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Coast Guard Plane with DHS Secretary Mullin Makes Emergency Landing

A U.S. Coast Guard plane carrying Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin made an emergency landing at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport due to engine failure.

3 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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A U.S. Coast Guard-operated Gulfstream V jet carrying Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin experienced an engine failure on Wednesday. This incident prompted the aircraft to make an emergency landing at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, according to multiple sources including ABC News.

Mullin commented on the situation, expressing his appreciation for the professionalism of the pilots, stating, "The United States Coast Guard pilots made the single engine landing feel routine. No panic, just straight professionalism," as reported by CBS News.

CBS News also detailed the audio of the emergency call that was made during the incident. The plane was carrying Mullin along with other top officials of the Department of Homeland Security at the time of the emergency landing.

The successful diversion to the airport by the pilots ensured the safety of all individuals onboard, according to reports from ABC News and The Independent.

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