The invention of aircrafts has really changed the course of humanity. What was once a month-long journey to another country across the sea could now be travelled in just an hour’s time, thanks to passenger airplanes. Goods and even medical and military shipments are easier and faster than before because of cargo planes. Of course, we all know that aircrafts are worth a fortune, but did you know that some of the most expensive planes on this list are worth 500 million or even 2 billion dollars?
7. BOEING 747-8 VIP (WORTH: $150 MILLION)
Also on the list of the world’s most expensive jets, the Boeing 747-8 VIP is owned by billionaire Joseph Lau from Hong Kong. This hundred million dollar private aircraft features a spiral staircase, plush seating, and is equipped with the latest technology.
6. CUSTOMIZED BOEING 747-400 (WORTH: $220 MILLION)
The customized Boeing 747 owned by Saudi Arabia’s Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal is another passenger plane turned private jet. This plane, which he bought in the early 2000s, was customized with two expansive bedrooms, a dining table that could sit 14 people, and of course, a throne right at the center of the aircraft. What’s a prince without his throne, right?
5. E-2D ADVANCED HAWKEYE (WORTH: $232 MILLION)
Currently used by the US Navy, this tactical airborne early warning plane has advanced communication equipment, APY-9 radars, and advanced scanning technology, which makes this aircraft suitable for surveillance and other tactical missions.
4. CUSTOMIZED BOEING 747-430 (WORTH: $233 MILLION)
This plane developed by the Boeing Defense, Space & Security is dubbed as one of the best defense aircrafts to date. It can conduct anti-surface warfare and anti-submarine warfare. This US Navy military plane usually works along with another surveillance aircraft.
3. C-17A GLOBEMASTER III (WORTH: $328 MILLION)
The owner spent a hefty amount not only customizing the interiors but also paying for the plane’s new paint job that bears Usmanov’s father’s name, Bourhkan.
2. CUSTOMIZED AIRBUS A380 (WORTH: $500 MILLION)
As if his $220 million customized Boeing 747-400 wasn’t enough, the Prince of Saudi once again makes this list with another expensive aircraft worth $500 million — probably the priciest privately owned plane on this list.
This airplane is more like a palace than an aircraft since it features a number of bedrooms with baths, a dining hall, a wellness lounge, a garage, a stable and a room for Prince Al-Waleed’s hawks.
1. B-2 SPIRIT STEALTH BOMBER (WORTH: $2.1 BILLION)
The most expensive airplane that’s ever built (to date) is a strategic bomber aircraft that’s able to employ nuclear weapons and is built with advanced stealth technology. These military planes have been used in both Afghanistan and Iraq. Originally, the US Air Force owned 21 of these beasts, until one of them crashed in 2008.
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