GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024

Statistics About The Most Expensive Airplane

The most expensive airplane ever built is the B-2 Spirit stealth bomber, costing approximately $2.1 billion per aircraft.

Last Updated: June 17, 2024

Written & Summarized by: Jannik Lindner

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In this post, we explore the staggering costs associated with some of the most expensive aircraft ever built. From military jets to private jets and commercial planes, the price tags attached to these flying machines are jaw-dropping. Let’s take a closer look at the eye-watering statistics behind the world’s most luxurious and high-priced airplanes.

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"Boeing's B-2 Spirit is the most expensive military aircraft ever built, with each unit costing approximately $2 billion."

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"The Boeing 747-8 VIP, the world's second-most expensive airplane model, costs around $367 million."

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"It takes about 3,000 flight hours to assemble a $355 million-dollar Airbus A350 XWB."

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"F-35 Lightning II, the 5th most expensive military aircraft, costs approximately $91.1 million per unit."

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"The Embraer Lineage 1000E, a private jet, is priced at $53 million, making it one of the most expensive aircraft."

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"The C-17 Globemaster III, built by Boeing, accompanies a price tag of $218 million."

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"Installing private suites in a Boeing 777-9 can increase the cost by millions, making it one of the most expensive airplanes."

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"Airbus' A340-300 is valued at $238 million, making it one of the most costly airplanes."

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"F-22 Raptor, designed by Lockheed Martin, is one of the most high-priced aircraft, costing an estimated $150 million."

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"The Bombardier Global 7500, a private jet, costs $73 million."

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"Boeing's 777-8 is priced at $410.2 million, making it one of the most expensive commercial planes."

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"The price of the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, a long-haul, mid-size widebody plane, begins at $292.5 million."

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"The privately owned Airbus A380 owned by Prince Alwaleed bin Talal al-Saud cost about $500 million."

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"The F/A-18 Hornet, a military fighter jet, costs approximately $94 million."

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"The cost of the VH-71 Kestrel, one of the most expensive helicopters, was $241 million per unit."

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"The Bombardier Global Express XRS, priced at $51.5 million, is one of the most expensive private jets."

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"The Dassault Falcon 7X, a large long-range private jet, costs about $52 million."

In conclusion, the aviation industry boasts a wide range of aircraft with exorbitant price tags, ranging from military fighter jets to luxurious private jets and commercial planes. The staggering costs associated with assembling these aircraft reflect the cutting-edge technology, sophisticated design, and exceptional capabilities they offer. Whether it is the multi-billion dollar B-2 Spirit or the lavishly furnished Boeing 777-9 with private suites, these aircraft represent the pinnacle of engineering excellence and luxury in the skies.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik is the Co-Founder of Gitnux and has been working in the digital space since 2016. He is specialized in content and tech.

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