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Michael Jordan's G650ER touches down in Mykonos — but it never left.

A 53-minute 'flight' at 1,275 feet suggests a sightseeing run, not a business trip.

By celebplanes · 1 min read · Michael Jordan

Michael Jordan — owner of N236MJ (Gulfstream G650ER)

Michael Jordan

Michael Jordan's Gulfstream G650ER (N236MJ) flight path — LGMK — Mykonos Island National to LGMK — Mykonos Island National
Flight path · LGMK — Mykonos Island NationalLGMK — Mykonos Island National · 53m airborne
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Departure
LGMK — Mykonos Island National
Arrival
LGMK — Mykonos Island National
Airborne
53m
Distance
3 nm
CO₂
4.0t

Michael Jordan's Gulfstream G650ER, tail N236MJ, departed Mykonos Island National Airport at 12:39 UTC on June 3 and arrived back at the same airport 53 minutes later, maxing out at 1,275 feet and 125 knots. The aircraft essentially flew a short lap off the coast of the Greek island.

The same week Michael Jordan is in Mykonos, the island is hosting its annual summer season of high-end tourism, yachting events, and celebrity gatherings. No publicly scheduled concert, board meeting, or athletic obligation appears on the calendar for the date. The flight's altitude and duration — barely enough to clear the runway pattern — is consistent with a scenic tour or a quick systems check rather than a change of venue.

Michael Jordan's G650ER, with its symbolic tail number referencing his jersey and six championships, is based at Palm Beach and typically shuttles him between Jupiter, Florida, and business or racing destinations like Charlotte and Van Nuys. In Mykonos, his yacht Mr. Terrible is a known presence. This brief hop likely served as an airborne joyride over the Cyclades — a low-key interlude between whatever business calls next.

Aboard the Gulfstream G650ER

Gulfstream G650ER exterior — Michael Jordan's private jet (N236MJ)
Gulfstream G650ER cabin floor plan — Michael Jordan's private jet interior layout
Exterior & cabin layout · Gulfstream G650ER

The aircraft

Type
Gulfstream G650ER
Tail
N236MJ
Max alt
1,275 ft
Max speed
125 kt

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