Air travel is becoming more and more common in ourmodern society, and this is gradually turning the once simple mode of transport into a rather saturated and rigorous one. Gone are the days of boarding flights to avoid delays and unnecessary traffic disruption. Nowadays, the number of people using this means of transport has increased so much that problems such as flight cancellations and delays, security checks and customs queues, luggage theft are becoming more common. All of this made it necessary for people to buy their own planes in order to be able to conduct their business in any part of the world whenever they wished. A private jet is now the most expensive good you can buy when it comes to mobility. It’s a property
With all the jets that are privately owned today, there are the outrageously expensive ones that we couldn’t just ignore. They are so luxuriously designed to suit the tastes of the owners. Judging by their inner appearance, you won’t help but claim they’re prettier than most rich men’s homes.
Checkout: The current 10 most expensive private jets in the world – No. 1 is stunning!
10. Boeing 757 – $100 million
Owner: Donald Trump
Donald Trump bought this jet from Paul Allen, Microsoft co-founder at around one hundred million dollars. Trust Donald’s taste in design. He transformed this Boeing 757 and gave it a new, customized “Trumplike” look. The private jet is now gilded with the latest electronics, a marble bathroom and 24k seat belt buckles, gleaming walnut tables and the family logo emblazoned on almost every surface.
9. Gulfstream III – $125 million
Owner: Tyler Perry
Tyler Perry’s Gulfstream III is another private jet that stands out. This lavish plane is only worth a small $125 million. It is well equipped with all amenities including a 42 inch HDTV, multiple Blu-ray players, satellite TV, theater lighting and electronically controlled window shades. There is never a need to leave the comfort of the plane as it has a full bathroom as well as a compact kitchen.
8. Boeing 747-8 VIP ($150 million)
Owner: Not specified
The Boeing 747-8 VIP looks like a portable palace in the truest sense of the word. Boeing allows you to customize your own private jet. If you can save just $150 million of your cash, you can join the billionaire band to fly in style!
7. Boeing 747-8I VIP – $153 million
Owner: Joseph Lau
This Boeing 747 8I VIP model is owned by Hong Kong real estate tycoon Joseph Lau. Dubbed the Dreamliner, the aircraft features an exclusive design crafted with the latest technology to ensure a luxurious VIP class travel experience throughout the journey. Some of the interior features include vaulted ceilings, spiral staircases, video displays on the walls and so on.
6. Boeing 767-33A (ER) – $120-170 million
Owner: Roman Abramovich
Roman Abramovich is the ninth richest man in Russia according to Forbes. He owns impressive cars, yachts and private jets. Known as “The Bandit” due to its cockpit livery, the Boeing 767-33A/ER is considered one of the many expensive private jets. It appears ordinary on the outside, but its interior is said to be made of chestnut wood and decorated with gold. Originally, the plane was ordered by Hawaiian Airlines, but the order was canceled and Abramovich bought it from Boeing and converted it to his own liking. Interior details or pictures are rarely accessible to the public. The aircraft can often be seen at Luton Airport, some 40 miles north of London, where Abramovich spends much of his time.
5. Boeing 747-400 – $220 million
Owner: Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal
Al-Wleed bin Talal is considered the richest man in Saudi Arabia is the Saudi prince who owns the $220 million Boeing 747-400. When the Boeing has problems, the prince often has his Hawker take it to its destination. On board the big plane are 11 flight attendants from all over the world. Copies of the biography Alwaleed: Businessman, Billionaire, Prince of Riz Khan constantly stand on tables in the living room.
4. Boeing 747-430 – $233 million
Owner: Sultan of Brunei
Sultan of Brunei is considered the richest monarch in the world. Just as millionaires own a fleet of cars, the billionaire sultan owns a fleet of jets. Among its other aircraft, the Boeing 747-430 is the largest. He bought this 747 brand new for at least $100 million and had it upgraded with a special interior and features like solid gold sinks and Lalique crystal for a premium of over $120 million.
3. Airbus A340-300 – $250-500 million
Owner: Alisher Usmanov
Alisher Usmanov is the largest shareholder in Metalloinvest, Russia’s largest iron ore producer. He was once #28 in the Forbes list of the world’s billionaires. It was reported that Alisher made this extravagant acquisition after selling his $1.4 billion stake in Facebook. Directly from the Airbus factory, the A340 cost around $250 million, but the price of the customized version could be up to half a billion dollars, depending on the user’s taste. We believe that Umanov will not prefer to have less than one Luxury to the fullest. His is the largest private jet in Russia and possibly in all of Europe.
2. Airbus A380 Custom – $500 million
Owner: Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal
Airbus A380, a double-decker jumbo jet, is the world’s largest passenger airliner, seating 853 passengers in commercial form. Prince Al Waleed bought it for a whopping $300 million and donated another $200 million. He customized this Airbus A380 and transformed it into what he calls a flying palace: with a throne-like chair in the living room, a dining table for 14, a room with a magic carpet, a living area, two comfortable bedrooms and a concert hall, the features of which we may not go into detail here explain.
1. Boeing 747 Refit – $617 million
Owner: Anonymous billionaire
This is the most expensive jet owned by as of now individually. Normally the jet is a Boeing 747, but it has been converted into the world’s most classic and expensive private jet – with bedrooms, several lounges and an onboard restaurant. The billionaire took the time to infuse his jet with wealth and luxury, giving it a sense of the exotic, wonder and magic. Additional sleeping options can be found in the “Aeroloft” on the ship’s upper deck with eight full beds for passengers who prefer to take a nap during their flight.
The custom Boeing 747 is said to have cost the gifted owner more than $600 million after it was converted into a luxury home to his specifications.