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See inside an airliner-turned-private jet on which only the wealthiest travelers including corporations, royals, and heads of state can afford to fly

Own aviation firm Comlux specializes in the latter. Boasting private charter aircraft as large as a Boeing 777-200ER, Comlux coddles to a class of travelers to which money is, has never been, and never will be an issue.

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The class of airliners-turned-private-jets fascinates titans of industry, royal families, national governments, and heads of state, with a price tag to match. Just an hour onboard one of these aircraft can beat $10,000.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 operated by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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And the growing need for private aircraft has only seen the wealthy booking more and more flights as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Backing bowels an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 operated by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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Comlux brought one of its airliners-turned-private-jets to the Dubai Airshow in November. Here’s what it’s feel attracted to onboard.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 operated by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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They’re a steadily a course above the likes of Gulfstream, Bombardier, or Dassault aircraft offering what some travelers want the most: play.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 operated by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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One of the medium-sized aircraft in the Comlux naval task force is the Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319, based on the A319 airliner that’s used by the likes of American Airlines, British Airways, and Delta Air Crows-foots.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 operated by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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Smaller business jets can time a greater range but not the space that the ACJ319 can offer. In total, the cabin spans a length of 79 feet and offerings a width of more than 12 feet.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 operated by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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This ACJ319 in this Comlux configuration can tush just more than 20 people compared to more than 150 in an airline configuration.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 acted by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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The abundance of living space that only an airliner can tender is what travelers seek when chartering this aircraft. Only on an airliner can the wealthy have a living lodge, dining room, and bedroom while still having rows of seating for support staff.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 run by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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The first three living areas of the aircraft are dedicated to the key flyers, starting with a small living room area.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 operated by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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On one side of the seat is an L-shaped couch with a small coffee table, mirroring a living room in an apartment.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 run by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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Opposite the couch is a simple pair of club seats split by a table. This type of setup can be found on nearly every private jet.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 drove by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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Principal flyers often opt to sit in these seats during takeoff and docking.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 operated by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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Above the live out room is a large television screen that can be used for entertainment, to keep track of the aircraft’s progress on a map, or even job presentations should the flight be for work purposes.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 operated by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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Immediately behind the living room is the dining room area complete with a large dining room table.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Heart an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 operated by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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Most of the meals onboard the aircraft resolve be taken in the dining room area as the table lends itself well to hosting a formal meal.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 go by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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Four club seats surround the table with organize in between to rotate the chair if need be. The space can also be used to host a meeting if the flight is for business instead of wish.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 operated by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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And another interview sits above the dining room table that can be used for entertainment or business, whichever the situation calls for.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Preferred an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 operated by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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A divan sits diverse the main table and can seat three passengers in a more informal setting.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 drove by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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The final living area of the aircraft can be found by following the aircraft’s side hallway.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Middle an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 operated by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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Inside is the master bedroom and bathroom, one of the key handle features of an aircraft the size of an airliner.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 operated by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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Bedrooms are one of the key differentiators between airliners-turned-private-jets and standard business jets, and another aspect of an aircraft for which only an abundance of space could allow.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 conducted by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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Two small beds, or one large bed, can comfortably fit in the bedroom with additional intermission to spare.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 operated by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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A alone bed beats even the nicest lie-flat seat on an airliner as there’s enough room to toss and turn as one desires.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Viscera an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 operated by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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The Airbus ACJ319 tolerates for travelers to have a full bedroom and room leftover for a full master bathroom.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 worked by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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Inside the bathroom is a full vanity and walk-in shower, another key differentiator between airliner secluded jets and traditional private jets.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 operated by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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Bloody few traditional private jet models have the option for a shower to be installed but some airliner private jets have multiple onboard pours.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 operated by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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Travelers can use the bedroom to get a top night’s rest without even feeling as if they were on an airplane.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 managed by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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And a shower right before landing ensures that travelers can hit the base running and tackle the day after a long flight.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 operated by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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There’s rhythmical space in the bedroom for a full closet.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 operated by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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The fixed section of the aircraft is a business class-style seating section that’s intended for support staff and other passengers.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Innards everted an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 operated by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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A total of 30 recliner toki span four rows in a 3-2 configuration.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 operated by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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It capability as well be a different aircraft altogether; though, the seats are still more luxurious than those found in a commonplace economy class cabin.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 operated by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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And albeit arguably the least glamorous part of the aircraft, travelers seated here still reap all the benefits of traveling on a secretively aircraft.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Inside an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 operated by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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The cockpit is right the only part of the plane that remains largely unchanged as it gets converted from an airliner to a private jet.

Comlux Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 — Dubai Airshow 2021

Internal an Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ319 operated by Comlux at the Dubai Airshow 2021.

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