Deal: Gulfstream GV Private Jet at a Significant Discount, Charter-Deployed and Cash-Flow Positive with 100% Bonus Depreciation

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December 13, 2025

by a searcher from Massachusetts Institute of Technology - MIT Sloan School of Management in Florida, USA

We are acquiring a large-cabin private jet at a significant discount to replacement value, already enrolled in all major maintenance programs (Rolls-Royce CorporateCare, JSSI APU, and Honeywell avionics coverage) and fully compliant with current inspection cycles. Through an existing partnership with a leading U.S. charter operator that manages a fleet of comparable Gulfstream aircraft, the jet will be integrated into revenue service immediately upon closing. At an acquisition price roughly 30% below comparable aircraft, this transaction creates built-in equity from day one. The pro forma projects $9.7M in annual charter revenue, $925K in net operating profit after debt service, and a 31–34% IRR over a five-year hold. In addition, investors benefit from first-year 100% bonus depreciation, producing an estimated $3.7M in tax savings that more than offsets the initial equity investment. Investor Highlights - Year One Economics *Purchase Price: $9.25M *Financing: 70% loan ($6.475M) at ~7% interest, 15-year amortization *Equity Requirement: $2.775M (30% down) *Aircraft will generate charter revenue immediately via integration into an existing Gulfstream fleet operated by a trusted U.S. charter partner Cash Outlay & Financing *Total investor equity: $2.775M *Annual debt service: ~$699K (≈ $58K/month) *No additional capital contributions expected post-closing *Strong recurring cash flow and residual value upside *Projected IRR: 31–34% over 5 years Year-One Tax Benefits *100% Bonus Depreciation (subject to >50% qualified business use) *Deductible basis: full purchase price ($9.25M) *Estimated tax savings: ≈ $3.7M (assuming 40% effective rate) *Tax shield offsets full equity investment within the first year *Depreciation benefit fully offsets or exceeds investor equity outlay, effectively recouping capital in Year One while retaining income upside Net Operating Income (After Debt Service) *Projected Year-One revenue: ≈ $9.7M *Operating profit before debt: ≈ $1.62M *Net profit after debt service: ≈ $925K *Breakeven utilization: ~500 charter hours (base case: 675) *Aircraft operates cash-flow positive on day one Other Benefits & Considerations *Fully programmed aircraft (RRCC, JSSI, Honeywell) = low maintenance risk, predictable costs *Positioned for premium charter yields through an established operator with proven Gulfstream utilization This is an ideal scenario for Family Office investors and/or HNWI/UHNWI. This represents a rare opportunity to participate in a real, cash-flowing aviation asset with tangible collateral, proven operator demand, and powerful first-year tax efficiency. Interested parties are requested to contact me by e-mail at redacted
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Reply by a searcher
from Illinois Institute of Technology in Delray Beach, FL, USA
Do you already have the jet asset or do you need help with acquiring fixed assets. I know one of the largest private jet owner/brokers in Florida if you need to connect. Feel free to DM to share more if interested.
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Reply by an investor
from Hofstra University in Tampa, FL, USA
What are your assumptions for net hourly rate, fixed costs and what are you reserving for maintenance beyond the programs?
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