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Mukesh Ambani lands in Jamnagar on a brief business trip

India's richest man flies to Reliance's refinery hub for a routine visit

By celebplanes · 1 min read · Mukesh Ambani

Mukesh Ambani — owner of VT-AKV (Boeing 737 MAX 9 BBJ)

Mukesh Ambani

Mukesh Ambani's Boeing 737 MAX 9 BBJ (VT-AKV) flight path — BOM — Mumbai to VAJM — Jamnagar
Flight path · BOM — MumbaiVAJM — Jamnagar · 43m airborne
Departure
BOM — Mumbai
Arrival
VAJM — Jamnagar
Airborne
43m
Distance
207 nm
CO₂
5.5t

Mukesh Ambani flew from Mumbai to Jamnagar on June 1, 2026, in his Boeing 737 MAX 9 BBJ, completing the 43-minute hop in the early evening. The aircraft, VT-AKV, is India's first MAX 9 BBJ and underwent over $120 million in customization after delivery in August 2024.

Jamnagar is home to Reliance Industries' massive petroleum refinery complex—the world's largest at a single location—and the Ambani family's private estate. The destination is a recurring stop in Ambani's travel patterns, often tied to board meetings, refinery operations, or family gatherings. Last year, the city hosted the lavish pre-wedding gala for his son Anant, drawing global billionaires.

The short Mumbai–Jamnagar route is a staple for Ambani, who routinely shuttles between his Antilia skyscraper and this western Gujarat outpost. With Reliance's sprawling energy and retail interests, these quick trips underscore the hands-on oversight of India's most valuable company by its chairman.

Aboard the Boeing 737 MAX 9 BBJ

Boeing 737 MAX 9 BBJ exterior — Mukesh Ambani's private jet (VT-AKV)
Boeing 737 MAX 9 BBJ cabin floor plan — Mukesh Ambani's private jet interior layout
Exterior & cabin layout · Boeing 737 MAX 9 BBJ

The aircraft

Type
Boeing 737 MAX 9 BBJ
Tail
VT-AKV
Max alt
28,000 ft
Max speed
435 kt

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