The future of private jets: from emerging technologies and trends, the sky’s the limit
- Most billionaires love private jets
- Celebrities often get criticized for traveling in one for short distances
- The future of such jets lies in making them more sustainable and advanced
Published on Apr 22, 2024 at 3:52 PM (UTC+4)
by Siddharth Dudeja
Last updated on Apr 22, 2024 at 3:52 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Tom Wood
Private jets aren’t new, and those who can afford them always prefer private jet travel when they can.
Despite several controversies regarding the impact of private jets on the environment, the industry isn’t going anywhere.
The future of private jets lies in adapting the technology to be better towards the environment while performing stronger than ever.
Traveling in a private plane is undoubtedly a luxurious experience.
After all, the industry exists to cater to people’s convenience.
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Private jet travel adapting to become sustainable
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You might have seen people on the internet reacting to how celebrities use private jets.
Well, that’s mostly because of the carbon issues a single flight in a jet makes.
Aviation companies worldwide are changing the way private jets work to reduce their carbon footprint.
Celebrities like Taylor Swift have a certain hype around them for traveling in a private jet.
As a matter of fact, her private jet seems to be more popular than she is with some people.
To address this emission problem, charter companies like Victor have developed a solution.
It’s a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) program, which would theoretically significantly reduce jet emissions.
More people than ever now choosing private jets
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Traveling in a car is now a story of the past.
More and more people, especially those who can afford it — choose to travel in their own jet.
Why, you ask?
It’s all about convenience.
For instance, traveling in a jet means you do not have to stand in a line at the airport or risk being spotted by fans.
That’s a huge plus for celebrities like Cristiano Ronaldo.
If you’re so recognizable that it makes your life harder, it makes sense to avoid facing the general public.
And if you’re a billionaire, for that matter.
This year’s Super Bowl set the record for having the most private planes parked at Las Vegas airports — 1,000 jets for an event.
Buying private jets is becoming easier
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If you have a lot of money, buying a private jet is now as seamless as buying a car.
There are a lot of options, and even for those who are on a budget.
While some still prefer to charter jets, having one all to yourself is a different game.
Imagine having a plane with bedrooms better than a 5-star hotel and traveling when you like.
From ‘affordable’ options that cost less than $10 million, to the most expensive private jets, there’s one for everyone in the market.
If a workaround for the environmental problem comes along, we could have more billionaires than ever buying a lot of these private planes.
The aviation industry is becoming more advanced by the day
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Technology is what will ultimately shape the future of air travel in the foreseeable future.
We already have aviation companies working on a new generation of planes with new tech that makes present-day planes look like a joke.
For instance, NASA and Boeing are working on a green X-plane with a modern design that would help reduce flight emissions.
This comes under the effort to help the US achieve net-zero emissions for aviation by 2050.
Several other countries have also joined the United States to bring their emissions as low as they can.
And then, there are blended-wing planes — which not only look like they’re from a sci-fi movie but are also helping the environment.
Moreover, major players worldwide are exploring fuel alternatives that could make planes faster and more efficient.
Take this supersonic nuclear-powered plane in the works, for example — it would complete a London to New York flight in 80 minutes.
But what does all this mean anything for private jets?
The aviation industry is interestingly self-reliant.
If a new technology emerges, all sorts of planes, including private jets, will incorporate it.
From what we can see from here, private jets have an interesting future ahead, because the industry isn’t going to stop innovating anytime soon.
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Siddharth Dudeja
Siddharth is a tech nerd with a secret love of all things cars. He has been writing for a few years now, and on his free time you would find him gaming when he's not procrastinating.