CENTCOM: Epic Fury Newsrael News Desk APR 13, 2026
US ‘Doomsday plane’ takes off ahead of Trump deadline
The US Air Force’s E-4B Nightwatch — known as the “Doomsday plane” — was spotted airborne over Nebraska just hours before the deadline of President Donald Trump’s ultimatum to Iran.
The aircraft serves as a flying command center designed to ensure continuity of US government operations during extreme scenarios, including nuclear war. Its timing has raised concerns about escalating tensions and possible military action.
Reports suggest the flight comes amid a sharp rise in tensions between the US and Iran in April 2026, with the aircraft’s deployment seen as a strategic signal of readiness.
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