Being one of the greatest basketball players of all time comes with its perks, and Michael Jordan continues to showcase the lavish lifestyle his legendary career has afforded him. Jordan has recently added another impressive asset to his collection: a custom-designed Gulfstream G650ER private jet, a symbol of his extraordinary wealth and status.
Jordan’s net worth is currently estimated at $3.5 billion, according to Forbes, largely thanks to his lucrative partnership with Nike. That iconic deal, struck at the start of his NBA career, has far outweighed the $90 million he earned in contract money as a player.
Even though it’s been more than two decades since Jordan played his final game in 2003, he has continued to grow his empire through a wide range of business ventures and investments.
His Airness has diversified his portfolio over the years, acquiring a minority stake in the Charlotte Hornets (a stake he recently sold, reportedly at a significant profit), co-owning a NASCAR team, creating a super-exclusive golf course in Florida, and launching his own tequila brand, Cincoro Tequila.
These ventures, alongside his iconic Jordan Brand with Nike, have kept him firmly in the realm of billionaires, long after his days on the court.
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Jordan has not been shy about using his wealth to acquire extravagant toys, from an $8 million, 84-foot yacht he regularly uses for competitive fishing to the $61.5 million Gulfstream 550 private jet he’s been known to use for jet-setting around the globe.
But even that wasn’t enough for the six-time NBA champion, as he’s now upgraded to the top-tier Gulfstream G650ER, valued at a staggering $70 million.
Earlier this week, a pilot and aviation expert from Palm Beach, Florida—just a short distance from Jordan’s primary residence in Jupiter—posted a video showcasing Jordan’s latest addition. The Gulfstream G650ER is one of the most luxurious private jets on the market, offering a blend of speed, range, and comfort that few other planes can match.
Jordan’s jet has a special personal touch: the registration number “N236MJ” is a tribute to his career, referencing his jersey numbers (23 and 6) and the six NBA championships he won with the Chicago Bulls.
The custom paint job further adds to the jet’s uniqueness, featuring Jordan’s signature Jumpman logo on the tail and the iconic elephant print design that first debuted on the Air Jordan 3 sneakers. This custom detailing alone is estimated to have cost Jordan around $500,000, according to sports business expert Joe Pompliano.
Jordan’s extravagant lifestyle is a testament to the incredible fortune he’s amassed both on and off the basketball court. While $70 million for a jet may seem excessive to most, it’s just another symbol of the unparalleled success Jordan continues to enjoy.
From the Air Jordan sneakers to his lavish Gulfstream G650ER, everything Jordan touches is designed to reflect his lasting legacy in both sports and business.
For someone who has dominated the basketball world and beyond, owning one of the most advanced and stylish private jets in the world seems like just another way to cement his status as an all-time great.
