Reports emerged that Donald Trump’s ‘doomsday plane’ was in flight last night, sparking speculation as tensions in the Middle East continue to rise.
The Boeing E-4B ‘Nightwatch,’ often referred to as the ‘doomsday plane,’ embarked on a four-hour journey from Bossier City at 5:56pm ET, arriving at Joint Base Andrews at 10:01pm ET.
The United States maintains a fleet of four E-4B aircraft, which serve as emergency command centers during crises such as 9/11, and it appears to have been deployed this week.
After deviating from its usual path, the ‘doomsday plane’ landed at Joint Base Andrews late in the evening, following a route that began at Barksdale Air Force Base in Shreveport, Louisiana.
This aircraft is designed to act as a mobile command center for the president and senior military leaders in the event of catastrophic incidents, including nuclear warfare.
It is capable of withstanding nuclear detonations and electromagnetic pulses, making it an essential asset in the face of potential disasters.
According to the US Air Force: “In case of national emergency or destruction of ground command and control centers, the aircraft provides a highly survivable command, control and communications center to direct U.S. forces, execute emergency war orders, and coordinate actions by civil authorities.”
The deployment of the aircraft has raised concerns about the current global situation, as it is typically employed during significant national or international crises.
However, it should be noted that the fleet undergoes routine flights throughout the year.
There has been no official confirmation regarding the specific reason for the plane’s recent deployment, although it coincides with increasing tensions in the United States.
Since June 13, Israel has been carrying out strikes in Tehran without direct US involvement. In response, Iran has launched its own missiles, with some breaching the Iron Dome defenses in Tel Aviv.
Trump has openly addressed the issue with Iran, warning the nation to negotiate a new nuclear agreement or face increased military actions.
On Truth Social, the president stated: “We now have complete and total control of the skies over Iran. Iran had good sky trackers and other defensive equipment, and plenty of it, but it doesn’t compare to American made, conceived, and manufactured ‘stuff.’ Nobody does it better than the good ol’ USA.”
He continued, “We know exactly where the so-called ‘Supreme Leader’ is hiding. He is an easy target, but is safe there – We are not going to take him out (kill!), at least not for now. But we don’t want missiles shot at civilians, or American soldiers. Our patience is wearing thin. Thank you for your attention to this matter!”