1. Airbus A380 – $500 million
The Airbus A380 is the world’s largest passenger airliner, capable of carrying up to 853 passengers in a typical three-class configuration. It is powered by four Rolls-Royce Trent 900 engines and has a range of 8,500 nautical miles.
The cost of a new Airbus A380 is approximately $500 million. This price includes the cost of the airframe, engines, avionics, interior, and other associated systems. Additionally, the cost of the aircraft will vary depending on the configuration chosen by the customer.
For example, an airline may choose to install first-class seating, in-flight entertainment systems, and other custom features. These added options will increase the overall cost of the aircraft.
2. Airbus A340-300 – $200 million
The Airbus A340-300 is a wide-body, four-engine commercial airliner developed by Airbus and introduced in 1993. It has a range of up to 10,400 nautical miles and can accommodate up to 375 passengers in a three-class configuration.
It is powered by four turbofan engines from Rolls-Royce or Pratt & Whitney and has a maximum takeoff weight of up to 381,100 lb.
The list price of a new Airbus A340-300 is approximately $200 million USD, depending on the configuration.
3. Boeing 747-8 – $186 million
The Boeing 747-8 is the latest iteration of the Boeing 747 series and is the largest and longest passenger airliner in the world. It is also the first major modification of the classic 747 design in over 35 years.
The 747-8 has a maximum range of 8,000 nautical miles and can carry up to 467 passengers in a three-class configuration. Its list price is approximately $186 million, depending on the individual customer’s specifications.
4. Boeing Business Jet BBJ – $80 million
The Boeing Business Jet (BBJ) is a private jet based on the Boeing 737 commercial airliner. It is the most expensive of the Boeing private jets, with a list price of approximately $80 million.
It has the same engines, avionics, and cabin systems as the 737, but with a much larger interior cabin space, allowing for more luxurious accommodations. It can accommodate up to 40 passengers in a comfortable and luxurious setting, with features such as a full-size galley and a lavatory with a shower.
It also offers a range of up to 5,500 nautical miles, allowing it to fly across continents with ease.
5. Gulfstream G650ER – $70 million
The Gulfstream G650ER is a business jet developed by Gulfstream Aerospace. It is a variant of the G650 and has an extended range of 7,500 nautical miles, allowing it to fly nonstop from London to Los Angeles or Dubai to New York.
The G650ER is powered by two Rolls-Royce BR725 engines, each producing 16,100 pounds of thrust. The aircraft has a maximum cruise speed of Mach 0.925 and a maximum operating altitude of 51,000 feet.
It can accommodate up to 19 passengers in its large, luxurious cabin, which includes a full galley and lavatory, as well as a variety of amenities such as satellite phones, high-speed internet, and HDTV. The G650ER has a price tag of around $70 million, depending on the customer’s customization options.
6. Bombardier Global 8000 – $65 million
The Bombardier Global 8000 is a long-range business jet developed by Bombardier Aerospace. The aircraft has a price tag of around $65 million and is the largest aircraft in the Global family of business jets.
It has a range of 8,000 nautical miles (14,815 kilometers), making it capable of non-stop flights from Los Angeles to Tokyo or Los Angeles to Dubai. It is powered by two General Electric Passport engines and can accommodate up to 19 passengers.
The aircraft features a cabin that is 8.2 feet tall, 8.2 feet wide, and 50.1 feet long, with a total interior volume of 1,790 cubic feet. It also features a fully-equipped galley and lavatory, a cabin management system, high-speed internet access, and an optional in-flight entertainment system.
7. Gulfstream G550 – $60 million
The Gulfstream G550 is a business jet that costs approximately $60 million. It is a long-range, ultra-high-performance aircraft designed for business and government clients who value speed and efficiency.
It has a maximum range of 6,750 nautical miles, a maximum speed of Mach 0.885, and a cruise speed of Mach 0.85. It is powered by two Rolls-Royce BR710-48 turbofan engines and can accommodate up to 19 passengers, depending on the cabin configuration.
The G550 also features an advanced avionics suite, an increased wingspan, and an improved cabin environment.
8. Gulfstream G500 – $54 million
The Gulfstream G500 is a twin-engine business jet manufactured by Gulfstream Aerospace. It is capable of carrying up to 19 passengers and has a maximum range of 5,200 nautical miles.
The G500 is equipped with a variety of features, including advanced avionics, enhanced comfort, and state-of-the-art safety systems. The G500 is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW800 engines, each capable of producing 20,000 lbs of thrust.
It has a maximum cruise speed of Mach 0.85 and a maximum altitude of 51,000 feet. The Gulfstream G500 has a list price of $54 million.
9. Bombardier Global 7000 – $50 million
The Bombardier Global 7000 is a long-range business jet designed to fly up to 7,400 nautical miles at Mach 0.85. It has a range of up to 11,000 nautical miles when flying at Mach 0.80.
The aircraft has a maximum cruise speed of Mach 0.90 and a maximum altitude of 51,000 feet. It has a cabin length of 46.4 feet, a cabin height of 6.2 feet, and a cabin width of 8.2 feet. It can accommodate up to 19 passengers.
The Global 7000 is powered by two Rolls-Royce Pearl engines and has a maximum take-off weight of 97,000 pounds.
The aircraft features a variety of advanced systems, such as a fly-by-wire control system, advanced avionics, and a performance-enhancing wing design.
The estimated price of the Bombardier Global 7000 is around $50 million.
10. Bombardier Global 6000 – $46 million
The Bombardier Global 6000 is a long-range business jet manufactured by Bombardier Aerospace. It is the largest model in the Global family and was introduced in 2012.
It is capable of a maximum range of 6,000 nautical miles, allowing for nonstop flights from New York to Hong Kong, for example. The Global 6000 features a high-speed cruise capability of Mach 0.89, a maximum cruise altitude of 51,000 feet, and a spacious cabin with up to four distinct living areas.
It also features a state-of-the-art Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion avionics suite and a Honeywell Ovation Select cabin management system.
The Global 6000 is priced at approximately $46 million.
