It is no secret that flying via private jet is more convenient than flying on commercial flights. The process is more streamlined, and the flight itself feels smoother. In these luxurious jets, you will experience comfort while traveling.
However, traveling by air charter services can be pretty expensive. Though, in the current state of the world, it is more preferred than flying commercially.
But of course, the wealthy do not need to charter a plane. Celebrities can buy their own aircraft. And why wouldn’t they? It benefits them, and they can afford it.
Listed below are nine stars with their private jets or jet collections. They are listed in no particular order.
Donald Trump
The former US president owns the 8th most expensive plane in the world. In 2011, he bought it from Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen. He paid $100 M for the refurbished Boeing 757. Since then, it has become one of the most famous celebrity private jets in the world.
The jet’s most notable feature is the 23-carat gold leaf Trump logo on its side. But, it is not the only testament to its luxury. Before Trump bought the aircraft, he requested major renovations. He added gold-plated seat belt buckles, leather armchairs, personal high-tech TVs, and Waterford crystal lamps.
Moreover, it has a master bedroom, a guest bedroom, a dining room, a lounge, and a VIP conference room.
Talk about opulence!
Oprah Winfrey
Because of an experience in an airport in 1991, Oprah became more inclined to purchase her own private jet. The wealthiest African American of the 20th Century is known mainly for her TV talk show. In her story, a woman approached her in the airport while she minded her own business. The woman told her she was not acting like she does on TV. What the woman meant was Oprah was not hugging everybody. Instead, she was just sitting there. Of course, the celeb felt accosted.
HARPO, her production company, bought her custom-built Global Express XRS VIP business jet. It is meant to provide the media Oprah and her associates with maximum aviation comfort.
When it comes to luxuriousness, Oprah’s private jet does not come short. It has nine comfy leather seats, aesthetically placed lighting, and designer fixtures in the bathroom and galley.
They spent $42 M on the Bombardier Global Express XRS.
Jim Carrey
One of the greatest comedians, Jim Carrey, is also the owner of one of the best private jets in the world. The funny man made a good call when he bought a Gulfstream V for $59 M. It is known and respected for its safety features. Actually, it takes the phrase “safe and sound” quite literally. Aside from being safety intensive, the Gulfstream V offers speed. It flies up to Mach 0.885 or 940 km/h. That is close to the speed of sound. The Gulfstream V can also cruise up to 51,000 feet in the skies.
When the star of “The Mask” is not using the jet, he lets other people rent it. The charge is $8,000 per hour. If you have money and want to see what a celebrity’s private jet is like, here is your chance.
Tom Cruise
Before Gulfstream V, there was Gulfstream IV. Superstar Tom Cruise is a proud owner of one. It is nice seeing him own a private jet since he played the lead role in “Top Gun.” Lieutenant Maverick, the character that Cruise played, was an elite naval fighter jet pilot.
Old school it may be, but the Gulfstream V is still as handsome as its owner. It provides comfort and class with state-of-the-art furnishings and aircraft technology. Furthermore, it automatically refreshes the air inside the cabin every two minutes. Awesome!
Jay Z
For Father’s Day in 2012, Beyonce gave his husband Jay Z a private jet. You might as well call the gifted Bombardier Challenger 850 Learjet a flying house. It has a beautifully furnished living room, two bathrooms, one master bedroom, and a kitchen.
Like Tom Cruise’s private jet, the largest of the Challenger range can fly at a speed of Mach 0.80.
Beyonce went out of her way to make this gift extra. Like really, what can top this off?
Jackie Chan
The legendary martial artist/actor Jackie Chan owns an Embraer Legacy 650. In addition to Trump’s Boeing 757, Chan’s Legacy 650 is one of the most recognizable planes in the world. It has a dragon custom-painted on its exterior.
Regarding its interior, the jet is divided into three sections. There is one section for work, for playing, and for rest.
As if this was not enough, Jackie Chan was also the first Chinese customer to receive an Embraer Legacy 500.
Jimmy Buffet
Singer and songwriter Jimmy Buffet also have a private jet. However, his Grumman HU-16 Albatross, being bought in 1990, is old. But, Jimmy is improving and updating the said private seaboat, which he named “Hemisphere Dancer.”
Hemisphere Dancer is on display at Margaritaville in Orlando, Florida. It is one of the only few celeb-owned private jets you can see firsthand.
Mark Cuban
If you are interested in world records, you probably expected this. Mark Cuban, the owner of the basketball team Dallas Maverick, set a world record when he bought his Boeing 767-277. It was the “largest single e-commerce transaction.” Cuban reportedly paid $144 M for the said aircraft.
Aside from the Boeing 767-277, he has another Boeing jet that he makes available for charter .He also owns a Gulfstream V.
John Travolta
American actor and singer John Travolta is one of the best celebrity pilots. He took flying lessons during his teenage years and received his license at 23. Now, he has five private jets parked on his front lawn.
Travolta owns three Gulfstream jets, one Learjet, and one Boeing 707-138. The last is the most notable one. He received the Boeing 707-138 upon his promotion to an honorary pilot of Qantas, the Australian airline.
Travolta is the current “Living Legends of Aviation” ambassador. Very fitting.
Conclusion
Private jets symbolize luxury, convenience, and exclusivity for celebrities, blending practicality with personal style.
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