US Defence Secretary Aircraft Makes Emergency Landing in UK
A United States Air Force C-32A carrying US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth made an emergency landing at RAF Mildenhall due to a cracked windscreen.
The aircraft, operating under the callsign SAM153, diverted from its transatlantic route as a precaution and touched down safely at the Suffolk airbase. No injuries were reported among those on board.
All good. Continue mission!
The C-32A is a military variant of the Boeing 757 used for senior US government transport under the Air Force’s Special Air Mission fleet, primarily carrying high-ranking officials.
The aircraft features advanced communications systems and is powered by two Pratt & Whitney PW2000 engines, allowing secure contact with command networks during flight.
Author's summary: US Defence Secretary's plane makes emergency landing.
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