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Private flightBill GatesHe arrived in Da Nang on the morning of March 4th and stayed at a 5-star resort in Son Tra district. The Microsoft founder was accompanied by his girlfriend, Paula Hurd, primarily to enjoy the scenery and relax after attending the wedding of the son of Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani.
This is Bill Gates' second visit to Vietnam in 18 years. His first visit was in 2006 to attend an information technology conference in Hanoi. This time, the billionaire chose Da Nang and Hoi An as his travel destinations.
Billionaire Bill Gates' private jet is a Gulfstream G650ER worth $70 million.
The Gulfstream G650ER is one of at least six private jets owned by the renowned American billionaire Bill Gates, manufactured by the American company Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation. The jet has taken Bill Gates to many places around the world, with a maximum capacity of 18 passengers and leather seats that can recline into 10 beds.
Priced at $70 million, Bill Gates' Gulfstream G650ER has attracted considerable media attention. This luxurious aircraft, dubbed a "flying palace," boasts an opulent interior and high-end amenities, catering to the travel needs of the ultra-wealthy. It is also considered one of the most advanced and luxurious private jets in the world.
Gulfstream's G650ER private jet is one of the world's best-selling commercial aircraft, with waiting lists extending for several years.
The aircraft has a fuselage length of 30.4 meters, a height of 7.8 meters, and a wingspan of 28.65 meters. The fuselage is painted white with the blue Gulfstream logo. The aircraft has 16 large oval windows, said to be the largest in the aviation industry. The entire interior is upholstered in premium leather and precious wood.
The plane features a lounge area, galley, bathroom, bedroom, and entertainment area. Additionally, it's equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi, allowing Bill Gates to work and access the internet throughout the flight.
The Gulfstream G650ER can carry up to 18 passengers and up to 7 sleepers.
In addition, the aircraft is equipped with a Gulfstream air purification system. Every 2-3 minutes, this system filters and neutralizes allergens and viruses on board. Gulfstream Aerospace claims this system will provide 100% clean air for passengers.
The interior of this private jet is spacious and among the most luxurious in the world, featuring four customizable living spaces to suit the buyer's preferences.
The cockpit features an advanced fly-by-wire electronic control system, designed for maximum user-friendliness. Therefore, the G650ER has a semi-autopilot and computer-controlled flight control system. Authorized pilots can rely on the advanced flight vision system to land the aircraft in conditions of limited visibility. In particular, Gulfstream's Predictive Landing Performance System helps pilots avoid overshooting the runway, enhancing safety.
With its luxurious interior, high-end amenities, and state-of-the-art systems, the Gulfstream G650ER truly deserves to be called the "flying palace" of the ultra-rich.
The cockpit features an advanced fly-by-wire electronic control system, designed for maximum user-friendliness.
