On Saturday, unintended chaos erupted at the Yuva Bharati Krirangan surrounding football legend Lionel Messi's G.O.A.T Tour. However, before that, at 2:26 AM on Saturday, thousands of Messi devotees welcomed the prince of football. The star who had been on TV screens all this time was suddenly right before their eyes. Alongside the enchantment of seeing him, the football lovers of Kolkata were also captivated by his aircraft in the winter dawn, which is now at the centre of discussion in the online world.
Messi lands in Kolkata aboard his 'Flying Palace'
It goes without saying that a superstar like Lionel Messi would not travel on an ordinary aircraft. He flew to Kolkata in an extremely luxurious 'Gulfstream V' private jet, a marvel of technology.
Messi's private jet is a marvel of technology
Long-range capability
According to Aircharterserviceusa.com, the 'Gulfstream V' has a range of approximately 6,500 nautical miles. That means this jet can fly continuously from New York to Tokyo or London to Singapore without stopping.
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Speed and flight Altitude
This jet aircraft can fly at an altitude of 51,000 feet. Therefore, just as the aircraft has no difficulty flying in bad weather, it can also easily avoid air traffic congestion. And the speed? More than 550 miles per hour!
Royal interior
The cabin length of this aircraft is approximately 96.42 feet. Along with that, it is much more spacious compared to any ordinary aircraft. As a result, passengers can travel extremely comfortably with their arms and legs stretched out. A total of 18 passengers can travel in this aircraft.
The interior decoration would put any royal palace to shame. Cushioned chairs, sleeping arrangements, TV, gaming console, everything is available. And on the stairs of this private jet, the names of Messi, his wife and children are engraved.
Hefty price tag
According to market rates, the price of a used Gulfstream V alone is approximately $9 million to $14 million. And if it's a new model, then its price exceeds $40 million. In Indian currency, that equals several hundred crores of rupees! Not only that, maintenance, fuel, and crew salaries cost approximately $2 to $4 million annually.
