Analysis[i] of industry data by Airbus Corporate Jets, which offers a range of ultra-long-range business aircraft including the recently launched ACJ TwoTwenty, shows that nearly half (32 out of 70) of the world’s wealthiest female billionaires are based in the U.S., with a total net worth of more than $514 billion.
However, its analysis shows that just 14% (70) of the wealthiest 500 billionaires globally are women, and their total wealth accounts for 12% of the $7.72 trillion held by the top 500 billionaires around the world.
Of the 70 wealthiest female billionaires globally, the 32 based in the U.S. are worth an average of $16.07 billion each, compared to $13.52 billion for the 38 based elsewhere, the ACJ analysis shows.
Billionaire women globally are most likely to have made their fortunes in the media and telecoms sector and the food and beverage industry, accounting for 25% of the 70 wealthiest female billionaires. Another 20% are in the industrial and retail sectors.
ACJ’s analysis shows that between January 1 and April 25, 2022, 38% of the 70 wealthiest billionaires saw their net wealth increase, but the total wealth of this group fell by $60.28 billion.
Seven of the 10 wealthiest women worldwide are based in the U.S., where the business aviation market is experiencing a solid recovery. There were just over 2 million business aircraft departures in the first six months of this year, which was 15% higher than the same period in 2019, before the pandemic.[ii]
“Female billionaires are increasingly important to the global business aviation market, and many are based in the U.S.,” said Sean McGeough, VP Commercial ACJ for North America. “The business aviation market is enjoying strong growth in the US,” he added. “For the sectors we are focused on – ultra-long-range and ‘Xtra Large’ business jets – billionaires are a key target. Our lineup of market-leading business aircraft, including the recently launched ACJ TwoTwenty, positions us well to capitalize on growth in these sectors. The ACJ TwoTwenty provides a competitive advantage to those companies seeking the best female entrepreneurs and executives who want their own space.”
The ACJ TwoTwenty offers unbeatable economics and unrivaled reliability at the same price as ultra-long-range business jets. It occupies the same parking space as competing business jets and can take off from the same airports, but its operating costs are one-third less. It also has the quietest and most eco-friendly aircraft in its category.
ACJ is working as part of the global Airbus family to optimize its environmental performance, reduce noise and create responsible solutions that support both its sustainability ambitions and customers’ goals.
The ACJ TwoTwenty, thanks to its advanced design and the most efficient engines of any large business jet, is the quietest aircraft in the LR/ULR marketplace, delivering an 18-decibel noise margin versus current regulations and up to 20% lower fuel burn versus previous generation aircraft.
As with all ACJ aircraft, the ACJ TwoTwenty is certified to fly with a 50% blend of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The goal is to achieve 100% SAF certification by 2030.
More than 210 Airbus corporate jets are in service worldwide, flying on every continent, including Antarctica.
