Inside the Extravagant Private Jets of Hollywood's A-Listers - From Jim Carrey's Luxury Gulfstream to Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson's $65 Million Flying Haven!
Prominent Frequent Flyers
Celebrities are accustomed to leading a life of luxury that the average person cannot afford. Expansive villas and expensive cars are one thing. But every celebrity knows that they have truly made it when they own a private jet.
These aircraft cost millions of dollars and are not just a status symbol. They allow the world's elite to travel safely and comfortably from point A to point B. No waiting times, no crowds, no standing in line. From Elon Musk to Beyonce, these famous individuals know how to travel in style.
Jim Carrey
Gulfstream V valued at $59 million. When it comes to being an actor, Jim Carrey has the winning formula. He has repeatedly proven that he can amaze us with his comedic skills but also has dramas like "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" in his repertoire.
Thanks to his hard work, Jim can afford to travel in style. Since around 2015, the star has owned a Gulfstream V, estimated to be worth $59 million. That's a lot, but the Sony actor can't exactly book a seat in economy class without immediately standing out.
Jackie Chan
Embraer Legacy 650 valued at $20 million. Jackie Chan has achieved an illustrious career through his swift moves. It is only logical that he becomes an ambassador for an aircraft manufacturer. As a spokesperson for the Brazilian company Embraer, Chan gets some small attention - like his own private jet.
The $20 million Legacy 650 is just right for the 66-year-old star of AT&T's Rush Hour. "My Legacy 650 is perfect for long trips, and it has everything I need on board," he told Forbes. Though he may get paid to say that, it doesn't change the fact that Chan is a very happy man!
Tom Cruise
Gulfstream IV valued at $36 million. Tom Cruise is one of the biggest actors in the world, and he loves his technical toys. Considering his net worth of $428 million, it's hardly surprising that Tom Cruise bought a $36 million jet that takes him from one blockbuster to the next.
The actor likes to keep his private life private after two very public divorces, so we don't know who gets to travel with him on the Gulfstream IV. However, he is probably prepared for anything if we consider his role in CBS' Mission Impossible franchise!
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson
Gulfstream G650 valued at $65 million. Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson has a life that most of us can only dream of, but it wasn't always that way. After ending his football career, Johnson had only $7 in his pocket. Now, after a successful wrestling career and roles in numerous blockbusters, "The Rock" is worth over $240 million.
The Johnson family travels in their own $65 million Gulfstream G650. The former WWE star frequently uses the aircraft. While it may not be as large as other private jets, it has everything he needs for work and play, including many seats and a highly polished table for business!
Michael Schumacher
Falcon 2000EX valued at $35 million. When it comes to racing, few people are as famous as Michael Schumacher. The Formula 1 legend accumulated an incredible fortune of over $433 million throughout his career before a fateful accident in 2013.
Nearly a year after Michael's accident, his wife put Michael's Falcon 2000EX up for sale. New versions of the aircraft typically cost around $35 million, while Schumacher's jet was sold for $33 million. Michael himself loved flying around the world with the plane before suffering a traumatic brain injury while skiing in the French Alps.
John Travolta
Boeing 707-138 valued at $36 million. John Travolta's career may have cooled off a bit in recent years, but thanks to hits like Grease and Saturday Night Fever, he is still a sought-after Hollywood star. But acting is not Travolta's only passion. John is a licensed pilot, and while traveling in his $36 million Boeing 707-138, he also enjoys flying it himself.
John's love for aviation began in his teenage years when he took his first flying lesson at the age of 15. The star even has a runway right next to his house in a private aviation community in Florida.
Taylor Swift
Dassault-Breguet Mystere Falcon 900 valued at $40 million. Taylor Swift may have entered the wonderful world of superstardom in 2009, but less than three years into her career, she was able to buy a $40 million jet. Swift acquired it in 2011 and even had it customized with her lucky number 13.
With 12 seats and plenty of storage space, Swift can travel the world to perform her sold-out stadium shows. Taylor always makes sure there's plenty of fruit and fresh flowers on board to create a feeling of home.
David and Victoria Beckham
Bombardier Challenger 350 valued at $18 million. Many celebrity couples don't make it, but David and Victoria Beckham have proven that their relationship is long-lasting. Victoria, a successful pop star turned fashion designer, and David, a true football legend, together have a net worth of around $1 billion.
Of course, the glamorous life of the Beckhams wouldn't be complete without their own plane. Victoria and David have opted to purchase an $18 million Bombardier Challenger 350, allowing them to travel in style with their four children, Romeo, Harper, Cruz, and Brooklyn.
Donald Trump
Boeing 727-23 valued at $30 million. Donald Trump may no longer be in the White House, but he still needs to travel frequently. Although Donald paid a nine-figure sum for the jet years ago, he sold it in 2009 for only around $8 million.
The aircraft was specially equipped, featuring a main bedroom, a dining table for five, two conference rooms, three bathrooms, and plenty of storage space. Trump reportedly wanted to upgrade as operating costs became too high.
Lionel Messi
Gulfstream V valued at €14.2 million. Lionel Messi is one of the wealthiest athletes in the world, with a net worth of €360 million. The football star owns multiple private jets, including an Embraer.
He has leased them from an Argentine company multiple times in recent years, and when you see the amenities, it's easy to understand why. The state-of-the-art jet features a kitchen, two bathrooms, and a very stylish, luxurious interior.
Angelina Jolie
Cirrus SR22 valued at $600,000. Angelina Jolie is not only a superstar but also a mother to six children. Imagine boarding a regular flight while keeping an eye on such a large family.
This plane may surprise you, considering it's not the most luxurious, but it has a unique safety feature that could explain why Angelina chose this aircraft. The Cirrus SR22 has a built-in parachute that can be deployed in an emergency, safely landing the entire plane.
Brad Pitt
Supermarine Spitfire valued at $4 million. As one of the most famous actors in the world, Brad Pitt has seen quite a few private jets. But when it came to buying his own, he decided that leather seats and multiple bathrooms on board were not for him. Instead, he purchased a Supermarine Spitfire from World War II for $4 million.
Pitt has starred in several movies set during that time, so it's understandable that his fascination with World War II led him to buy the unusual aircraft. Like John Travolta, Brad Pitt also loves aviation and has obtained his own pilot's license. Unfortunately, he doesn't get to take the Spitfire for a spin too often, as it's stored in a hangar in Somerset, England.
Mark Zuckerberg
Various aircraft. Is it a surprise that Facebook billionaire Mark Zuckerberg owns a private jet? The social media pioneer is worth $100.5 billion in 2020, and his private jet costs only a fraction of that at $8.4 million.
While it's unclear what type of private jet Zuckerberg owns, it's evident that the majority of his security budget is allocated for it. In 2019, Zuckerberg's security budget amounted to $6.5 million. His tax returns indicate that he will primarily use his future private jet for "personal travel."
Jay-Z and Beyonce
Bombardier Challenger 850 Learjet valued at $40 million. Jay-Z and Beyonce are practically royalty, so stylish traveling is essential. With a combined net worth of over $1.4 billion, Bey and Jay opted for a Bombardier Challenger 850 Learjet. The aircraft is not only fast but also spacious.
The jet can accommodate up to 18 passengers, perfect considering the many staff members they have. According to The Travel, Beyonce purchased the $40 million jet as a gift for Jay's first Father's Day in 2012, and they have been using it constantly ever since.
Michael Jackson
Boeing 707 (modified) valued at €36.5 million. The late King of Pop is regarded as one of the most influential cultural figures of the twentieth century. His music is still played today, even though he passed away sixteen years ago.
During his "Victory Tour," he realized that flying was more practical than traveling by bus, especially since the tour took place worldwide. Jackson decided to create his own private jet and transformed a Boeing 707 into a palace-like aircraft that could accommodate twenty passengers. During the 1984 tour, Jackson and his crew traveled in luxury.
Jeff Bezos
Gulfstream G650ER valued at €66.5 million. Billionaires are big fans of Gulfstream, as Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos have demonstrated. Bezos, the richest person in the world, has amassed a collection of Gulfstream jets and purchased two G650 ER private aircraft.
Together, the planes are worth almost €150 million, which is a small sum for someone with a net worth of several hundred billion euros. Besides Bezos, Sir Philip Green, a British retail magnate, and Larry Ellison are also members of the G650 ER club.
Elvis Presley
Convair 880 Jet valued at $3 million. Rock 'n' roll star Elvis Presley made a significant purchase on April 17, 1975. The musician bought a Convair 880 Jet that Delta Airlines had retired. He bought it for $250,000, and after customizing it to his liking, the jet was worth $600,000. In today's money, that amounts to a total cost of $3 million.
He immediately named the aircraft Lisa Marie, after his daughter, Lisa Presley. After his death, Lisa Marie inherited the private jet. However, the Lisa Marie was not Presley's only jet; he also owned the Hound Dog II, a Lockheed JetStar, and a 1962-model Lockheed.
Morgan Freeman
Cessna Citation 501 valued at $345,000-$950,000. Actor Morgan Freeman is one of Hollywood's wealthiest entertainers and, like his colleague Harrison Ford, owns multiple aircraft. Freeman, who holds a private pilot's license, owns a Cessna Citation 501 (which he purchased in 2005), an Emivest SJ30, and a Cessna 414 with two propeller engines.
The Cessna 414, priced at approximately $200,000 to $250,000, is not as expensive but still a great aircraft. Freeman's Citation 501 was damaged in an accident in 2015, but not beyond repair, allowing the actor to quickly restore it and take to the skies again.
Bono
Airbus A310 valued at $90 million. The wealth of Irish singer and songwriter Bono is approaching the $1 billion mark. Bono's private jet is an Airbus A310, estimated to be worth $90 million.
As the cherry on top, Bono had his Airbus A310 adorned with a U2 logo. He initially leased the private jet, so he didn't spend $90 million all at once. Maybe he'll buy it when the lease expires. We'll have to stay tuned.
Richard Branson
Falcon 900EX valued at $44.8 million. Richard Branson acquired a Falcon 900EX, which he had adorned with a design of his eyeball, but he sold it. He replaced the 900EX with a 50EX, which he could fly to the British Virgin Islands.
The 900EX is certainly the more expensive of the two machines, with a unit price of $44.8 million. The smaller 50EX costs $4.5 to $6.5 million. Falcon takes pride in not only costing less than its competitor Citation but also consuming 40% less fuel.
Madonna
Various aircraft. In 2019, Madonna bought a new private plane specifically for her world tour. The sixty-one-year-old diva had some very Madonna-like requirements for her new aircraft, and they were so important to her that she refused to accept it the first time because not all of her requirements were met.
In addition to the usual perks of a private jet, Madonna wanted a cryotherapy "vampire" chamber on board. The pop star always travels with two facial specialists to maintain a youthful appearance.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle
Cessna 680 Citation Sovereign valued at €6.5 million. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle own their own private jet - a Cessna 680 Citation Sovereign. The couple faced criticism for their use of private jets, especially considering their strong environmental advocacy.
Whatever the reason, it can't be denied that the Sovereign is a good choice for a private jet if you have the money to afford one. The business jet has a range of 5,241.6 km and a top speed of 843 km/h. The cruising speed is 792 km/h, so you can be sure to reach your destination quickly.
Michael Jordan
Gulfstream G550 valued at $61 million. Michael Jordan may be one of the greatest basketball stars in the world, but when it comes to traveling, he doesn't waste time. The billionaire athlete turned businessman spent $61 million on his own Gulfstream G550, originally having it painted in blue and white to match the University of North Carolina.
While MJ still owns the aircraft, it has undergone a few revisions over the years - including a new paint job. The jet is now unmistakably in elephant gray. The exterior is a hot topic of conversation, but we don't know much about what's inside.
Elon Musk
Gulfstream G550 valued at €50.67 million. Elon Musk, the eccentric CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, is a big fan of aviation. Since his early days in the 2000s, flying old, decommissioned Soviet fighter jets as a hobby, he has always loved aircraft.
The new price of the jet is around €51 million but can drop to a still proud €14 million for used models. The G550 can accommodate seventeen people, and the seats can be converted to lie-flat beds for long flights.
Oprah Winfrey
Global Express XRS valued at $47 million. Billionaire media mogul Oprah Winfrey has treated herself to a Global Express XRS private jet. In a later interview, she said that "having your own airplane" is her "greatest luxury."
She was approached by a woman at an airport while waiting for her flight. The woman accused her of not acting the same way she does on television. Winfrey said that the woman's aggressive behavior shook her, and as soon as she had the money, she decided to get a private jet.
Cristiano Ronaldo
Gulfstream 650 valued at $60 million. Cristiano Ronaldo is considered one of the greatest football players of all time, but he is equally famous for his off-field life. Ronaldo appreciates expensive cars, sprawling villas, designer clothing, and private jets.
Ronaldo's preferred aircraft is the popular General Dynamics Gulfstream 650. The multimillionaire has spent around $60 million to acquire his own aircraft. It can accommodate 18 passengers, more than enough space for his family. Additionally, it has a custom black and blue paint job.
Prince Albert II of Monaco
Dassault Falcon 7X valued at €51.3 million. Prince Albert II of Monaco is one of the wealthiest and most respected environmentalists in the world. When he needs to travel somewhere, he prefers to take the train.
He and Princess Charlene inaugurated the jet in 2013, although they already owned private airplanes before. In addition to the eight-seater 7X, a Dassault Falcon 8X was added in 2019, which is primarily used by the government of Monaco rather than the royal family.
Tiger Woods
Gulfstream G550 valued at $50 million. No one masters golf like Tiger Woods, but he is no stranger to Gulfstream either. Woods has a packed schedule and regularly jets off to various tournaments around the world.
The incredibly fast jet means that Tiger doesn't have to worry about delays that could impact his earnings. Fortunately for him, his endorsement deals and victories over the past decades mean he has enough money in the bank to fund his exquisite lifestyle.
Steven Spielberg
Bombardier Global Express valued at $42 million. Steven Spielberg, the director of blockbusters like E.T., Jaws, Jurassic Park, and the Indiana Jones series, shares one thing with Dr. Jones - his love for airplanes.
The interior is extremely luxurious and entirely made of leather. The jet can accommodate eight to fourteen passengers. The bathroom and onboard kitchen are top-notch (unlike the bathrooms in commercial jets) and feature designer fixtures. The Bombardier Global Express has become the standard for large-cabin private long-range aircraft and has held this title since 1993.
David Bowie
Various aircraft. The late, great David Bowie was another musician who always preferred to take his own plane when on tour. There are a million photos of him flying privately, but there is also a photo of him on a commercial plane (though in business class).
In 1983, the artist took a commercial flight over Australia, and pictures of him grinning in first class made headlines. He arrived at his destination in Australia, and the pictures of him chilling by a pool at a hotel in Melbourne say everything you need to know. Bowie on a commercial flight may seem strange, but he seemed to enjoy it.
Lady Gaga
Boeing 757 priced at €18,000 per hour. Singer and actress Lady Gaga is worth almost a quarter of a billion euros. It's no wonder she can charter a private jet wherever she wants.
The famous singer often charters a Boeing 757, turning it into her personal aircraft. According to reports, chartering this aircraft costs €18,000 per hour.
Chris Hemsworth
Bombardier Challenger 605 valued at $20 million. Chris Hemsworth may play a god who can travel through space and time with Thor's hammer, but in reality, he has to get on an airplane like everyone else. While Hemsworth doesn't yet own his own private aircraft, he charters one when he can.
Among the airplanes Chris has traveled on is a Bombardier Challenger 605 valued at $20 million. While this model may not be the most expensive jet in the world, it is still exceptionally fast and luxurious, equipped with plenty of windows and plush, comfortable seats.
Bill Gates
Bombardier BD-700 Global Express valued at $40 million. With a net worth of over $118 billion, Bill Gates could own a whole fleet of jets. Instead, he opts for a Bombardier BD-700 priced at $40 million. This aircraft is slightly larger than an average private jet and can accommodate up to 19 people.
Instead of typical airplane seats, Gates had heavy reclining chairs and full-sized sofas installed so that his guests can relax and enjoy the flight. The interior is more reminiscent of Air Force One than a typical celebrity aircraft, but then again, we are talking about Bill Gates.
Mariah Carey
Learjet 45XR valued at $13 million. It's not surprising that Mariah Carey only flies in private jets, but it is a bit surprising that the diva doesn't own her own aircraft. Rather than making an expensive purchase, Mariah occasionally charters planes like the Learjet 45XR.
When it comes to flying, the singer doesn't hesitate to spend over $100,000 on flights to her destination, as long as it means that her children, team, and dogs can feel comfortable throughout the journey. With a bank balance of over $236 million, Carey can thankfully afford it without any problems.
Harrison Ford
Models Aviat A-1B Husky, DHC-2 Beaver, Cessna 182, Beechcraft B36TC Bonanza, Cessna 208B Grand Caravan, 929-vintage Waco Taperwing, and a Bell 407 helicopter valued at $120,000 to $500,000 each.
In 2015, Ford had a serious accident when his World War II-era plane crashed on a golf course in Los Angeles. Needless to say, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) was not happy. He had to undergo retraining. Reports say he apologized extensively, and fortunately, the FAA did not impose any sanctions or even revoke his pilot's license.
Lewis Hamilton
Bombardier Challenger 605 valued at $30 million. For someone who is only 35 years old, racing driver Lewis Hamilton is a very wealthy man. A few years ago, Hamilton owned a flashy red Bombardier Challenger 605 valued at $30 million.
Hamilton sold the aircraft a few years after acquiring it to lead a more environmentally friendly lifestyle. Sources say the jet now belongs to a private aviation company called SaxonAir in the UK. Not only has Hamilton disposed of the plane, but he also no longer eats meat.
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