The Sgt. STOUT and Avenger, both mobile air defense systems, deployed for major European and African exercises.
The Air Force said it is also preparing to award a contract to convert the Boeing 747-8 into a presidential transport plane.
Sen. Tammy Duckworth blasted the Qatari-gifted plane as a security risk and a waste of taxpayer money.
President Trump also announced he has appointed Gen. Michael Guetlein, the Space Force’s second in command, to oversee the effort.
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