Even though it is often criticized for being environmentally unfriendly, private jet flights are still in demand today. Synonymous with the symbol of luxury, the term private jet refers to a jet aircraft designed to transport a small group of people.
Some private jets are capable of covering longer distances. Usually, because of its larger fuel tank, smaller size, and ability to travel faster, reports AeroCorner.
The following are some of the private jets with the longest distance in the world:
1. Bombardier Global 8000
The first is the Bombardier Global 8000, a high-speed, ultra-long-range business aircraft developed by Bombardier Aerospace. This jet is capable of traveling 7,900 nautical miles (14,631 kilometers) with a maximum speed of 982 kilometers per hour.
This private jet can accommodate around 13 passengers, not including the crew or flight crew. It can fly to a height of 51,000 feet or around 15.5 kilometers above sea level, higher than other private jets.
Regarding facilities, there is a kitchen with an oven, microwave, coffee machine, cold storage, sink, faucet, bathroom with natural lighting and dressing table, and so on. The rental rate is around 6,000 Euros or IDR 101 million per hour!
2. Bombardier Global 7500
Quoting AeroCorner, the Bombardier Global 7500 is a downgrade from the Bombardier Global 8000 and an upgrade from the Bombardier Global 6000. This private jet covers a total distance of 7,700 nautical miles or 14,260 kilometers with a maximum speed of 981 kilometers per hour. Speeding!
Passengers can experience luxury thanks to a spacious living room, full-sized kitchen, special suite, permanent bed for resting, standing shower, and fly-by-wire technology. According to Jetcraft, the Bombardier Global 7500 has a configuration of 14-19 passenger seats and 4 crew.
This private jet can be purchased for US$72.5 million or around Rp. 1 trillion. Meanwhile, the rental rate is around US$9,700 or Rp. 138 million. Fantastic!
3. Gulfstream G650ER
Then, there is the Gulfstream G650ER, a private jet capable of covering a total distance of 7,500 nautical miles (13,890 kilometers). Don't underestimate it, because this jet can carry 21,863 kilograms of fuel! Not surprisingly, he can fly very far.
How many passengers can be carried? Maximum 19 passengers, not including flight crew. The cabin is 47 feet or 14.3 meters long, which is quite spacious and spacious. Passengers will not be bored thanks to the built-in wireless internet facilities.
Quoting Paramount Business Jets, its cruising speed is 904 kilometers per hour and flies at an altitude of 51,000 feet or 15.5 kilometers above sea level. The rental price is US$10,700 or Rp. 152 million per hour.
4. Dassault Falcon 8X
Next, the Dassault Falcon 8X can cover a total distance of 7,422 nautical miles (13,745 kilometers) with a maximum speed of 600 miles (965 kilometers) per hour. This is what makes it nicknamed the ultra long range jet.
Quoting Guardian Jet, the Dassault Falcon 8X has been produced since 2016 and to date there have been around 52 units produced. With a capacity of 12-19 passengers, internet access and in-flight entertainment with high-definition audio-video content are available.
Through its official website, www.dassaultfalcon.com, it is said that the Dassault Falcon 8X is 20 percent more fuel efficient than other private jets. According to Paramount Business Jets, the average rental rate is US$10,700 or Rp. 152 million per hour.
5. Gulfstream G550
Next is the Gulfstream G550 which is capable of traveling 7,768 miles (12,501 kilometers) at a constant cruising speed of 528 miles per hour or 849 kilometers per hour. Quoting AeroCorner, this private jet can fly from London to Tokyo in less than 11 hours!
Capable of carrying up to 19 passengers, the Gulfstream G550 can be rented for various purposes. Starting from business trips, aeromedical evacuation, transportation of heads of state, maritime patrols, land surveillance, to military and government needs.
There are beds for 8 passengers which are quite spacious, equipped with comfortable pillows and blankets. To experience the facilities, we need to pay US$9,900 or around Rp. 141 million per hour.
