Private jets are an increasingly popular form for any celebrity to travel around the world. You can do so on your terms, around your schedule. The option to fly privately gained particular momentum during the pandemic.
Perfect for business travel, to depart in an adventure and attend an event on a different Continent. Simply put, to relax while travelling undisturbed with the family.
For such reasons and a few special more, private jets are now the preferred transportation of some of the biggest celebrities in the world.
While some opt for the occasional charter service, a few fortunate ones have gone all the way and purchased their very own jet. The result? Enjoying and clearly showing a passion for travelling in style.
Aside from avoiding long queues at airports and the ability to land at a broader range of destinations at any time, private flights deliver an exclusive element of privacy and luxury that remains unmatched.
We invite you to take a peek behind the curtain into the unique world of celebrities and get to know the private jets of the famous.
John Travolta is not only a celebrity. He’s also one of the finest actors of his generation. We can make the case that his passion for flying is perhaps as significant as his dedication to the craft of acting.
A renowned aviation enthusiast, he turned into one of the greatest collectors of airplanes worldwide.
He’s held a private pilot’s licence for 45 years and a heavy jet licence for over 20 years. Without much room for surprise, the actor owned several aircraft models in recent years.
Travolta is so passionate about aviation that his mansion had its own airport, with two runways. A shorter, grass surface, and a full tarmac runway measuring 7,550ft (2.3 km).
The ramp serves as his backyard, where you’ll find a couple of jets. All of this a mere step away from the main door, parking spot to a legendary vintage Boeing 707 in Qantas livery.
With a vast fleet of smaller aircraft and an unmatched passion for the world of aviation, John Travolta makes several appearances with his planes in events to support charities.
Space investments aside, the big name behind Amazon has always been very cautious about how he spends his money. No wonder he’s currently the second-richest man in the world with an estimated fortune of $117 billion.
To make sure he meets all appointments, his bird of choice is none other than the Gulfstream 650ER. It’s one of the most efficient and luxurious private jets globally, focusing on its long-range.
It’s quite an upgrade since Jeff Bezos drove his old Honda back in 1999. Do keep in mind he was already a billionaire back then. The requirements of running a global e-commerce empire and numerous other investments justify the need for a private jet. Only this flexibility can get him around the globe as quickly as possible.
Mark Cuban is an American billionaire and owner of the NBA team Dallas Mavericks. He’s also famous for being one of the main Shark Tank entrepreneurs and a renowned collector of private jets.
His fleet of three includes a Boeing 767-200, fully configured for business and available to charter. No less impressive is a 757 perfectly equipped to carry his world-class sports team. It’s frequently used to take his NBA team across the country. Last but not least, a shiny Gulfstream G550 business jet to attend to more personal needs.
Mark bought his first jet in 1999, setting a record for the most significant internet transaction at the time, with a whopping 40 million dollars price tag. The sum made an entry into the Guinness Book of World Records.
Bill Gates, celebrity founder of Microsoft and fourth-richest man in the world shouldn’t surprise you for making this list.
After buying some of the most luxurious private planes in the world over the years, he currently owns two Gulfstream 650ER’s and two Bombardier Challenger 350s. Gates’s distinct sense of humour refers to all of these as his “Guilty Pleasure.”
His investments in the private aviation sector have moved billions in recent years, proving that you can’t get enough of a good thing. Especially when it happens to be excellent!
Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the world’s greatest football players of all time. Five times winner of the Ballon d’Or (Golden Ball), he currently owns a Gulfstream G650.
This model is one of the fastest jets in the market. It can reach a top speed of 610 miles per hour (981.7 km/h).
With the capacity to carry up to 18 passengers, it has a range of 7,000 miles (ca. 11,265 km), fully personalized with Ronaldo’s branded logo on the side, CR7.
The football celebrity often flies back to Portugal, most frequently to the island of Madeira. Here, he spends some time with his family, as far away from the spotlight as possible.
This valuable and efficient asset is well-equipped. A wardrobe, Wi-Fi, telephone, fax, a full kitchen and a complete state-of-the-art entertainment system are enough to get around in style.
As one of the most recognizable international musical power couples, Beyoncé and Jay-Z constantly travel worldwide. As a result, a jet able to fly great distances and up to the luxurious celebrity standard of these two would suffice.
Beyoncé came up with an exceptional Father’s Day gift and got Jay-Z getting a Bombardier Challenger 850 Learjet. Its estimated value? An eye-watering 40 million dollars.
The Bombardier 850 is the largest of the Challenger range, accommodating up to 19 passengers. Its interior resembles a house, with a few seats converted into beds to add comfort for longer flights. Here, you’ll find a master bedroom, two washrooms, a beautiful living room and a kitchen.
The actor, globally famous for such roles as Maverick (Top Gun) or Ethan Hunt (Mission: Impossible), is also the proud owner of a Gulfstream IV. This sublime private jet is worth approximately 35 million dollars.
This private jet model can accommodate up to 19 passengers and is powered by two Rolls-Royce Tay 611-8 engines. It offers characteristics that make it the ultimate private business jet, providing maximum comfort and luxury while refreshing the cabin’s air every two minutes.
Elon Musk is by no means a newcomer to the billionaire club. The former co-founder of PayPal has moved to greener pastures and is currently one of the pioneers on EVs and next-generation space exploration.
Both his companies, Tesla and Space X, have been under the spotlight in recent years. The now richest man in the world – ahead of Jeff Bezos – is nothing short of surprising when it comes to modern concepts.
For the time being, two private jets cater to his celebrity needs. A fabulous Gulfstream G550 and the luxurious 650ER, tail # N628TS, ensure he travels coast to coast in the US and abroad in style and efficiency.
With his eye constantly on projects that aim to reinvent mobility, it won’t be farfetched if we witness the arrival of a Tesla private jet any time soon.
Oprah Winfrey is America’s celebrity talk show host and a television producer, author, among other socially and culturally influential roles.
Given her global level of success, her producer HARPO awarded her with a custom-built Bombardier BD-700 Global Express XRS VIP Business Jet.
This private jet is powered by two Rolls-Royce BR710 turbofan engines, which can ensure Oprah flies around the world with a single refuelling stop.
Seventeen other passengers can accompany her. As you’d expect, the interior of its cabin has a standard that features some of the finest luxuries money can buy.
Michael Jordan is a worldwide celebrity, still considered the greatest NBA player of all time.
Over his 15 years in the league, he set numerous individual records and won five MVP awards and six titles. All of this while playing for one of the most legendary teams of all time: the Chicago Bulls.
It’s, therefore, no surprise he likes to travel in style and exclusive fashion. To ensure he does, a Gulfstream G-IV is at his disposal. This is a unique aircraft due to its very distinctive design, hosting the Air Jordan logo.
Initially, the jet was painted Carolina blue. It has the Jordan logo on the tail, his jersey number and his six titles as its identification number – N236MJ. Recently, the jet received a new paint job, resulting in a fantastic tan and grey elephant print design.
This pattern is the same as his favourite pair of trainers, and the Jordan brand logo is also painted to remind him of his achievements.
This private jet and celebrity owner get to travel around the world, making the legend’s presence known to all, well before the door is open.
More and more celebrities seek private planes due to their unmatched speed, increased comfort, and added privacy. All of these ingredients are nearly impossible to find in any other means of transportation. The same applies to those opting to travel on business class in legacy carriers.
Apart from the names mentioned, many more have surrendered to luxury trips, whether or not they decided to purchase their private jet.
You don’t need to buy one to experience the ultimate flying adventure with a whole world of advantages.
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Perhaps you won’t need to go all the way and buy your private jet. However, you can indeed travel in the same style as any of the world’s richest and most famous.
