Ankara International Airport

Ankara International Airport, located in Turkey's capital, served as the departure point for U.S. President Donald Trump following a NATO summit in July 2026. The airport became newsworthy due to reports of an "elaborate ruse" employed for Trump's departure, reportedly driven by security concerns related to threats from Iran. President Trump himself alluded to being a "number one target," which influenced his decision to fly back on an older Air Force One rather than a recently gifted Qatari jet. The use of catering trucks and the specific aircraft choice highlighted the security considerations surrounding the presidential visit and departure from Ankara International Airport.