Take a tour of the private jet that a billionaire CEO flies around the world
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Meet the Bombardier Global 6000
With a 6,000 nautical-mile range and the ability to fly at Mach 0.89, the jet is a dynamic option for VIPs and executives.
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This particular jet, registration 9H-VTD, belongs to VistaJet, a global private air charter company.
It's a fairly young plane, delivered to the company in March 2016.
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The Global 6000 is the third generation of Bombardier's Global Express line of business jets.
The two Rolls-Royce BR710A2-20 turbofan engines offer a powerful 14,750 pounds of thrust ...
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... While its advanced flexible wing and high wing loading offer a smooth, comfortable ride.
This particular jet is exclusively used by VistaJet's CEO and founder, Thomas Flohr.
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As soon as you step on board, you'll see a large galley area, typically staffed by a flight attendant. Just past that ...
... Is the main passenger cabin.
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The jet can carry up to 17 passengers, but the cabin is modular and can easily be reconfigured between flights based on the customer's needs.
Whether you'd like a single dining table or desk ...
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... Or a setup for dinner for two...
... The jet can be reconfigured in a number of different ways.
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You can even have a conference table on board.
The main cabin is spacious and impressive ...
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... but then there's the "second cabin."
Typically used as a stateroom, the aft (rear) part of the passenger compartment can also be used as a secondary, smaller cabin ...
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... Or a bedroom. Flohr typically uses this configuration to be able to catch some sleep on overnight flights.
The cabin on the 6000 is impressive overall ...
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... Who wouldn't want a luxurious setup like this on their next flight?
The Global 6000 has a number of features to help passengers stay comfortable.
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Seats are ergonomically designed, and feature smart touches like higher armrests and what Bombardier describes as an "impeccably shaped backrest."
The plane has plenty of high-tech touches, including easy-to-access entertainment and lighting controls.
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And iPod Touch remotes stored discreetly throughout the cabin offering complete control over things like lighting, temperature, volume, programming in-flight monitors, flight information, and more.
The flight deck is similarly high-tech, with advanced avionics displays and controls ...
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... And design-oriented touches, like double-stitched leather and brushed metallic accents on the controls.
There's also a crew-rest compartment near the galley, letting pilots take turns resting during long-haul flights. The plane is luxurious and advanced from front to back ...
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... Even in the lavatory.
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