Use Private Jet Charter Services For Celebrity Style
A private jet charter is one of the most luxurious and impressive ways to travel. Some private aviation companies allow you to specify exactly where and when you would like to leave, where you would like to go – locally, nationally or internationally – and what variety of aircraft you would like to fly in so that every single element of your flight is tailored to your needs. Companies that specialise in aircraft hire may be able to offer a choice of helicopter, turboprop or private jet charter, so however you want to take to the skies, you can do so in the style of your choosing.
Private jet charter can be a very practical way of getting around – especially when larger groups are involved – but it goes without saying that it is also a very prestigious mode of transport. Many famous figures have gone one step further, and rather than using private jet charter companies, have actually bought their own airborne vehicle which they can use as and when they wish. Some of the most impressive of these are detailed below:
Boeing 727-23, which is owned by Donald Trump
The business magnate and chairman of The Trump Organisation bought himself a vintage jet from 1968, which was originally operated by American Airlines. A beautiful machine in its own right, Trump wasted no time in customising the plane to his own specifications. Now the plane boasts a massive (30 feet long) ‘TRUMP’ logo on the side, which is made – impressively – from 23 carat gold leaf. The interior is just as extravagant, with gold-plated seatbelt buckles and oil paintings forming part of the decorative scheme. We might not all possess the unquestionably good taste of Donald Trump, but you can at least experience the comfort and convenience of private flight for yourself by using a private jet charter company.
Boeing 747-430, which is owned by the Sultan of Brunei
His Majesty Haji Sultan General Dr Sir Hassanal-Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah has also decided to forgo private jet charter services and buy his own Boeing. The sultan owns several planes, but this is his largest and possibly his most lavish. Like Trump, he has added his own personal touches, including solid gold sinks and Lalique crystal. For the Sultan, the sky really is the limit when it comes to luxury – the jet reportedly cost around $220 million with all the extra features – but some private jet charter companies offer aircrafts of a comparable size at a much more affordable price.
Bombardier BD-700 Global Express, which is owned by Bill Gates
‘Owned by Bill Gates’ isn’t strictly accurate in this case, because the Bombardier is actually in the possession of Challenger Administration LLC, which owns it on his behalf. The craft is known for its impressive range, though many private jet charter companies are also able to offer long-distance flights.
Convair 880, which is owned by Elvis Presley
The King of Rock n’ Roll named his Convair after his daughter, Lisa Marie. Like many aircraft leased by private jet charter companies, the jet offers more space than a standard passenger craft would. Elvis modified the plane so that it would carry 28 passengers instead of its intended seating capacity of 110. Many companies that specialise in private jet charter can offer VIP travel services, so you can have a flight experience comparable to Elvis’s airborne jaunts.