Meet man, an Indian, who has bought Rs 650 Crore Gulfstream Business Jet, not Mukesh Ambani, Adani, Narayana Murthy

Mukesh Ambani has bought India’s most expensive private jet, a Boeing 737 MAX 9, of Rs 1,000 crore. After him now, Ravi Pillai, is an Indian billionaire and founder of the RP Group. Ravi Pillai made headlines after his purchase of a new private business jet, a Gulfstream G600. This ultra-luxurious jet arrived at Kochi Airport, where it was welcomed with a water salute.

The jet was then moved to a hangar, where a priest performed ceremonies. Pillai, was seen in a video shared by Manorama News, explained that his reasons for buying in the G600 was to save time, and avoid the lengthy airport procedures before commercial flights.

Ravi Pillai’s Private Jet

The Gulfstream G600 boasts has unique features, like it can fly at an altitude of 51,000 feet and up to a range of 12,223 km. It is customized with a fully equipped kitchen added to the jet’s cost.

Ravi Pillai has many other luxurious assets with him. He also owns an Airbus H145 helicopter, which he was the first to acquire in India. The helicopter’s first fly took place a few years ago from Kovalam to Raviz Ashtamudi which is a luxury resort owned by Pillai.

The Airbus H145 is a limited-edition model, with only 1,500 units produced worldwide. It is a four-blade helicopter that can carry two pilots and seven passengers. Powered by twin Safran HE Arriel 2C2 turboshaft engines, it delivers a highest speed of 246 km/h and can operate at an altitude of up to 20,000 feet.

Ravi Pillai’s Luxurious Cars

Ravi Pillai also has a collection of luxury cars.

Rolls-Royce Ghost: It was purchased in 2011 and part of the Ghost Series I which is a favorite in Pillai’s garage. At his residence in Kollam, Kerala, he uses this car for work-related travel.

Mercedes-Maybach S600: Pillai was the first person in South India to own this sedan. It has unique features, like massaging seats, ambient lighting, an integrated perfume system, and a panoramic sunroof. The S600 is powered by a 6.0-liter V12 engine producing 530 BHP and 800 Nm of torque.

Land Rover Range Rover Autobiography: This luxurious SUV made a grand appearance at his daughter’s wedding.

Mercedes-Maybach S500: As a wedding gift for his daughter, Pillai presented this sedan.

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