Pakistan, May 16 -- A Boeing 747 jet, reportedly offered to Donald Trump by Qatar as a temporary Air Force One, may require fighter jet escorts and major upgrades before it can safely carry the former president. Aviation experts say the aircraft currently lacks critical communication and defense systems needed for presidential travel.

The plane, formerly used by Qatar's royal family, would need months of work to meet U.S. security standards. Experts warn that even after upgrades, the aircraft may be limited to domestic flights due to the lack of onboard protection systems normally installed on Air Force One. These systems help the aircraft survive threats like missile attacks and electronic warfare.

Trump has dismissed criticism of the ...