With its grand design and luxurious interior, the Boeing 747-8i, valued at $400 million, is considered a status symbol reserved for governments and a select few of the world’s elite.
Boeing Business Jet 747-8i, a model designed for high-profile individuals, is currently the largest active private jet in the world.
A Boeing 747-8i, the largest private jet in the world. (Image: Getty Images)
Not only does it boast an impressive exterior, but the interior of the Boeing 747-8i is also lavishly appointed with all the necessary amenities, including a living room, bedrooms, dining area, and a grand foyer… Consequently, it comes with a price tag in the hundreds of millions of dollars and is often referred to as a “mansion in the sky.”
The aircraft’s interior was designed by the renowned French interior design firm Cabinet Alberto Pinto and was purchased by a Middle Eastern entrepreneur for private use. This model has seen success in the Middle East, with Qatar, Kuwait, Turkey, and the UAE all utilizing the 747-8i to cater to heads of state.
In an interview with Altitudes Magazine, designer Yves Pickardt stated that his vision was to create a “light modern” style for the aircraft. Owners typically prefer something that is not overly extravagant, adorned with gold or diamonds, but rather a simple vehicle that still exudes luxury.
Luxurious interior of the Boeing 747-8i. (Image: Cabinet Alberto Pinto).
The entire process, from design to execution, took four years, and this aircraft is currently being maintained at AMAC Aerospace in Basel, Switzerland. Designer Pickardt noted that the project was completed on time and within budget.
The Boeing 747-8i is considered a “palace” in the sky, accessible only to heads of state or the ultra-rich. (Image: Cabinet Alberto Pinto).
With a range of over 14,000 km, the Boeing Business Jet 747-8i can easily cover long distances.
