Air Force One turns around shortly after takeoff for Trump's trip to Switzerland


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Air Force One was forced to return to Joint Base Andrews shortly after taking off Tuesday night with President Donald Trump on board, the White House said.

The crew experienced a “minor electrical issue” after takeoff and returned “out of an abundance of caution,” according to the White House.

Trump was headed to Davos, Switzerland, to attend the World Economic Forum.

President Donald Trump disembarks from Air Force One upon his return from Detroit, Michigan, at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Jan. 13, 2026. (Evelyn Hockstein/REUTERS)

The president is expected to board another plane and continue to Switzerland.

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

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