The height of luxury
Owning a private jet is a symbol of luxury and convenience, allowing celebrities to travel in comfort and style. In India, several high-profile individuals have invested in some of the most expensive and luxurious private jets available. These aircraft are not just modes of transportation but also flying palaces equipped with state-of-the-art amenities. Here are some of the most expensive private jets owned by Indian celebrities.
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Mukesh Ambani’s Boeing 737 MAX 9
Mukesh Ambani, the chairman of Reliance Industries, recently acquired a Boeing 737 MAX 9, one of the most luxurious private jets in the world. This aircraft is equipped with state-of-the-art amenities, including a master bedroom, a spacious living room, and a fully equipped kitchen. The jet can accommodate up to 19 passengers and has a range of 6,570 kilometers. It is designed to provide the utmost comfort and luxury, making it a flying palace. The Boeing 737 MAX 9 is valued at approximately $100 million, making it the first of its kind in India and also the countries most expensive private airplane.
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Vijay Mallya’s Airbus A319
Vijay Mallya, the former chairman of United Breweries Group, owns an Airbus A319. This jet is customized to include a bar, a dining area, and a lavish bedroom. The Airbus A319 can carry up to 18 passengers and has a range of 6,850 kilometers. It is known for its spacious interiors and advanced avionics. Mallya’s jet is valued at around $80 million, showcasing his extravagant lifestyle and his preference for high-end aviation solutions.
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Lakshmi Mittal’s Gulfstream G650ER
Steel magnate Lakshmi Mittal owns a Gulfstream G650ER, one of the fastest and longest-range business jets available. This aircraft can fly non-stop for 13,890 kilometers and can reach speeds of up to Mach 0.925. The G650ER features a luxurious cabin with seating for up to 19 passengers, a full galley, and a state-of-the-art entertainment system. Mittal’s jet is valued at approximately $70 million.
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Adar Poonawalla’s Gulfstream G550
Adar Poonawalla, CEO of Serum Institute of India, owns a Gulfstream G550. This jet is known for its reliability and performance, with a range of 12,501 kilometers and a top speed of Mach 0.885. The G550 features a spacious cabin that can accommodate up to 19 passengers, a full-service galley, and advanced communication systems. Poonawalla’s jet is valued at around $61.5 million.
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Ratan Tata’s Dassault Falcon 2000
Ratan Tata, the chairman emeritus of Tata Sons, owns a Dassault Falcon 2000. This jet is renowned for its performance and comfort, with a range of 7,410 kilometers and a top speed of Mach 0.84. The Falcon 2000 features a comfortable cabin that can seat up to 10 passengers, a full galley, and advanced avionics. Tata’s jet is valued at approximately $35 million, showcasing his preference for a balance of performance and luxury.
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Amitabh Bachchan’s Bombardier Challenger 300
Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan owns a Bombardier Challenger 300. This jet is known for its reliability and performance, with a range of 5,741 kilometers and a top speed of Mach 0.82. The Challenger 300 features a spacious cabin that can accommodate up to 10 passengers, a full-service galley, and advanced communication systems. Bachchan’s jet is valued at around $25 million.
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Shah Rukh Khan’s G550
The King of Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan owns a Gulfstream G550. This jet is known for its reliability and performance, with a range of 12,501 kilometers and a top speed of Mach 0.885. The G550 features a spacious cabin that can accommodate up to 19 passengers, a full-service galley, and advanced communication systems. Khan’s jet is valued at around $61.5 million, the same as Adar Poonawalla.
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Akshay Kumar’s Hawker 800
Akshay Kumar owns a Hawker 800, a mid-size twinjet corporate aircraft. This jet is known for its performance and comfort, with a range of 4,630 kilometers and a top speed of Mach 0.80. The Hawker 800 features a comfortable cabin that can seat up to 8 passengers, a full galley, and advanced avionics. Kumar’s jet is valued at approximately $20 million, showcasing his preference for a balance of performance and luxury.
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