Flying in style is of paramount importance to the affluent. The private jets are exorbitantly priced but with an embarrassment of riches at their disposal, the wealthy folks seek to make a statement every time they hit the skies. Their jets could pass off as luxurious homes and they are usually large enough to accommodate their entourage. Today, we’ll dwell upon 10 of the most luxurious private jets in the world. Feast your eyes on the jets and get yourself buzzing with envy!
#10 Dassault Falcon 900
Dassault Falcon 900
The sleek Dassault Falcon 900 is very fast and luxurious. It can fly at up to six hundred miles in an hour regardless of the temperature and weather conditions. Unlike other luxury jets, it doesn’t use much fuel and carbon footprints. This plane is basically a sound economical investment for the wealthy who are quite shrewd with their spending.
#9 Embraer Legacy 650
Embraer Legacy 650
Made in Brazil, the Embraer Legacy 650 serves its owner, Jackie Chan. The famous actor made the expensive jet his own after shelling out $30 million. The actor has even emblazoned his personal logo on the plane; the colors of China’s flag is also painted on it. There is a spacious cabin in the plane and it can accommodate thirteen passengers at a time. Apart from that, the stylish leather seats, a full hot-and-cold gallery, and a huge lavatory only add to its charm.
#8 Boeing Business Jet 2
Boeing Business Jet 2
The Boeing Business Jet 2 does look deceiving indeed. The popular idiom, “Don’t judge a book by its cover,” rings quite true when we mention this particular jet. While the exterior doesn’t strike anyone as impressive, the interior of the plane is a sight to behold. There is one thousand square feet of lounge inside. A bedroom suite is also located strategically and the comfortable furniture can help anyone replenish his energy levels. Basically, the jet boasts of everything that can be found in a penthouse. It is, after all, also known as the Flying Hotel for a reason.
#7 Gulfstream G650
Gulfstream G650
When it comes to a popularity contest, the Gulfstream G650 stands head and shoulders above its competition. The airliner is currently sold out with the next batch scheduled for release in 2017. About 40 Gulfstream G650 planes have been sold thus far and the demand for it far exceeds the supply. Around $7 million in profit is accumulated by the manufacturers for each sale. You really have to be somebody purchase this plane, as the waiting list is very long.
#6 Airbus A319
Airbus A319
The standard Airbus A319 model can be all yours for around $81 million, making it the second most expensive model of jet in the Airbus line. The jet is truly one of a kind and unique because of its custom designed interiors. Each A319 is different from the other and the owner is, himself, in charge of the interiors. There is a lot of care behind the manufacture of the airliner. No wonder does it cause a huge dent in the wallet of the person who purchases it.
#5 Bombardier Global 7000
Bombardier Global 7000
One of the highlights of the Bombardier Global 7000 is that it can travel at over 7,000 miles non-stop. Wildly popular amongst the elite, the jet is capable of accommodating ten passengers at a time. Some of the amenities of the jet include a six-seater dining table, four living spaces, and humongous windows in the cabin that can literally give one the goose bumps of being in cloud nine. Here’s an impromptu fact for you! Bill Gates uses this plane!
#4 Boeing Business Jet 3
Boeing Business Jet 3
The Boeing Business Jet 3 was introduced and launched to the market in 1999 to great anticipation and hype. It has lived up to its billing. The cabin space in the airliner comes second to none and there is a bedroom suite, dining room, lounge, and a staff room in the jet. It is also in use commercially and the jet can transport forty-six passengers in a single flight.
#3 Gulfstream G-550
Gulfstream G-550
The Gulfstream G-550 doesn’t come cheap. The purchase of the jet sets one back $60 million. Both business tycoons, Lakshmi Mittal and Phillip Green, are proud owners of the jet. The speed of the plane really sets it apart from its contemporaries as it is capable of reaching Florida from South Korea in less than fifteen hours without stoppage. There are four living areas, and a seating arrangement for eighteen people in the jet. Facilitating an infrared camera, the plane is a safe bet for people suffering from aviophobia as it can display the flight path even when the visibility is low in the clouds and storms.
#2 Boeing 747-8 VIP
Boeing 747-8
Although a Boeing 747 is one of the most common passenger planes around, we shouldn’t overlook the fact that it has the potential to be a luxurious haven if acquired by a single individual. Well, Joseph Lau, a real estate investor, broke the bank and purchased it for a little over $150 million. The plane serves as his private plane and it facilitates several personal suites, recreational space, and a private office. You can bet on the plane to boast of other amenities as well.
#1 Airbus A380
Airbus A380
The A380 has been in commercial service for several years now and it is, by far, the world’s largest passenger airliner. So, what happens when an individual purchases it for his sole usage and decks it with all the amenities money can buy? Well, it becomes the most luxurious private jet. Recently, Prince Alwaleed bin Talal, splashed the cash on the airliner and acquired it for $300 million. The man even went the extra mile and pimped it for a further $200 million. The jet has elevators and it boasts of two levels, large living space, recreational rooms, and a suite.
