Marine One
Coverage of Marine One in the Nexus archive.
- Federal officials investigating Marine One safety incident while President Trump on board
Federal officials are investigating a recent air traffic safety incident involving the Marine One presidential helicopter while President Trump was on board. Both aviation officials and the NTSB are currently reviewing the details of this safety incident.
- Federal officials investigating Marine One safety incident while President Trump on board
Aviation officials and the NTSB are reviewing an air traffic safety incident concerning the Marine One presidential helicopter. The review relates to a safety incident that occurred this week.
- Federal officials investigating Marine One safety incident while President Trump on board
Federal officials are investigating a safety incident involving the Marine One presidential helicopter while President Trump was on board. Aviation officials and the NTSB are reviewing an air traffic safety incident that occurred this week.
- Federal officials investigating Marine One safety incident while President Trump on board
Aviation officials and the NTSB are reviewing an air traffic safety incident involving the Marine One presidential helicopter. This investigation concerns a reported safety incident that took place while President Trump was on board.
- Trump Marine One flight under investigation after potential safety mishap
Federal aviation officials are investigating a potential safety incident involving President Trump's Marine One helicopter after it flew too close to a commercial airliner near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. The Federal Aviation Administration noted a momentary loss of separation between the aircraft, while the National Transportation Safety Board confirmed its investigation into the event.
- FAA investigating 'safety incident' involving Trump's Marine One helicopter and passenger plane in Washington DC
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating a safety incident involving Donald Trump's Marine One helicopter and a passenger plane. The incident occurred in Washington, D.C.
- Federal investigation launched into air traffic incident involving Trump's helicopter
A federal investigation has begun into an air traffic control incident involving President Trump's helicopter, Marine One. The incident occurred on Wednesday, and further details are being reported by Nancy Cordes.
- Helicopter with Trump on board came too close to passenger jet
The Federal Aviation Administration reported that a military helicopter carrying President Donald Trump came too close to a departing passenger jet at Reagan Washington National Airport, though Trump was not in danger. The incident raised questions about why the passenger plane was allowed to depart during Marine One's presence, a time when commercial traffic is typically halted.
- Helicopter Carrying Trump Flies Near Passenger Jet in Washington Airspace
A helicopter carrying President Trump flew near a passenger jet in Washington airspace on Tuesday. The helicopter, Marine One, was en route to Joint Base Andrews.
- White House confirms new helipad for supersized Marine One helicopter
The White House has confirmed that contractors are redoing a new helipad on the South Lawn to accommodate a supersized Marine One helicopter. Changes were ordered after a report indicated Trump was unhappy with the helipad’s appearance and the lawn’s slope.
- FAA investigating possible violation of safety protocol involving Trump, Marine One
The FAA is investigating a potential safety protocol violation after a commercial plane and Marine One had a momentary loss of separation. The White House and FAA confirmed that President Trump was never in danger during the incident.
- FAA is investigating why a plane was allowed to take off as President Trump’s helicopter approached
The FAA is investigating an incident where a commercial plane took off as President Trump's helicopter approached Reagan National Airport, potentially violating safety procedures established after a 2025 midair collision. The White House and Marine Corps stated there was no danger to Trump, emphasizing no 'close calls' occurred.
- FAA is investigating why a plane was allowed to take off as President Trump’s helicopter approached
The FAA is investigating an incident where a commercial plane was allowed to take off as President Trump's helicopter approached Reagan National Airport, potentially violating safety procedures established after a 2025 midair collision. The FAA confirmed a 'momentary loss of separation' occurred, but no collision risk existed, and both the White House and Marine Corps stated there was no danger to the president.
- Crews remove the granite seal on the White House helipad, signaling potential project delays
Construction crews removed the granite seal from the White House helipad, potentially causing delays. The project, part of Trump's renovations, aims to accommodate powerful Marine One helicopters and protect the South Lawn grass. Sikorsky Aircraft, a Lockheed Martin subsidiary, is funding the $6 million granite helipad, which Trump claims will enhance White House events.
- FAA investigating why commercial flights at DC airport weren’t stopped for Trump helicopter
The FAA is investigating a safety lapse at Reagan National Airport after commercial flights were not halted during the takeoff of Trump's Marine One. Flights continued despite the presence of the presidential helicopter.
- FAA is investigating why a plane was allowed to take off as President Trump's helicopter approached
The FAA is investigating an incident where a commercial plane took off as President Trump's helicopter approached Reagan National Airport, potentially violating safety procedures established after a 2025 midair collision. The FAA confirmed a momentary loss of separation between the aircraft, but stated no collision risk occurred. The White House and Marine Corps denied any danger to the president and defended the pilots' actions.
- FAA investigates Marine One safety incident while Trump onboard
The FAA is investigating a Marine One safety incident that occurred while President Donald Trump was onboard. The helicopter took off from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport without required traffic pauses, potentially losing standard separation with a departing jet, though no close calls were reported. The FAA plans to launch a Safety Review Team to examine the incident.
- Man with illegal weapons in home, car arrested at Trump golf club in California
A man was arrested at Trump National Golf Club in California for possessing illegal weapons in his home and car. Marine One helicopters landed at the location on August 4, 2026.
- All the president's rides: Photos show the planes, helicopters, and other White House vehicles used by Donald Trump
President Donald Trump added a new Air Force One, VC-25B Bridge, to the presidential fleet. The president uses militarized Boeing 747 (VC-25A) and 757 (C-32) aircraft, along with Marine One helicopters and secure limousines like 'The Beast' for travel. Presidential vehicles prioritize security and functionality, featuring secure communication and Oval Office capabilities.
- See the $6 million Lockheed-funded helipad the White House is getting to protect its lawn from Marine One
The White House is constructing a permanent granite helipad on the South Lawn, funded by Sikorsky Aircraft (a Lockheed Martin subsidiary), to accommodate newer, more powerful Marine One helicopters that damage the grass. President Trump stated the $5-6 million project will protect the lawn and noted Sikorsky's financial contribution due to underestimating the helicopters' power.
- Trump is building a helipad with ‘carved granite’ White House seal to handle new presidential choppers
President Donald Trump is constructing a granite helipad on the White House lawn to accommodate new, more powerful presidential helicopters. The project, privately funded by Sikorsky Aircraft (a Lockheed Martin subsidiary), includes the White House seal in carved granite and aims to address issues caused by the new helicopters' heat damaging the lawn.
- Trump building granite helipad on White House South Lawn
Trump confirmed the construction of a granite helipad for Marine One on the White House South Lawn. The project is being built on the South Lawn area of the White House.
- Trump building granite helipad on White House South Lawn
Trump confirmed that he is constructing a granite helipad for Marine One on the White House South Lawn. The project involves building the helipad on the South Lawn of the White House.
- Trump building granite helipad on White House South Lawn
Trump confirmed constructing a granite helipad for Marine One on the White House South Lawn. The project is being built on the White House grounds.
- Trump building granite helipad on White House South Lawn
Trump confirmed that he is constructing a granite helipad for Marine One on the White House South Lawn. The project involves building a helipad using granite material on the South Lawn area of the White House.
- Behind Lockheed subsidiary’s payments for new White House helipad
President Donald Trump's new White House helipad is being funded by Lockheed Martin subsidiary Sikorsky, which developed the new Marine One helicopters that cannot land on the South Lawn due to exhaust damage. The Trump administration has sought solutions for the issue, and Lockheed Martin recently secured multiple major defense contracts.
- Trump says he is building a White House helipad for a new, more powerful Marine One
President Donald Trump announced the construction of a granite helipad on the White House South Lawn to accommodate new, more powerful Marine One helicopters. The project is privately funded and estimated to cost up to $6 million, with construction already underway.
- Trump says he's building a White House helipad for a new, more powerful Marine One
President Donald Trump announced the construction of a granite helipad on the White House South Lawn to accommodate new, more powerful Marine One helicopters. The project, privately funded by Sikorsky Aircraft (a Lockheed Martin subsidiary), is estimated to cost up to $6 million and aims to address issues caused by the helicopters' exhaust damaging the grass.
- Trump says he’s building a White House helipad for a new, more powerful Marine One
President Donald Trump announced the construction of a granite helipad on the White House South Lawn to accommodate new, more powerful Marine One helicopters. The project, privately funded by Sikorsky Aircraft (a Lockheed Martin subsidiary), is estimated to cost up to $6 million and aims to address issues caused by the helicopters' exhaust damaging the lawn.
- Trump says he’s building a White House helipad for a new, more powerful Marine One
President Donald Trump states he is constructing a granite helipad on the White House lawn for a new, more powerful Marine One.
- Trump says he's building a White House helipad for a new, more powerful Marine One
President Donald Trump announced the construction of a granite helipad on the White House lawn to accommodate new, more powerful Marine One helicopters. The project, privately funded by Sikorsky Aircraft (a Lockheed Martin subsidiary), aims to address issues with the helicopters' exhaust damaging the grass. Trump emphasized the helipad's design and the need for the new aircraft, which replaced older models still in limited service.
- Trump says he’s building a White House helipad for a new, more powerful Marine One
President Donald Trump announced the construction of a granite helipad on the White House South Lawn to accommodate new, more powerful Marine One helicopters. The project, privately funded by Sikorsky Aircraft (a Lockheed Martin subsidiary) at an estimated cost of $6 million, aims to address issues with the new helicopters damaging the grass. Construction crews had already begun work, including a UFC-built temporary arena for a 80th birthday event.
- Trump says he's building a White House helipad for a new, more powerful Marine One
President Trump announced the construction of a granite helipad on the White House South Lawn to accommodate new, more powerful Marine One helicopters. The project, privately funded by Sikorsky Aircraft (a Lockheed Martin subsidiary), aims to address issues with the helicopters' exhaust damaging the grass.
- US carries out strikes against Iran in retaliation for the downing of an American helicopter
The US carried out strikes against Iran in retaliation for the downing of an American helicopter. US President Donald Trump was seen boarding Air Force One in New Jersey on May 22, 2026.
- Trump's latest White House renovation as new Marine One helicopter burns up South Lawn
A new Marine One helicopter caught fire on the South Lawn of the White House during Trump's latest renovation. The incident occurred as part of the ongoing White House renovation project. No injuries were reported.
- Trump eyes new White House lawn project that could reshape presidential travel
President Donald Trump is considering a new White House helipad project to reshape presidential travel. The project aims to protect the South Lawn's grass from helicopter engines and may be part of Trump's broader White House renovations. The plan has drawn both praise and criticism from various groups.
- Trump eyes new White House lawn project that could reshape presidential travel
President Donald Trump is considering installing a White House helipad for Marine One, which would protect the South Lawn's grass from helicopter engines. The project is part of Trump's broader efforts to renovate and beautify the White House and Washington D.C. The plans have drawn both praise and criticism from various groups.
- Trump planning to build helipad at White House for new Marine One: Reports
President Trump plans to build a helipad at the White House for the new Marine One helicopter, VH-92A Patriot. The plan was discussed according to multiple reports, including The Wall Street Journal. The new helipad is intended for the president's use.
- Trump says ISIS second-in-command killed in Africa
US President Donald Trump announced that ISIS second-in-command was killed in Africa. The announcement was made before Trump boarded Marine One at the White House. The event occurred on May 1, 2026.
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US President Donald Trump traveled aboard Marine One from the White House as discussions with Iran to extend a truce ahead of its expiration next week show 'very good' prospects for a deal.