Trump welcomes Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews with red carpet and B-1 bomber flyover
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Donald Trump welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews with a red carpet ceremony and a military flyover featuring two B-1 bombers, marking the start of a historic three-day US visit. The B-1 bombers, supersonic aircraft that are a key part of the US combat arsenal, produced a notoriously loud roar as they passed overhead. The event, reported by BBC News on September 23, 2026, underscores the ceremonial significance of the state visit.
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Donald Trump welcomed Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews with a red carpet and military flyover, marking the start of a historic three-day US visit.
During the welcome ceremony, which featured a red carpet, two B-1 bombers flew overhead to celebrate Xi’s arrival. The supersonic aircraft are a key part of the US combat arsenal and produce a notoriously loud roar when they pass by.
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Trump Welcomes Xi with B-1 Bomber Flyover at Joint Base Andrews State Visit