Event Brief
C-17s spotted in Beijing ahead of Trump’s China trip
Filed: May 03, 2026 at 7:04 AM ET
Summary: Two US Air Force C-17s were spotted landing in Beijing ahead of Trump’s expected China trip.
WHO: US Air Force
WHAT: US Air Force C-17 cargo aircraft landed at Beijing Capital International Airport.
WHEN: May 03, 2026 at 6:00 AM ET
WHERE: Beijing, China
WHY: No specific cause was reported.
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