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This is Max Verstappen's new private plane
- Kimberley Hoefnagel
Max Verstappen will travel around the world in style next season in his new Falcon 8X. The new jet is a major upgrade from the Falcon 900EX, which he has been flying around in for the past five years. In fact, the new plane can cover a considerably longer distance without refuelling than its predecessor.
Verstappen's new plane is a 2022 Falcon 8X, reports VerstappenJet on X. This account closely follows the flight movements of the four-time world champion. Clad in the same livery as its predecessor, this jet can cover a whopping 11,945 kilometres before needing refuelling. This allows the Dutchman to fly from Europe to Asia or from Europe to South America without a pit stop. This will save a lot of time, especially during the Formula 1 season, as this new jet will allow him to get through in one go.
Verstappen bought his first private jet in 2020, and has used it frequently since then. The private jet allows the Dutchman to travel to Grands Prix in comfort, without having to worry about any inconvenients. The four-time world champion is also known to regularly give lifts to other Formula 1 drivers, such as Lando Norris, for example.
Verstappen's previous private plane was a Falcon 900EX, which he took over from billionaire Richard Branson for around €12 million at the time. The Falcon 900EX can cover about 7400 kilometres before it needs refuelling.
Max Verstappen's new private plane
A new jet (2022)
— Max Verstappen’s Jet (@VerstappenJet) February 6, 2025
A new registration.
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This article was written in collaboration with Norberto Mujica.
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