Boeing Now Fixing Cracked Parts On New Air Force One 747-8s Amid $3 Billion In Cost Overruns

Boeing is currently addressing cracks discovered in structural parts of the new Air Force One aircraft utilizing Boeing 747-8 Interiors. The company has identified these issues and is now implementing corrective actions to resolve them. This adjustment impacts the anticipated delivery timeline for the planes, pushing it out to approximately mid-2028. Originally slated for delivery in 2024, the delay represents a period of four years following the initial schedule. These repairs are occurring as part of an overall $3 billion cost overrun associated with the program’s development.