When it comes to travel, celebrities often spare no expense to ensure they arrive in style and luxury.
One of the most popular ways they do this is by investing in their own private jets. Not only do private jets offer a comfortable and exclusive mode of transportation, but they also allow celebrities to avoid the hassles and inconveniences of commercial flights.
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From custom interiors to state-of-the-art technology, the most expensive celebrity private jets are nothing short of impressive. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at some of the most lavish and costly private jets owned by celebrities and what makes them stand out from the rest.
Jay-Z & Beyonce: Bombardier Challenger 850 – $40 Million
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Beyoncé and Jay-Z, known for their luxurious taste, spare no expense when it comes to transportation.
As a gift for Father’s Day, Beyoncé gifted her billionaire husband a family jet worth an astonishing $40 million. This impressive aircraft has the capacity to accommodate up to 19 passengers and is equipped with a living room, kitchen, bedroom, and two bathrooms, as reported by Cheatsheet.
The jet is emblazoned with a personalized monogram of Jay-Z’s name on its exterior, and measures an impressive 48.4 feet (15 meters) in length, with a top speed of 520mph.
Bill Gates: Bombardier 8000 – $66 Million
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While it may come as a surprise, Microsoft’s founder falls lower on the list of most expensive celebrity private jets, but his impressive $66 million aircraft is still noteworthy.
Like many other billionaires, Bill Gates owns multiple planes, but one of his most extravagant is the Bombardier 8000. This 2019 model is built to Canadian aviation standards and can accommodate up to 17 passengers.
According to the manufacturer’s website, this jet is the fastest in business aviation and provides maximum smoothness and comfort, with a top speed of Mach 0.94.
Kim Kardashian’s ‘Kim Air’: Gulfstream G650ER – $150 Million
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Thanks to the success of her shapewear brand Skims, Kim Kardashian has joined the exclusive billionaire’s club, and her taste for extravagance is evident in her lavish purchases.
Her Gulfstream G650ER, which cost her an astounding $150 million, is the same model owned by tech billionaire Elon Musk and others, but Kardashian’s version is even more expensive due to its luxurious furnishings and renovations.
The interior of the jet features a light color scheme and is draped in cashmere, while the exterior is rendered in a monochrome-gray color to match her car and home.
Tom Cruise: Gulstream IV – $36 Million
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Tom Cruise, one of Hollywood’s most influential and affluent actors, is accustomed to the extravagant lifestyle that accompanies his fame.
As one of the many benefits of having a significant amount of wealth, owning a private jet for luxurious travel is a must. In fact, the “Top Gun” star is familiar with flying jets, having portrayed a jet pilot in the hit movies, as well as obtaining his pilot’s license in 1994.
Cruise’s Gulfstream IV is among the most elite private jets available for purchase, manufactured by Gulfstream Aerospace. This highly coveted aircraft is known for its exceptional reliability, speed, and versatility.
Oprah Winfrey: Gulfstream G650 – $75 Million
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Oprah Winfrey’s incredible success as a media tycoon has brought her immense wealth, which she has used to acquire a luxurious Gulfstream G650 private jet. The American talk show host’s aircraft boasts an impressive range of approximately 8,000 nautical miles and a top speed of 541mph.
Jeff Bezos: Gulfstream G650ER – $70 Million
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With an estimated net worth of $133.1 billion, Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, is one of the wealthiest people on the planet, which is evidenced by his ownership of not one, but two extravagant private jets. Bezos possesses a pair of Gulfstream G-650ERs, which total roughly $150 million in cost. Despite the exorbitant expense of these private jets, their price tag hardly made a dent in Bezos’ enormous fortune.
Mark Cuban: Gulfstream G550 – $40 Million
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Mark Cuban, whose current estimated net worth is approximately $4 billion, had his initial private jet experience aboard a Gulfstream II. However, he now owns a 22-year-old Gulfstream G550, which he purchased in 1999, immediately following the sale of his second company, Broadcast.com, to Yahoo, which resulted in him becoming a billionaire.
Richard Branson: Dassault Falcon 50EX – $70 Million
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Mr. Branson, who frequently travels to his private island retreats, owns not only a commercial airline but also a Dassault Falcon 50EX that he employs for destinations that are inaccessible via Virgin Atlantic. The billionaire entrepreneur has explained that the reason for this is, “I need a small plane just to get out of the British Virgin Islands. And I use that for shorter distances.” The Falcon 50EX, a super midsize jet, is capable of accommodating up to 10 passengers and features two cabin zones.
Michael Jordan: Gulfstream G550 – $61.5 Million
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With a price tag of a whopping $61.5 million, Michael Jordan’s private jet is an unparalleled acquisition among all athletes in the field. His Gulfstream G550, identified by the tail number N236MJ, reflecting his jersey number, six NBA titles, and his initials, is an exclusive model from Gulfstream. The G550 had a production run of fewer than 600 units since its introduction in 2003, with the manufacturer discontinuing it in 2021.
Taylor Swift: Dassault-Breguet Mystere Falcon 900 – $40 Million
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Taylor Swift is a member of the exclusive group of individuals who own a private jet, and she acquired the Dassault-Breguet Mystere Falcon 900 model. As per StyleCaster, Swift purchased the plane for $40 million in 2011. The aircraft features the number 13 on the front, which is considered Swift’s lucky number, while the registration number, N898TS, features her initials, “TS.” The aircraft’s interior can hold up to 12 passengers, providing sufficient space for Swift’s famous group of girlfriends.
