Newly leaked documents reveal Tesla CEO
Elon Musk
‘s multimillion-dollar private-jet preferences — and they’re making headlines for all the wrong reasons.
A report from
Aviation A2Z
detailed Musk’s $100 million private aircraft collection, including his latest addition, the ultra-luxurious
Gulfstream G700
. The documents expose the billionaire’s travel preferences and provide a striking glimpse into his unsustainable lifestyle.
The recent cyberattack, originally
reported
by Bloomberg, on a Gulfstream-affiliated server exposed detailed records such as Musk’s favored flight routes, aircraft tail numbers, and other sensitive information related to his air travel.
The documents pertain to Musk’s travel out of various locations, notably through
Tesla
and
SpaceX
operations in Texas and California.
According to Aviation A2Z, “Mr. Musk considers himself self-sufficient.” It further stated that Musk requested “direct, rapid routes” and “does not enjoy unexpected WiFi outages.”
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The breach has targeted the data connection to
Gulfstream Aerospace
, which manufactures private jets. The leaked documents circulated in aviation circles and were eventually made public.
This story has made waves because it highlights a disconnect between Musk’s image as a climate-focused innovator and his massive contribution to the amount of planet-warming pollution in the air. While Tesla promotes a cleaner future for the environment, Musk’s private jets reportedly spewed out over
11 million pounds
The amount of carbon dioxide emitted last year.
Private aviation
is one of the most polluting modes of transportation. A single hour of private flight produces over 2 tons of CO2 pollution. In contrast, a commercial passenger is responsible for only
about 10% of that
Over the same distance. Musk isn’t the only one—individuals in the wealthiest 1% globally contribute over twice as much pollution compared to the least wealthy 50%.
according to Oxfam
.
This type of elite overconsumption conveys a disheartening message to typical consumers: The duty to contribute to environmental care is demanded solely from ordinary individuals. Nonetheless, it offers a chance to advocate for policy reform.
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Private aviation taxes, bans on short-haul flights with alternative transit options, and the broader adoption of
sustainable aviation
fuels could help alleviate the environmental impact.
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Leaked documents reveal how Elon Musk uses his $100 million private jet collection: ‘Does not enjoy unexpected WiFi outages’
first appeared on
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