Kash Patel used an FBI jet to fly to Italy with plans to attend the Olympic men's hockey games, sources say. https://t.co/71CyF0z5MN
— CBS News (@CBSNews) February 19, 2026
Per Grok: FBI directors are required to use government aircraft for all air travel, including personal trips, for security reasons and to maintain access to secure communications. They must reimburse the government for non-official use, equivalent to commercial fares. Sources: CBS News, Forbes, DOJ guidelines.