The US ‘Doomsday plane’ was seen circling a nuclear command base as officials released a statement addressing the situation.
Recently, a plane known as a “Doomsday Plane” was spotted flying near a nuclear command base in the Midwest.
This aircraft is officially called the Boeing E-6B Mercury and is designed for important military operations.
What is a doomsday plane?
The Boeing E-6B Mercury is a special military jet used by the US Navy. It serves as a communication relay and a command center in the air.
The plane is an essential part of the United States’ nuclear command system.
It helps ensure that the President and military leaders can communicate effectively during a crisis.
Each E-6B Mercury is valued at over $140 million. This aircraft can stay in the air for up to 72 hours and has the capability to launch intercontinental ballistic missiles remotely.
This makes it a vital tool for national security.
US ‘Doomsday plane’ circles nuclear command base amid rising tensions with neighboring countries
On March 10, 2025, one of these planes took off from Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma. The flight began around 9 AM local time.
The aircraft circled around Omaha, Nebraska, and returned to Oklahoma about seven hours later. Flight tracking data confirmed its movements during this time.
The presence of the Doomsday Plane drew attention, especially with growing tensions between the United States and nearby countries.
Many speculated about the reasons for its flight.
Officials issue statement regarding the appearance of US ‘Doomsday plane’
The flight of the Doomsday Plane coincided with heightened tensions between the US and its neighbors, including Canada and Mexico.
Recently, President Trump has been involved in a trade war, increasing tariffs on goods from these countries.
This situation has stirred public concern and political discussions. However, officials stated that the timing of the plane’s flight was purely coincidental.
Karen Singer, a spokesperson for US Strategic Command, confirmed that the flight was planned in advance.
She emphasized that the mission had no connection to current events.
“I can confirm these flights were pre-planned missions.
“Any timing to the President’s announcement is purely coincidental.”
President Trump comments on nuclear threats
In recent comments, President Trump highlighted his concerns about nuclear weapons.
He stated that nuclear weapons pose a greater threat than climate change.
“I listen to these climate lunatics and they talk about global warming, and they say the ocean is gonna rise one-eighth of an inch over the next 300 years,” Trump emphasized.
Trump remarked that people often overlook the dangers of nuclear arms while focusing on global warming.
“Nobody ever talks about nuclear weapons… they don’t talk about the dangers of a nuclear weapon, which could happen tomorrow.”
Trump added: “We spend a lot of money of nuclear weapons – the level of destruction is beyond anything you can imagine.
“It’s just bad that you have to spend all this money on something that if it’s used, it’s probably the end of the world.”
Social media reactions
One user said: Flying the flagpole. The military does it on a daily basis. This is how we keep pilots and aircrew trained.
The second user wrote: I guess it takes Trump triggering people for citizens to learn anything.
The third user commented: Imgn declaring ww3 just to kill Innocent people thinking you can run the whole world alone. Useless thinking capacity.
Another user said: Doomsday plane is always on the tarmac with one engine running 24/7 so they can jump in and be taking off within a couple minutes.
Someone said: If it is left sitting there dormant it gets damaged, they have to run it from time to time.