Trump's Delayed Arrival: A Swiss Landing Tale

US President Trump arrived in Switzerland on Wednesday, two hours late due to an electrical issue on Air Force One that necessitated a plane switch in Washington. The president ultimately took another aircraft typically used for domestic trips, arriving in Davos with a slightly bumpy start.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Zurich | Updated: 21-01-2026 17:44 IST | Created: 21-01-2026 17:44 IST
Trump's Delayed Arrival: A Swiss Landing Tale
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US President Trump made a delayed landing in Switzerland on Wednesday, arriving nearly two hours later than planned. The delay occurred due to a minor electrical issue in Air Force One, prompting a mid-flight turn back to Washington.

After resolving the technical glitch, President Trump boarded one of the alternative planes usually reserved for domestic flights, ultimately ensuring his arrival in Davos.

This hiccup in his travel schedule, though inconvenient, was managed without major disruption, highlighting the administration's adherence to safety protocols.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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