President Trump’s transition to the newly operational Qatari-gifted Boeing 747-8 as Air Force One, which entered service in early July 2026 after accelerated modifications, has established it as the primary presidential aircraft. Official statements confirm that any further security enhancements to the new jet, described as “maxing out” its defensive capabilities, are slated for the fall rather than August, leaving the older VC-25A aircraft (commonly referenced as the original Air Force One) without scheduled use this month. Traders reflect this timeline in the near-certain pricing, as no upcoming flights, summits, or domestic travel in August require reverting to the legacy planes. Unforeseen developments, such as an immediate security assessment prompting an early switch, a short-notice international trip, or maintenance grounding the newer aircraft, remain the limited pathways that could alter the outcome before month-end.