Your Guide to Private Aviation
Kim Kardashian’s $150 million Gulfstream G650ER, ‘Kim Air,’ isn’t just a private jet. It’s a fully branded flying environment with cashmere everything, SKIMS slippers, and a ban on spray tans. Here’s what the build actually tells us about where ultra-luxury aviation is heading.
The private aviation industry delivered 854 new jets in 2025, the highest output since 2009, with billing value crossing $35 billion for the first time. Here’s what that record-breaking year means for charter availability, fleet quality, and the preowned market.
Cabin noise is one of aviation’s most underrated specifications. Here’s the engineering behind why the best private jets measure around 48 to 52 dB at cruise, and why every decibel you don’t hear directly affects how you perform after landing.
Rolls-Royce completes certification testing for the Pearl 10X engine, keeping Dassault’s Falcon 10X on track for 2027 launch. The ultra-long-range flagship will challenge the Global 7500 and G700 with class-leading cabin height and advanced efficiency.
Drake’s renovated Boeing 767, Air Drake, sets a new benchmark for celebrity aviation with its Castle in the Sky redesign. The $185 million transformation features multiple bedrooms, a movie theater, and a dedicated gaming table, signaling the industry’s shift toward flying mansions.
Vista Global’s order for 160 Challenger 3500s represents more than fleet expansion. For VistaJet and XO members, it means guaranteed access to newer, standardized aircraft across a global network that covers 96% of the world’s countries.
Why your private jet crew might need to swap mid-trip, and what pilot duty limits mean for your charter. Understanding the regulations that keep Part 135 operations safe without disrupting your travel plans.
Bombardier’s Global 8000 receives EASA certification, opening European operations for the world’s fastest business jet. The Mach 0.95 aircraft brings new competition to Gulfstream’s ultra-long-range dominance with superior speed and impressive runway performance.
Elon Musk operates three Gulfstream jets with a fourth on the way. This is not excess. It is operational necessity. Here’s why tech billionaires build personal air forces to manage global empires.
JSX launches a 50-minute semi-private flight from Santa Monica to Coachella for $606 each way, cutting the desert drive to under an hour. It’s the latest sign that event-based aviation is becoming a legitimate business model.
Airport slot coordination dictates when private jets can land and take off at the world’s busiest airports. Understanding historical precedence, use-it-or-lose-it rules, and environmental quotas helps explain why you can’t always fly when you want.
The Bombardier Challenger 3500, Embraer Praetor 600, Gulfstream G280, and Cessna Citation Longitude represent the best super-midsize jets available in 2026. We compare range, cabin comfort, and operating costs to help buyers choose the right aircraft.
