Ohio Senator J.D. Vance's campaign plane, a Boeing 737 famously dubbed "Trump Force Two," was forced to make an emergency landing on Friday due to a door-seal malfunction shortly after takeoff. This incident adds to the growing list of technical issues surrounding Boeing aircraft this year.
Vance, a prominent figure in the upcoming U.S. presidential election, was en route to Cincinnati after addressing the Milwaukee Police Association in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The emergency landing was confirmed by his campaign representative, Taylor Van Kirk.
Traveling with Vance were his wife, Usha Vance, their dog, and several campaign staffers. Shortly after takeoff, the malfunction was detected, prompting the pilot to return to the Milwaukee airport for an emergency landing. The issue was resolved within an hour, allowing the flight to continue to Cincinnati without further incident.
This event is the latest in a series of problems faced by Boeing 737 aircraft. Earlier this year, an Alaska Airlines flight experienced a door-plug blowout in January, and other incidents have involved issues with engine covers and tires on Boeing-operated flights.
The aviation community continues to scrutinize these recurring issues, raising concerns about the safety and reliability of Boeing 737 aircraft. Meanwhile, Vance's campaign remains undeterred, continuing their efforts as the presidential election draws closer.
JD Vance's plane just departed for a second time from Milwaukee headed for Cincinnati after coming back "due to a possible issue with the aircraft," according to a airport spokesperson. Airport says plane taxied w/out incident "under it's own power" pic.twitter.com/bhPN6juTQ2
— Matt Smith (@mattsmith_news) August 16, 2024
JD Vance has landed near Cincinatti after a mid-air emergency forced his campaign plane to return to the Milwaukee airport shortly after takeoff. The plane was on the tarmac in Milwaukee for just under an hour. pic.twitter.com/6y27GC268l
— Chris Cameron (@ChrisCameronNYT) August 16, 2024
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