It is truly a masterclass in modern diplomacy to accept a $400 million flying palace as an 'unconditional' gift while ensuring it matches the decor of a gold-plated penthouse.

Nothing says 'sovereign security' quite like flying in a jet that was previously sitting on a runway in Doha waiting for a royal call to action.

The sheer fiscal genius of the new Air Force One proves that the best way to manage a national budget is to let other countries handle the heavy lifting of purchasing the fleet.