The aircraft earned its nickname because of its role in the worst-case scenarios.
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News1809-01-2026, 18:37

Doomsday Plane Spotted After 51 Years: Why Trump Moved It Near Washington?

  • The Boeing E-4B Nightwatch, known as the "Doomsday Plane," made a rare public appearance after 51 years.
  • It was seen relocating from Nebraska to Maryland, near Washington, marking a visible deployment in its history.
  • Designed during the Cold War, it serves as an airborne command center for US leadership during national catastrophes or nuclear war.
  • The aircraft is built for endurance and survivability, hardened against electromagnetic pulses from nuclear detonations.
  • Its appearance coincides with heightened geopolitical tensions and focus on national security preparedness.

Why It Matters: The US 'Doomsday Plane' reappeared after 51 years, relocating near Washington amid rising global tensions.

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