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Take a look inside Elon Musk's $70 million private jet, which he says is the only exception to his disdain of luxuries like yachts and vacations

Marielle DescalsotaApr 22, 2022, 15:31 IST

Elon Musk and the Gulfstream G650ER.Patrick Pleul/picture alliance/Getty Images/Courtesy of Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Elon Musk bought a Gulfstream G650ER in March 2016.
While Musk says he doesn't own a home or a yacht, he has said that he finds having his own plane convenient.

Gulfstream's flagship plane, the G650ER, is a favorite among many wealthy individuals, including Elon Musk, the richest man in the world.

Gulfstream G650ER cruising the sky.Courtesy of Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Prices for the jet start from $66.5 million. Operating costs are typically in the millions.

Front exterior of the G650ER aircraft by Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation.Power Sport Images/Getty Images

The 19-seater jet is replete with a galley, where food and drinks can be prepared.

The galley on board the Gulfstream G650ER.Courtesy of Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

The jet has four living areas. The main cabin comprises of 10 seats and a sofa.

The living room inside the Gulfstream G650ER.Courtesy of Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Fold-up tables are stowed at the side of the plane and can be combined to form a dining table.

The dining space on board the Gulfstream G650ER.Courtesy of Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

The jet has two bathrooms: The galley and the VIP cabin have one each.

Part of the bathroom in the Gulfstream G650ER's VIP cabin.Courtesy of Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

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