Kaylah Walton
With significant legal issues looming over him, Sean “Diddy” Combs has discovered a profitable avenue: leasing out his $60 million Gulfstream G550 private jet.
Following his arrest in September 2024 on federal sex trafficking accusations, the renowned music producer has reportedly generated around $4.1 million from this endeavor.
The aircraft, listed under his business LoveAir LLC, has been chartered 126 times, traveling over 149,000 miles, with many clients unaware of its ownership.
A calculated choice amid legal issues
Combs‘ choice to lease his private jet seems to be a deliberate strategy to offset the hefty expenses associated with his current trial.
The jet, managed by Silver Air and featured on luxury charter sites such as Jettly, offers travelers a premium experience. Accommodating up to 14 passengers and boasting a range of 6,500 nautical miles, the jet showcases a stylish black exterior and an interior finished in oak with luxurious seating.
Each charter fetches about $32,597, providing Combs with substantial income during the litigation.
This revenue is vital, as it has been reported that he has invested at least $10 million in legal representation, enlisting a team of prominent attorneys to fight against the serious allegations he faces.
Courtroom dramas and public attention
Combs is undergoing trial in a federal court in Manhattan, facing a range of charges including conspiracy to commit racketeering, sex trafficking, and transporting individuals for prostitution.
The case has drawn considerable media focus, with testimonies from his ex-partner, Cassie Ventura, and rapper Kid Cudi, detailing the alleged violence and manipulation attributable to Combs.
Ventura recounted occasions of being coerced into illegal actions, while Cudi spoke of an alleged incident involving arson aimed at his vehicle, provoked by Combs‘ jealousy over Ventura.
Despite the gravity of the allegations, Combs maintains his innocence. Should he be found guilty, he risks a lifelong imprisonment. The trial is anticipated to extend over several weeks, with more testimonies and evidence set to unfold.
