With enormous amounts of money, the presidents of some countries have acquired authentic aeronautical jewels that have nothing to envy to the most emblematic monuments on the planet. Equipped with the latest in technology and aviation, they have heart-stopping spas and dining rooms, accompanied by a superb design worthy of a sovereign.
Being governor is hard work, but it’s worth it if the reward is one of the twenty most expensive presidential planes in existence.
20. Falcon 900 Ex Easy, Ghana
Although Ghana is not a region that is talked about much, it did get hold of the private jet that the government bought about five years ago. With a value of 37 million dollars, it triggered an endless stream of criticism that ensured that it was too luxurious for its president.
It was one of only two trijets in the Falcon series of aircraft, along with its brother Falcon 7X. Both were built for long-range travel, thus having enough fuel power to travel 8,340 kilometers without refueling. By wearing a TFE731-60 engine it is capable of reaching speeds of 950 km/h.
19. Ilyushin IL-96-300, Russia
No less than four Aviadvigatel PS-90 twin-shaft turbofan engines are powered by Vladimir Putin’s masterpiece, hailing it as the first large-body aircraft in the Soviet Union.
Fifty million dollars was enough to provide the Russian president with a means of transportation with high-quality navigation systems and satellites to keep him safe along with the 262 possible companions who can be accommodated with him.
The Russian Ministry of Defense ordered a new variant in early 2015 to make it a superstar in air defense. In addition, it can travel up to 3,500 kilometers with a fuel capacity of 65 tons.
18. Airbus A319, Brazil
Dilma Rousseff’s favorite toy was recently presented at the Dubai Air Show where, obviously, she could not help but succeed in style. And it is that this copy of more than 81 million dollars is endowed with all kinds of ostentatious details to offer the most unforgettable flights.
Its 160 passengers can enjoy a comfortable tour with cozy seats and perfect lighting for relaxation. As a bonus, the Airbus A319 reduces emissions and is fuel efficient with a possible maximum distance of 6,035.04 kilometers.
17. Boeing 737, Taiwan
An aircraft that includes winglets for a more advanced flight experience, along with special landing devices to alleviate the accident, raises its price considerably. A problem that was not a setback for Ma Ying-Jeou, who spent 90 million dollars on this beauty.
Thanks to the new generation of the 737, the elite can fly faster, higher and consuming 22% less fuel. As for the interiors, they are decked out with a refined design that shines with LED lighting.
16. Airbus A319CJ, Italy
On this occasion we are talking about the dream of any pilot. A huge cargo plane with first class machinery and with the possibility of choosing between two large engines: the V2000 or the CFM56s.
Giorgio Napolitano sought your safety at all costs, which is why his Airbus is equipped with six screens, sidestick and fly-by-wire flight controllers. His ‘small’ plane costs 90 million dollars, weighs 3.8 tons and takes up to six months to prepare for a trip.
15. Airbus A340-200, Egypt
Going to the three figures, the Airbus A340-200 of the Egyptian boss is presented, with a total of 166 million dollars. But it is not only the price that impresses, but also the four turbofan engines with which it is equipped to be able to travel up to 14,484 kilometers.
Despite the fact that its base value is 87 million, its final value increases considerably in this case. It is what it has to include LCD screens, glass cabins and all kinds of entertainment and luxuries on board. As a curiosity, it is the plane chosen by the elite of some of the most reputable airlines in the world such as Iberia, Lufthansa, South African and Swiss International.
14. Doomsday Plane, United States
After recovering from a great recession, immigration, unemployment policy and healthcare, it seems quite logical that Barack Obama dubbed his luxurious model ‘Doomsday’.
Although the details of this device are a secret, it is known that its price reaches 220 million dollars and that it is actually a 747. It is also protected with shellproof radiation and equipped with 67 satellite and satellite dishes. All this proof of possible nuclear explosions or other terrorist attacks.
Of course, nothing to do with the mythical Air Force One.
13. Airbus A330-200, France
François Hollande owns an Airbus capable of long and short-range travel, a smart choice for the Frenchman. “Cost-effective and flexible,” this $240 million machine seats 247 passengers, an ideal transport for long meetings among the world’s leaders.
As a presidential distinction, it is equipped with some upgrades such as plush seats, comfortable crew berths and LED lights. Regarding the mechanism, it has a twin engine: wide fuselage with a cross section of 222 inches.
12. Airbus A340-500, Tunisia
Completely satisfied with his A340-500, the former Tunisian president Zine El Abidine Ben Ali hardly used his luxurious copy of 238 million dollars, which, in addition, the Tunisian government ended up selling after leaving office.
Money that was more than enough to turn it into a work of art in the sky with up to four engines and capacity for 250 passengers. Its high performance allowed all crew members to enjoy the maximum altitude without worry, since it reached a cruising altitude of 12,633.96 meters and a maximum range of 16,019.8 kilometers.
11. Airbus A340-313, Germany
Black, red and gold melt into white in a true $238 million German beauty. Also known as the Konrad Adenauer -after the famous German statesman-, it witnessed good deeds as it was used to help evacuate Libyan citizens in distress during 2011.
Power and precision are the main characteristics of this cruiser that can fly a maximum of 15,556.8 kilometers without stopping. It has capacity for 143 passengers who can enjoy rooms, a VIP cabin and first-class service.
10. Boeing 777-300ER, Bangladesh
Bangladesh isn’t known for its pompous lifestyle, but this Boeing breaks the norm by taking the lead with $260 million. A top-notch twin jet that joined Biman Bangladesh Airlines’ elite fleet in 2011.
Its seats host large business and economic classes, where important long-term meetings are held; with less weight and less pollution, since it emits 22% less carbon dioxide than its predecessors.
It has been solidified as one of the best high-performance commercial aircraft with the possibility of flying non-stop to various European destinations. All this thanks to its twin General Electric motor.
9. Airbus A340-600, Jordan
Almost 76 meters of plane are those that transported the Jordanian leader from here to there with a value of 275 million dollars.
An advantage of this aircraft is its equipment. It has the most modern technology and offers significant fuel savings. It is one of the safest in its class and has a maximum range of 14,630.80 kilometers with four excellent light engines: Rolls-Royce Trent 500.
8. Boeing 747-400, Japan
The simple and natural characteristic of the Japanese tradition was left aside when building the Boeing 747-400 of 300 million dollars.
It was part of the Japan Airlines JAL Aircraft Collection, standing out for its 916 km/h and a total range of 12,300 kilometers. But not only because of this, but also because of wonderful aerodynamics with integrated winglets, four impressive engines, automatic systemization and a fully equipped cockpit for two pilots.
7. Boeing 747SP, Yemen
Such a specimen was unfortunate enough to be badly damaged in the summer of 2015, causing Abd Rabbuh Mansur Hadi to fly on a different plane. It all happened at Aden International Airport, when, hors de combat, he was caught in a firestorm leaving behind this $300 million Boeing 747SP in scrap.
The news came as no surprise to the public, which has been suffering from civil outrage and conflict in the region for years.
With only thirteen of the original 45 models remaining, precautions must be taken to protect these aircraft…
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