President Donald Trump’s aircraft was forced to reverse course and return to Joint Base Andrews on Tuesday night shortly after departing for the World Economic Forum in Davos because of a mechanical issue, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters.
According to the White House, the technical problem occurred shortly after takeoff. As a safety precaution, the flight was immediately turned back, and all necessary measures were taken for the crew and passengers. Officials confirmed that the situation remained fully under control and that no one was harmed.
President Trump’s planned speech in Davos was expected to focus on international economic matters, global market stability, and the United States’ economic strategy. It remains unclear when the flight will resume.
Security experts note that although such incidents are rare, they demonstrate how rigorous technical inspections are for high‑level flights. The White House stated that the aircraft’s technical condition will be thoroughly examined and that relevant teams have already begun work.
