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Most fast transport, capable of covering vast distances in the shortest possible time - an airplane. This type of transport is not only distinguished by its speed, but is also extremely comfortable.

The top ten most expensive aircraft, the cost of which varies from 100 million to 1 billion dollars, includes not only military aircraft - their high cost is fully justified by their high technical characteristics. The top 10 also includes private jets with comfortable cabins.

10th place - Bombardier Global Express - 57 million. $

Bombardier Global Express - $57 million

• Cost: $57 million.
• Made in Canada.
• Business class plane.
• Designed for long-distance flights.
• Capable of covering vast distances with one refueling.
• In the cabin: items made of genuine leather, many gilded interior parts, as well as precious woods.
• Luxurious, comfortable environment typical of rich people.

9th place - Airbus A-319-115XCJ - 86 million $

Airbus A-319-115XCJ – $86 million

In ninth place is the luxury plane of former Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych - Airbus A-319-115XCJ . The liner was custom-made in the USA, Dallas; the creation of this device took more than three years.

• Cost: $86 million.
• On board there are: a meeting room, a relaxation room, and rooms for accompanying persons.
• The indescribably luxurious interior of the salon is made in beige, the bedroom and bathroom are decorated with gold. The highlight of the interior is the sink in the bathroom, made of expensive pink marble.

8th place - Boeing 747 - 170 million $

In eighth place in the ranking is the aircraft owned by King Mswati III of Swaziland. Boeing 747 . Subsequently, this luxurious purchase almost provoked a revolution in the state. At this time, the people lived a miserable existence on two dollars a day.

• The price of the aircraft is 170 million dollars.
• The king purchased it in 2002, spending half of the government treasury.

7th place - Airbus 340-300 — 350 million $

Airbus 340-300 – $350 million

• Cost: $350 million.
• Created in Switzerland in 2008.

6th place - F-22 Raptor - 350 million $

• The cost of the aircraft is $350 million.
• Very demanding to use.
• An F-22 Raptor fighter jet costs $19,000 per hour to fly.

We have come to the top five most expensive aircraft in the world. So:

5th place - Boeing 747-200B — 375 million $

Boeing 747-200B – $375 million

• The price of the aircraft is $375 million.
• Incredibly expensive and refined interior.
• The latest technical characteristics, including missile defense, as well as means for combating radio electronics.
• Electromagnetic protection in case of nuclear attack.
• Without refueling, the aircraft flies 12,550 kilometers and can be refueled in the air.

4th place - Boeing 767 - $500 million

Boeing 767 - fourth place in the top 10 most expensive aircraft in the world. Its owner is the famous oligarch Roman Abramovich, a true connoisseur of speed and luxury. Its fleet also includes another aircraft, by the way, which is also not cheap - the Airbus 340.

• The price of Boeing 767 is from 500 million dollars.
• The interior is finished in red and ebony.
• Interior items include products from
• There is an anti-missile system on board the liner.

And finally, the top three of our top ten are the most highly rated aircraft:

3rd place - Airbus A380 – $500 million

The third stupa

• The price is more than 500 million dollars.
• There are several bedrooms on board, as well as 20 cabins for VIP guests.
• Area for spa treatments, sauna and hydromassage.
• A bar, a dance floor, a concert hall - everything for those who want to thoroughly relax during the flight.
• A gym is specially equipped for sports lovers.

2nd place - Boeing 747-430 – $1 billion

Boeing 747-430 – $1 billion

• The cost of this miracle is 1 billion US dollars.
• The interior design of the salon is made in oriental style. There are carpets here self made, and the plumbing is made of pure gold.

So, we have reached the top of our top 10:

1st place - B-2 Spirit - $2 billion 100 million

B-2 Spirit - $2 billion 100 million

And at the top, of course, is the representative of the American military equipment, famous B-2 Spirit bomber , which was used by the United States during reconnaissance and bombing in Afghanistan and Iraq.

• The plane is valued at 2 billion and 100 million dollars!!!
• This is a true marvel of modern military technology, equipped with the latest developments in military technology, as well as the stealth function, thanks to which the bomber received the honorary title of “stealth aircraft.”

What would we do without the invention of the Wright brothers? Travel would be less accessible, less convenient and much slower. Today, flying on an airplane is perceived as something familiar and ordinary, despite restrictions on the weight of luggage and cramped cabin conditions. But 1% of the population associates flight with completely different characteristics. Billionaires fly in style on their luxury planes, which cost millions of dollars and are custom-made.

The military also flies custom aircraft, but spends millions of dollars not on luxury but on technology, safety and practicality. It doesn’t matter what purpose the aircraft is used for, be it an air hotel or a troop transport, a cargo ship or a bomber, they all have one thing in common - a very high price. Among the aircraft on offer, the ten most expensive aircraft in the world include both private and military aircraft.

10. Boeing 747– 8 VIP – $153 million

The Boeing 747-8 is owned by Hong Kong billionaire Joseph Lau. This plane is also known under another, more accurate name, “Dreamliner”. The aircraft has an exclusive design that includes the latest technologies. In other words, Lau travels in luxury and comfort. The aircraft's cabin features vaulted ceilings, video displays on the walls and a spiral staircase. A regular Boeing 747 aircraft has 467 passenger seats, but due to its exclusive design, this cabin can accommodate far fewer passengers.

9. Boeing 747-400 Custom – $200 million

The Boeing 747-400 aircraft model was commissioned by Prince Alwaleed bin Talal from Saudi Arabia. After purchasing the aircraft in 2003, the cabin was equipped with two luxurious bedrooms, a dining room for 14 people and even a throne in the middle of the plane to show everyone who is boss. There are 11 flight attendants serving guests on board.

8. E-2D Advanced Hawkeye – $232 million

This unusual military aircraft, developed by Grumman Aircraft, is used by the US Navy as a replacement for the E-1 Tracer. It is equipped with an advanced AGC-9 radar, radio equipment, a satellite communications and navigation system, turbo engines, and an electronic scanning system, which allows the aircraft to carry out combat monitoring and reconnaissance missions in all weather conditions. The aircraft also features the Cooperative Engagement Capability system, which allows cruise missiles to be controlled from the aircraft on the ground.

7. Boeing 747-430 Custom – $233 million

The richest monarch in the world - the Sultan of Brunei from the island of Borneo - owns a Boeing 747-430 Custom, which he purchased for 100 million. Another $130 million was spent on the exquisite interior and decor using pure gold. The living room, bedroom and bathroom of the floating extravagant mansion are decorated with gold details and Lalique crystals, and the washbasin is made entirely of pure gold. Of the three aircraft owned by the Sultan, this is the largest.

6. R-8A Poseidon – $290 million

The elegant aircraft was built by Boeing Defense, Space and Security for the US Navy. The P-8A Poseidon is a modified copy of the 737-800 ERX and is equipped with anti-submarine weapons and countermeasures. These characteristics make it one of the best defensive aircraft on the planet. On board it carries torpedoes, deep-sea bombs, cruise missiles, the Harpoon anti-submarine system and much more. The aircraft operates in tandem with the Northrop Grumman MQ-4C Triton unmanned surveillance aircraft.

5. C-17A Globemaster III – $328 million

The Boeing aircraft was built for the US Air Force and is one of the largest military transport vessels. It was created to carry out strategic and tactical missions, transport troops and military cargo, evacuate the wounded, and drop troops and cargo. Today there are between 180 and 210 of these aircraft in stock.

4. F-22 Raptor – $350 million

The F-22 Raptor from Lockheed Martin is considered the best military aircraft in the world, and the most expensive. This single-seat, twin-engine aircraft, which is in service with the US Air Force, thanks to its technical characteristics, is capable of performing tactical combat missions in any weather. Production of this series of aircraft was stopped in 2012, when 187 units had already been produced due to high prices and an export ban. Instead, a cheaper version of the F-35 entered development. The F-22 is capable of shooting down enemy cruise missiles, flying at supersonic speeds over long distances, and becoming invisible to radar, making it the best combat aircraft in the world.

3. Airbus A340-300 Custom – $350-500 million

The Airbus A340-300 Custom, "Burkhan", owned by Alisher Usmanov, a billionaire from Russia, was custom-made in honor of his father. This is the largest plane in Russia, it is larger than the plane of the country's president. The model costs $238 million, but after improvements and modernization of the luxurious interior and technical characteristics its value is between $350 million and $500 million. But the plane can accommodate 375 passengers and is capable of rising to a height of 11.5 thousand kilometers.

2. Airbus A380 Custom – $500 million

The largest private jet in the world belongs to Prince Alwaleed bin Talal of Saudi Arabia. This luxury aircraft has everything from a two-car garage, a prince's hawk room, stables, to multiple bedrooms, bathrooms with showers and wellness center.
The double-decker plane is the largest passenger ship today, even though many of the passenger seats have been removed for all that luxury.

1. B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber – $2.1 billion

The B-2 Spirit is the most expensive aircraft in the world. It's so expensive that the US Congress cut the order from 132 to 21 in 1987. After the crash of one of the aircraft in 2008, only 20 units remained in service with the US Air Force. The strategic bomber is equipped with stealth technologies that allow it to bypass any enemy defense systems, and conventional and nuclear weapons, including 80 homing missiles and 16 nuclear bombs. The B-2 aircraft was involved in military missions in Iraq and Afghanistan. In 1997, it was valued at $737 million, and the purchase of the complete package, which includes parts, software, upgrades and equipment, cost $929 million per unit. It was rumored that the plane was equipped with special pilot seats for quick sleep.

An airplane is in itself not so much a means of transportation as a luxury: it consumes a huge amount of fuel, requires a hangar, a team of experienced pilots and technicians, and, of course, timely “upgrades.” But people who can afford their own “iron bird” often shell out so fabulously that you want to gasp. Built-in cinemas, gilding, handmade carpets and even (although this has already become mainstream) gold plumbing - this is what the nouveau riche go to, just so that everyone in the world does not doubt that they are really rich.

They are also called business jets.

As you might guess, this aircraft belongs to Arab sheikh and the prince. Al Waleed bin Talal bought an Airbus A380 Custom back in 2012, and immediately - in a special configuration, designed specifically for rich “troubles”. For the most expensive plane, he paid about half a billion dollars.

The plane has two decks. Two of the sheikh's cars fly from below (he especially loves Rolls-Royces), as well as his horses, camels and even hawks - the owner of the plane is a hunter. A prayer room was also built there, the cunning architecture of which, in any direction, can direct the room towards Mecca.

In addition, on the plane you can find:

• five bedrooms - for the owner and his guests,
• Turkish bath, bath and shower,
• gym,
• concert hall,
• rest rooms from all this splendor...

To make all this beauty shine and sparkle, 15 people work on the airliner - several pilots and a lot of flight attendants. They can serve both one owner and a thousand guests (that’s how many passengers the Airbus A380 can carry).

Many of you may ask a logical question: how does this palace even take off? After all, this is neither more nor less: 25 meters in height, 72 in length! But it not only rises into the sky, it can fly 14.5 thousand kilometers without refueling.

Slightly less cheap, but no less luxurious

Other sheikhs and other rich people of this world learned with envy about the Airbus A380... And immediately bombarded its creators with applications. Therefore, there are already quite a lot of such “birds” in the world - as many as 195 pieces. And you say - the global economic crisis...

We invite you to learn about the no less luxurious, and often no less expensive, planes of other billionaires.

1. Airbus A340-300 Custom, which has its own name - “Burkhan”. In this way, the owner of the plane, Russian billionaire Alisher Asmanov, honored his own father: the winged “bird” bears his name (interestingly, he also did not forget about his mother, naming the luxury yacht “Dilbar” in her honor). This flying miracle costs the same 500 million dollars (the price was primarily influenced by the fact that the interior was not basic, but designed to meet the numerous requirements of the owner).
2. Boeing 767. Its owner is Roman Abramovich. For the same “symbolic” 500 million, he received an interior in mahogany and ebony, gold interior items and even... His own anti-missile system. By the way, when he gets tired of Boeing, the Russian billionaire switches to an Airbus 340.
3. Boeing 747-430 Custom. Property of the Sultan of Brunei. The owner bought it “only” for 100 million, but significantly modified it, stuffing it with all possible amenities and attributes of luxury, which is why the price of the aircraft increased to 230 million. There is even a golden washbasin (not painted, but entirely made of this most noble metal). History is silent about what the toilets in this plane are made of, although logic dictates that they, too, can be oh so difficult...
4. Boeing 747-400 Custom. Another “bird” by Al Walid bin Talal, about whom we already wrote above. Yes, this man is richer than Uncle Scrooge! A huge golden living room, two royal bedrooms - and all this for 230 million greenbacks.
5. Boeing 747-8VIP, also known as Dreamliner. Its owner is not a sheikh (finally), but a billionaire from Hong Kong - Joseph Lau. For 200 million, this man equipped not a nouveau riche, but simply the most comfortable vehicle. There are no golden walls or bulging attributes of luxury here; the interior is more reminiscent of neo-modern.

The most sophisticated fighter

This is an American B-2 Spirit bomber. It is literally crammed with electronics. Take the casing for example - it is made of radio-absorbing materials, thanks to which this “bird” cannot be caught by radars.

The plane can carry any weapon (even nuclear).

In the USA, 21 of these were collected. Each cost American taxpayers 2 billion and another 100 million in greenbacks! Military journalists report that it was the Spirits who were involved in bombing campaigns in Iraq and Afghanistan.

The most expensive passenger airliner

It's called Concorde.

Its creation is already in itself interesting story. This supersonic aircraft was invented in Europe back in the 50s, but the project turned out to be too expensive for any one country, so two powerful enterprises took on it at once - the American company Boeing and the Russian (at that time Soviet) Tupolev Design Bureau. Over time, the United States withdrew from the project, and France and Britain joined it.

As they say, if you suffer for a long time, everything will work out: the first Concorde (the name is very telling - translated as “commonwealth” or “accord”) took off in 1968. When it successfully (and at record speed) flew for 2 years, the creators blessed mass production.

In principle, only 14 aircraft were assembled. Four became the property of Air France, five - British Airways. They flew throughout Europe and the USA and at first turned out to be unprofitable. After the engines were improved (they began to “eat” less), tickets became a little cheaper, and the planes began to make a profit. Moreover, passengers also appreciated the convenience of super-fast transatlantic flights.

Unfortunately, in 2000, a fire occurred on board one of the “birds”. The plane crashed, killing more than a hundred passengers. The reputation of winged ships was tarnished. They tried to improve them, but since 2003 they no longer fly.

But is it necessary to buy your own plane to fly like a king? No! You can travel first class, and then you will have access to marbled beef on Chinese porcelain, champagne and a luxurious bed strewn with rose petals. This video will tell you more about flying in first class, and in particular about airlines that provide this service:

Traveling by plane is the most convenient way to go on vacation or a business trip. But only a private jet will provide maximum comfort and independence from flight schedules. The most powerful people can afford a custom airliner. Often an ordinary plane on the outside, but a real work of design art on the inside. How much do private aircraft cost and how are they different?

The five most expensive private jets are presented in the review.

Tyler Perry and Gulfstream III

American film director and producer Tyler Perry is the owner of a Gulfstream III aircraft, which is valued at $125 million.

Although Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation produces exclusively business jets, Tyler Perry decided to customize the interior design of the aircraft to suit his interests:

• electronic window transparency control;
• huge library;
• satellite television;
• several large video displays;
• bathroom and small kitchen.

Gulfstream III is an intercontinental twin-engine turbofan business jet.

Joseph Lau and Boeing 747 - 8 Intercontinental VIP

Businessman Joseph Lau owns the airliner, which is valued at $153 million. His plane is a Boeing 747 - 8 Intercontinental in VIP configuration.

The VIP aircraft was developed by Boeing for individual orders. Thanks to technical improvements, the Intercontinental, in comparison with its younger brother 747 series, received a longer flight range and increased payload capacity.

The VIP package includes the “Sky Loft” program: placement of additional bedrooms on the upper deck. Together with Sky Loft, the passenger space area is 526.5 sq. m. m. The interior design concept was also developed by Boeing; it includes spiral staircases, video walls, and a conference room. But the interior decoration, taking into account the client’s wishes, is completed by certified companies.

Sultan of Brunei and Boeing 747-430

The most expensive Boeing, estimated at 220 million, was in third place. It is owned by the Sultan of Brunei. The monarch bought the airliner from Lufthansa, paying $100 million for it. Another 120,000,000 was spent on the unique interior of the aircraft.

Flight in the Golden Palace. This is how you can characterize the design of interior decoration. Living rooms, bedrooms, conference room, bathroom are decorated with pure gold decor.

Sometimes, the Sultan pilots his plane himself!

The Boeing 747-430 is a wide-body passenger aircraft. Has 4 engines. It is the shortest among competitors, but the most spacious.

Usmanov and Airbus A340-300 series

In second position is the airliner of Alisher Usmanov, a famous Russian businessman. The Airbus A340-300 was purchased from Global Jet Concept after 4 years of operation. His approximate cost According to experts, about 350 million dollars.

The aircraft was named “BOURKHAN” in honor of the father of its owner. Burkhan is based at Sheremetyevo Airport.

The airliner of Alisher Usmanov is considered one of the most unusually painted aircraft: a bright burgundy-brown color and large bronze letters with the name of the aircraft on the fuselage.

Unfortunately, details of the interior design have not been revealed.

The failure of one of the four engines will not affect flight safety. Due to high fuel consumption, it is now practically not used in passenger transportation.

Prince of Saudi Arabia and Airbus A380 series

The leader was the Airbus A380, on the purchase and modernization of which about $500 million was spent.

Al-Walid bin Talal became the first owner of the private Airbus A380 series.

The prince paid $300,000,000 for the purchase of an airliner in the basic configuration. Modification of the aircraft cost another 200 million.

Now, instead of a boring row of chairs, there are:

• parking space for two cars;
• stable;
• marble sauna and spa;
• concert hall;
• many different rooms.

The Airbus A380 is a production double-deck jet aircraft with 4 engines. It is the largest passenger airliner.

Everyone knows that an airplane is not a cheap thing, but the examples presented in today’s top list are simply prohibitively expensive. Only some countries can afford such aircraft, not to mention ordinary people. So, what are the most expensive planes in the world today?

B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber – $2,100,000,000

This strategic bomber was developed and first released in the United States in 1946. His whole appearance says so - the future has come. The “flying wing,” as it is popularly called, is distinguished by unsurpassed aerodynamic characteristics and the ability to effectively hide from ground-based radars.

Maintenance of the aircraft also costs the state considerable sums. The B-2 Spirit requires a special room - a hangar with an ideal climate for it. The device reacts negatively to sunlight, which disrupts the radio-absorbing layer on the body. Around the world, only a few air bases can provide adequate conditions for this aircraft.

Airbus A380 – $500,000,000

This aircraft has the title of the largest passenger plane and was created as a competitor to the devices of the global giant Boeing. The liner has been developed and improved for more than 10 years. Today, the aircraft accommodates more than 850 passengers, there are sections for business and economy class, and there are also places intended for showers, a library, bars - all this is organized at the request of the customer company.

To save on pilot training, their cockpit was made almost identical to others located in similar aircraft. The cockpit is equipped with nine LCD monitors, detailing all the information needed for a successful flight. The crew consists of 27 people, including pilots and stewards, but for long flights a couple more pilots are added.

Airbus A340 – from $350,000,000

Apart from price, aircraft of this family have several other common features. They have four engines, a wide fuselage, and are 63 meters long. The family actively uses innovations in the field of aircraft construction - to keep fuel consumption to a minimum, aerodynamic properties have been worked out to the smallest detail. A digital control system has been introduced, and modern composite materials are used for the housing.

In turn, due to low fuel consumption, aircraft are very environmentally friendly, and they also produce very little noise and harmful emissions. Despite the presence of four engines, the cabin of each aircraft is quiet, this factor is important for long flights. The number of passenger seats can reach up to 440, and there is also a spacious cargo compartment.

F-22 Raptor – $350,000,000

This ship confidently proved the leadership of the United States in the development of military aircraft. It is not without reason that it is called the “aircraft of the 21st century” - the latest developments are used in technology. The F-22 Raptor features low radar signature, faster-than-sound speed, and excellent maneuverability.

The functionality of the aircraft is impressive. The aircraft can engage targets from all angles and is equipped with advanced electronics and a 360-degree information system. Alloys of aluminum and titanium were used to create the body - composite materials can significantly reduce weight, which means making the aircraft more maneuverable and less noticeable to radar devices.

C-17A Globemaster III – $328,000,000

This American aircraft first took off in 1991. But, even despite its age of more than two decades, the development is still in demand and is included in the military aviation fleet of many countries - the USA, Canada, Australia, United Arab Emirates etc. One of the important advantages of the model is its excellent carrying capacity and spaciousness, which is why it is included in the list of the most expensive aircraft in the world.

One C-17 can carry, for example, three Apache helicopters or one Chinook, as well as any ground transport, including tanks and jeeps. In addition, more than 100 people can be accommodated on board. Another advantage of the model is that it has a short runway (less than a kilometer), which allows it to take off as quickly as possible.

R-8A Poseidon – $290,000,000

This aircraft from Boeing has an on-board radar and reconnaissance system. It is capable of making a cartographic assessment of the area, independently recognizing even stationary objects, and also searching for submarines under water. As for the power component, the R-8A has two reliable engines - the likelihood of their failure is close to zero.

The aircraft reaches enormous speeds - up to 930 km/h, and when patrolling over the sea - 330 km/h at an altitude of 60 meters. Its internal compartment accommodates both conventional bombs and depth bombs or torpedoes. And underwing pylons are necessary for anti-ship missiles. Poseidon's protection is also well organized - there is EWSP, the so-called electronic countermeasures system, as well as interference control systems.

Boeing 747-430 Custom – $233,000,000

This passenger aircraft is the most successful of the 747 series. Compared to the previous version, the 747-300, it has more rounded wing tips, a glass cabin and improved engines. In 1989, a plane without passengers set a record in its category - it flew 18 thousand kilometers in 20 hours.

The Boeing 747-430 is superior to its analogues in the following parameters: speed, payload capacity, payback load level. However, it loses in terms of fuel consumption, maintenance costs and flight costs. Over the entire history of the production of models of this series, there have been about 20 plane crashes (in some cases there was a human factor). In 2007, the model was officially discontinued.

E-2D Advanced Hawkeye – $232,000,000

This aircraft was developed in the USA for reconnaissance purposes back in 1960. It provides the best detection of objects at a distance of up to 540 kilometers (half that for cruise missiles). The aircraft can also monitor targets on the water, after which it can quickly transmit information to the operations center on the main aircraft carrier, and patrol assets will also receive it at the same time.

The E-2 serves as a command post, designed to control the process of targeting fighters to an object, warn in advance of the appearance of enemy aircraft in the visual zone, and also control accompanying fighters. The US currently has about 140 of these aircraft.

Boeing 747-400 Custom – $200,000,000

This passenger liner was launched in 1969 and accommodates about 580 passengers. On the upper deck there is business class, designed for 44 people. The chairs in it can turn into comfortable beds. The menu includes a wide range of food and drinks, and to make the flight not boring, a multimedia entertainment system is provided.

As for the economy class, located on the lower deck, it is also quite comfortable for the flight - the seats are soft, located at an impressive distance from each other. In general, the airliner is very popular among passengers and provides them with all the necessary conditions for a comfortable flight. People also call it “Eggplant” because of the characteristic humpback shape of the upper deck.

Boeing 747–8 VIP – $153,000,000

True to its name, this aircraft is designed for VIPs - it is as comfortable as possible and is luxurious even in the details. Four powerful engines allow you to travel up to 14 thousand kilometers without transfers. Inside there is a sitting area, a dining room, and every detail of the interior is designed by professional designers and made of expensive materials.

On board you can even find a luxurious bedroom with a large soft bed. For people who cannot tear themselves away from work even on the road, there is a conference room and an office. You can chat with friends and colleagues in the bright, spacious living room.

The listed aircraft amaze not only with their price, but also with the rich history that envelops them. It is difficult to imagine that humanity was able to invent, make and lift these giants into the air. Nevertheless, it is true. No matter what purpose this or that aircraft was intended for, their names are resounding throughout the world today.

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