aircraft delayed until 2026, costing taxpayers millions
In a recent report, it has been revealed that the new fleet of Air Force One aircraft, initially promised to be delivered within a few years, has been delayed until March 2026. The delay, which has already cost Boeing $2 billion, is expected to result in a total expense of $5.3 billion.
The U.S. Air Force has confirmed the news, citing a mix of factors for the latest delay, including "impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic, interiors supplier transition, manpower limitations, wiring design timelines, and projected test execution rates."
The constant string of setbacks has not only cost Boeing billions but also taxpayers, who will have to bear the burden of maintaining the old fleet of 747s, which are less fuel-efficient and will cost $390 million just to keep in the air.
The news is particularly concerning given Boeing's recent struggles, including a pattern of aircraft defects and whistleblower deaths. The company's optics have taken a hit, and the latest delay has not helped its cause.
The delay in delivering the new fleet of Air Force One aircraft raises questions about the efficiency of the current travel infrastructure in the U.S. While high-speed rail is often touted as a solution, it would be more expensive and less efficient than our current infrastructure.
The U.S. has more cars per capita, more highways, more airports, and more railroads than China or the EU. Additionally, Americans prefer to drive on trips up to 500 miles so they can have their car when they arrive and take the whole family for one price. For longer trips, Americans prefer flying because even high-speed rail is slower.
In contrast, high-speed rail works in Europe and China because of government subsidies, higher taxes, and because people typically travel shorter distances and have fewer travel options.
The U.S. has the most extensive rail network in the world, with the American National Rail Network spanning 224,000 miles of track, primarily designed for heavy-gauge freight trains. In comparison, the European rail system is only half the size, with 94,000 miles of track, while China has 96,312 miles of track.
The U.S. also has the most airports of any country in the world, with 15,873. In comparison, the EU has over 2,000 airports, while China has only 531. Europeans may find trains sufficient because they don’t travel the long distances that Americans do.
The average American travels two to three times as much as EU citizens, depending on the country.
In conclusion, while the delay in delivering the new fleet of Air Force One aircraft is concerning, it highlights the need for a more efficient travel infrastructure in the U.S. High-speed rail, while popular in Europe and China, would not be a viable solution for the U.S. given its extensive rail network and preference for driving and flying.
Sources:
conservativeinstitute.org
thegatewaypundit.com
variety.com
In a recent report, it has been revealed that the new fleet of Air Force One aircraft, initially promised to be delivered within a few years, has been delayed until March 2026. The delay, which has already cost Boeing $2 billion, is expected to result in a total expense of $5.3 billion.
The U.S. Air Force has confirmed the news, citing a mix of factors for the latest delay, including "impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic, interiors supplier transition, manpower limitations, wiring design timelines, and projected test execution rates."
The constant string of setbacks has not only cost Boeing billions but also taxpayers, who will have to bear the burden of maintaining the old fleet of 747s, which are less fuel-efficient and will cost $390 million just to keep in the air.
The news is particularly concerning given Boeing's recent struggles, including a pattern of aircraft defects and whistleblower deaths. The company's optics have taken a hit, and the latest delay has not helped its cause.
The delay in delivering the new fleet of Air Force One aircraft raises questions about the efficiency of the current travel infrastructure in the U.S. While high-speed rail is often touted as a solution, it would be more expensive and less efficient than our current infrastructure.
The U.S. has more cars per capita, more highways, more airports, and more railroads than China or the EU. Additionally, Americans prefer to drive on trips up to 500 miles so they can have their car when they arrive and take the whole family for one price. For longer trips, Americans prefer flying because even high-speed rail is slower.
In contrast, high-speed rail works in Europe and China because of government subsidies, higher taxes, and because people typically travel shorter distances and have fewer travel options.
The U.S. has the most extensive rail network in the world, with the American National Rail Network spanning 224,000 miles of track, primarily designed for heavy-gauge freight trains. In comparison, the European rail system is only half the size, with 94,000 miles of track, while China has 96,312 miles of track.
The U.S. also has the most airports of any country in the world, with 15,873. In comparison, the EU has over 2,000 airports, while China has only 531. Europeans may find trains sufficient because they don’t travel the long distances that Americans do.
The average American travels two to three times as much as EU citizens, depending on the country.
In conclusion, while the delay in delivering the new fleet of Air Force One aircraft is concerning, it highlights the need for a more efficient travel infrastructure in the U.S. High-speed rail, while popular in Europe and China, would not be a viable solution for the U.S. given its extensive rail network and preference for driving and flying.
Sources:
conservativeinstitute.org
thegatewaypundit.com
variety.com
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