Private JetValuations
Data-driven fair market values for Gulfstream, Bombardier, Dassault, and every major business jet platform. Track pre-owned pricing, depreciation curves, and understand what an aircraft is actually worth.
The Business Aviation Market
The global pre-owned business jet market exceeds $30 billion in annual transaction value, with more than 4,500 aircraft changing hands every year. From ultra-long-range flagships like the Gulfstream G650ER to versatile super-midsize platforms like the Cessna Citation Longitude, the market spans an enormous range of mission profiles, price points, and depreciation curves — making independent valuation data essential for buyers, sellers, and operators alike.
Charter and fractional demand has surged 40% since 2020, reshaping the pre-owned market in fundamental ways. Programs like NetJets, Flexjet, and VistaJet are continuously sourcing airframes to meet fleet requirements, creating a demand floor that has compressed inventory to historic lows. The average time-on-market for a clean, well-maintained large-cabin jet has fallen from 12 months to under 6 months, and flagship models like the G650 often sell within weeks of listing.
Depreciation in business aviation is highly model-specific. While the average jet loses 8–10% of value in its first five years, certain platforms defy this trend entirely. The Gulfstream G650 has retained over 80% of its value after half a decade — a remarkable outlier in a depreciating asset class. Meanwhile, the Bombardier Global 7500, the longest-range business jet ever built, is establishing similarly strong residual value performance. Understanding which models hold value and why is exactly the kind of intelligence LuxMetrix will deliver.
What We'll Track
Initial coverage will span the most actively traded business jet platforms — from very light jets to ultra-long-range flagships.
Gulfstream G650ER
2014–2024, Ultra-Long-Range Large-Cabin
$35,000,000 – $65,000,000
Estimated market range
Bombardier Global 7500
2020–2024, Longest-Range Business Jet
$55,000,000 – $75,000,000
Estimated market range
Dassault Falcon 8X
2016–2024, Tri-Engine Long-Range
$30,000,000 – $48,000,000
Estimated market range
Cessna Citation Longitude
2019–2024, Super-Midsize
$24,000,000 – $28,000,000
Estimated market range
HondaJet Elite S
2021–2024, Very Light Jet
$5,500,000 – $6,500,000
Estimated market range
Pilatus PC-24
2018–2024, Super Versatile Jet
$9,000,000 – $11,000,000
Estimated market range
Why Private Jets as an Asset Class
Massive Pre-Owned Market
Over 4,500 business jet transactions close every year in a market worth more than $30 billion. The pre-owned segment is where the real pricing intelligence lives — new jet deliveries represent only a fraction of total annual activity, and used jets trade at significant discounts to new-build list prices.
Exceptional Value Retention on Flagships
The Gulfstream G650 has redefined residual value expectations for large-cabin jets, retaining 80%+ of its original value after five years — far exceeding the industry average of 60-65%. The Bombardier Global 7500 is following a similar trajectory, establishing a new tier of value-retaining ultra-long-range aircraft.
Charter Demand Driving Prices
Charter and fractional ownership demand has surged 40% since 2020, driven by post-pandemic travel preferences and expanding programs from NetJets, Flexjet, and VistaJet. This demand creates a floor under pre-owned prices, as charter operators continuously source airframes to meet fleet requirements.
Depreciation Is Predictable — If You Have Data
The average business jet depreciates 8-10% in its first five years, but the curve varies enormously by make, model, and configuration. Certain models (G650, Global 7500, Falcon 900LX) hold value remarkably well, while others lose 30%+ in the same period. Data-driven valuation separates winners from losers.
How We'll Value Private Jets
Aircraft valuation requires a fundamentally different approach than other luxury assets. A single airframe's value can swing by millions of dollars based on engine time, maintenance status, avionics configuration, and operator history. Our valuation engine will account for every variable that moves the needle.
Broker Listings & Transactions
Asking prices and completed sales from Controller, AvBuyer, GlobalAir, and direct broker networks — the primary marketplace for pre-owned business jets, covering thousands of active listings and hundreds of monthly transactions across all categories.
Fleet Analytics
Utilization data, maintenance event tracking, and fleet composition analysis from operators and management companies — providing insight into demand patterns, total cost of ownership, and the operational factors that drive residual value.
OEM & Aftermarket Data
New-build list prices, production volumes, order backlog data, and aftermarket upgrade valuations (avionics, engine programs, interior refurbishments) — essential for establishing depreciation benchmarks and understanding how modifications affect resale.
After normalizing for total airframe hours, engine cycles, time remaining on engine programs, avionics suite, interior condition and age, maintenance status (upcoming events can cost $1–5 million), and regional demand patterns, we compute a weighted fair market value for each aircraft. Separate retail, wholesale, and charter-operator valuations provide a complete market picture.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a private jet cost?
Private jet prices range from approximately $3 million for entry-level very light jets (like the HondaJet or Cirrus Vision Jet) to over $75 million for flagship ultra-long-range aircraft (like the Bombardier Global 7500 or Gulfstream G800). Pre-owned jets trade at significant discounts — a 5-year-old Gulfstream G650 can be acquired for $35-45 million versus a new-build price of $65+ million. LuxMetrix will track fair market values across all major categories when business aviation coverage launches in Q4 2026.
Is a Gulfstream G650 a good investment?
The Gulfstream G650 and G650ER have demonstrated exceptional value retention by business aviation standards, with 5-year-old examples retaining 80%+ of their original value — compared to an industry average of 60-65% for large-cabin jets. This resilience is driven by strong charter demand, limited new-build slots, and the G650's reputation as the gold standard in large-cabin aviation. However, aircraft are depreciating assets by nature, and 'investment' in this context means minimizing depreciation rather than expecting appreciation.
How much does it cost to charter a private jet?
Charter costs vary significantly by aircraft category and route. Light jets (Phenom 300, CJ4) typically cost $3,000-$5,000 per flight hour. Midsize jets (Citation Latitude, Praetor 500) run $4,500-$7,000 per hour. Large-cabin jets (G650, Global 7500) command $8,000-$15,000+ per hour. Annual charter spending for frequent flyers typically ranges from $200,000 to $2 million+, which is why ownership or fractional programs become cost-effective at 200+ flight hours per year.
What factors affect private jet resale value?
The primary factors driving pre-owned jet valuations are total airframe hours, cycles (number of takeoffs and landings), engine program enrollment (enrolled engines command premiums of $500,000-$2 million), avionics suite (G5000/G3000 upgrades significantly impact value), interior condition, maintenance history, and whether the aircraft has been on a Part 135 (charter) certificate. Paint and interior age are also significant — a recent refurbishment can add 5-10% to resale value. LuxMetrix will normalize for all of these variables in our valuation model.
How does LuxMetrix value private jets?
LuxMetrix will aggregate pricing data from broker listings (Controller, AvBuyer, GlobalAir), completed transactions reported by dealers and brokers, fleet analytics from operators, and OEM list price data. We normalize for airframe hours, engine time, maintenance status, avionics configuration, interior condition, and regional demand to produce a weighted fair market value. Our model will distinguish between retail (dealer asking), wholesale (trade-in), and charter-operator valuations for each aircraft.
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