So far, Drake and Rick Ross’ brewing beef hasn’t expanded beyond the studio. However, the “Champagne Moments” rapper joked that his foe might have taken it to the friendly skies.
Yesterday (May 3), on Instagram, a Drake fan page revealed that Ross’ private jet made a crash landing in Dallas, Texas. Initially, users online were hesitation to believe the claim made by Keep 6ix Solid, given the long list of allegations tossed around by the two entertainers. However, the jet covered in Ross’ personal and record label branding made it difficult to refute.
Rick Ross’ jet allegedly made a crash landing in Dallas
Just a few weeks ago, Rick Ross was telling Drake to be careful about getting on his old “cargo plane.”
With the outlet’s post gaining traction, Ross took to his social media pages to confirm the story. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), he managed to find humor in the traumatic incident.
“My jet just crashed,” he wrote. “Drake’s OVO F16 fighter jet just shot us down.”
Ross’ joke pointed out the irony in the situation after he spent the last few weeks clowning Drake for supposedly having a relic aircraft. He also alleged that Air Drake wasn’t intended for human passengers making it unsafe to travel in. So Ross’ jet being temporarily grounded is a sick twist of events.
Fortunately, no one was injured during the crash. Well, that’s not including Ross’ ego. He continued the unsavory joke in a dramatized and factually inaccurate recounting of the moments leading to the crash. View the full clip originally shared to Instagram below.
Drake is soaring to the top — literally. While private jets and planes have been the subject of controversy for some of his peers, the “First Person Shooter” hitmaker shared a video from his “Air Drake” aircraft.
While Drake has conquered charts and streaming records, the prolific rapper is also conquering low visibility. Flying in low visibility conditions may sound a bit daunting, but Drake says it provides a thrill for him. In a recent Instagram post, he shared himself (with the help of a professional air crew) making a smooth landing, despite low visibility.
“There’s a couple landings I love on Air Drake but tbh the low visibility is the most exciting,” he said in the post’s caption, “it makes your heart drop a bit…lucky I got the best putting this sh*t wheels down.”
Drake is currently with J. Cole and Lil Durk on the It’s All A Blur — Big As The What? Tour. Earlier this week, Lil Wayne — who discovered Drake and signed him to Young Money — announced he would be joining the It’s All A Blur — Big As The What? Tour for two nights (March 23 & 24) at the Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida.
In the meantime, you can see the “Air Drake” clip above.
Not many people in the world can say that they’ve been gifted a private jet. However, with Air Drake, a jet named after the Toronto rap superstar, the MC joined an exclusive club of PJ owners who have such bragging rights. Typically, in the music industry, success is measured in record sales and chart-topping hits. Regardless of his wins, owning a jet like Air Drake is still regarded by many as an unimaginable achievement in luxury. With this, Drake has set the bar even higher and pushed the boundaries of aspirations for artists. He’s rewritten the rules of what it means to be a modern rap mogul. Let’s take a closer look at Drizzy’s luxurious private jet.
The Air Drake is a massive Boeing 767-200 jet with more than enough space to lounge comfortably while flying. With its sleek design and luxurious amenities, it is more than just a mode of transportation. It is a statement of Drake’s unparalleled success and influence in the music industry. However, contrary to what you might think, and Drake’s riches, the rapper did not buy the jet.
It is estimated to cost a whopping $185 million. While Drake’s estimated net worth is higher, that’s probably not a figure he would have willingly spent at a go. He could afford it, but he thankfully did not have to. Instead, Air Drake was offered as a very expensive gift to the rapper. This happened back in 2019 when the Canadian airline Cargojet made the move to give Drake the B767.
According to Cargojet, this was a publicity move. They believed in Drake’s star power and sought to have him serve as a promotional ambassador. Moreover, they also believed that the jet would eventually pay for itself off the publicity that Drake would bring in. Speaking with Air Cargo News in 2019, Ajay Virmani, the CEO of Cargojet, said, “We are very excited to partner with Drake as our ambassador and assisting him with his logistical needs and requirements.” Also speaking to Air Cargo News, Drake stated, “Supporting homegrown businesses has always been a top priority of mine, so when an opportunity came up to get involved in a great Canadian company, I was honored to do so.”
Renovation Costs
This photograph taken on February 25, 2022, shows the Boeing 767 aiplane dubbed “Air Drake” belonging to Canadian recording-artist Drake, parked on a runway in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands. – From a 14-minute flight by Drake’s private plane to Taylor Swift’s carbon footprint, celebrities are struggling to shake off a firestorm over their jet emissions amid the climate crisis. British sustainability marketing firm Yard named and shamed the “worst private jet CO2 emission offenders” among celebrities. While Drake escaped the top 10 list, the Canadian rapper faced heat over a 14-minute flight between Toronto and Hamilton in July, especially after he said that the “Air Drake” plane was empty. (Photo by Laurent THOMET / AFP) (Photo by LAURENT THOMET/AFP via Getty Images)
Before becoming Air Drake, this B727 used to be a cargo jet. It was reportedly built in September 1996 and was operated for 22 years before being acquired by Cargojet in April 2019. Following its acquisition, some renovations needed to be made before it was gifted to Drake. According to E! News, renovation alone is estimated to have cost up to $100 million. As such, it reportedly costs $3 million to fly on Air Drake, as the rapper recently revealed to Adin Ross.
The Interior Features Of Air Drake
As aforementioned, Air Drake is a large business jet. It is 180 feet long (54 meters), with a 156-foot long wingspan (47 meters), and stands 52 feet high (15 meters). Following the renovations done by Cargojet, it fits the preferences and specifications of Drake.
The interior of Air Drake is a marvel of design, featuring lavish amenities that rival those of five-star hotels. With a seating capacity of up to 30 passengers, the jet is equipped to accommodate Drake and his entourage in comfort and style. Plush leather seats, sumptuous carpeting, and mood lighting set the stage for a truly luxurious traveling experience. In addition, Air Drake features three private suites and two living rooms. There is also a theater room, a business lounge, and an entertainment room. Furthermore, the inside of the cabin features a mix of golden and wooden surfaces, with the furniture colored either beige or brown.
In addition to its onboard amenities, Air Drake is also a sight to behold from the outside. The exterior was custom-designed by the late, great visionary designer, Virgil Abloh. The exterior of the jet is painted a beautiful baby blue, with white cloud-like designs. Additionally, it features Drake’s iconic owl logo prominently displayed on the tail, making it instantly recognizable on airport tarmacs. Also, the “AIR DRAKE” logo is boldly written on the side of the jet near the wings. Finally, under the belly of Air Drake, the words “IF YOU’RE READING THIS WE LEFT” are written in a large font. It is a clever reference to the rapper’s 2015 mixtape, If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late.
Drake has revealed to Adin Ross that he needs $3M to fly on the rapper’s private jet, Air Drake. The revelation came as Drake dialed into Ross’ latest stream. However, Ross, who is either a multi-millionaire or broke depending on the day, appeared confident that he could put the money together to cop a ride on the luxury airliner. Despite this, Drake held firm and let Ross know that there were no “friends and family discount” on an Air Drake trip. It was $3M or nothing.
Air Drake is a customized Boeing 767-200 that Drizzy acquired through a commercial partnership with Cargojet. It features a sky blue and white livery designed by Drake’s late friend, Virgil Abloh. The fully customized interior has been likened to a five-star hotel and features at least three private suites and two living rooms.
Ross is going to go a long way towards that $3M benchmark thanks to a recent confrontation with 21 Savage. The UK-born Atlanta rapper has promised to pay Adin Ross $400K after the streamer discovered that the rapper’s crew had brought marked cards for their gambling stream. 21 denied any knowledge of the cards but said he would honor his debt and pay Ross the full amount he owed. The rapper had been down $400K at one point in the stream before making a miraculous comeback, eventually cashing out with Ross owing him $120K.
Despite 21’s pledge, commenters online still came after the rapper for the seemingly shady behavior. “21 a bum for this,” one person noted. “This is why his last album flopped,” added another. However, not everyone was convinced by the situation. “In todays episode of “totally not made up by Adin Ross for the internet clicks”, argued another streamer. Do you think Ross is faking drama for content? Or did 21 really try to hustle him? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
Drake is someone who lives a life of luxury. Overall, this is mostly due to the fact that he can actually afford it. Although he may not be the richest rapper in the world, he still has hundreds of millions of dollars to his name. Furthermore, he is someone who enjoys the finer things in life. From watches to shoes to cars to colognes, Drake likes it all. Additionally, back in 2019, he bought himself a private jet for just under $200 million. This jet was dubbed “Air Drake” and it continues to patrol the skies.
Now, however, Drake is looking to turn “Air Drake” into much more than a plane. In a new post from the Drake Related Instagram page, it was revealed that the artist would be dropping a new line of luxury goods. This is all part of the celebration for the four-year anniversary of Drizzy getting his new ride. Interestingly, there will be a bathrobe, a blanket, a sleeping mask, and even some socks. Although, the prices are ridiculous. For instance, the mask is $995 USD. Additionally, the socks are $415 while the bathrobe and blanket cost thousands.
As you can imagine, a lot of people are finding these prices to be absolutely laughable. Although the socks are made out of hand-spun cashmere, $415 for any kind of piece of clothing is just ridiculous. In the tweets down below, you can see exactly how people felt about this. “Nah Drake releasing $400 socks and a $4000 robe is wild and some crazy stans are going to purchase that, thats why I put him on my Top 5 crazy stans list smh,” one user wrote. “Drake gotta be outta his dam mind selling 1 pair of socks for $415,” said another.
Twitter Reacts
Ultimately, there are going to be a ton of people looking to cop these. The artist is one of the biggest stars in the world, and when he drops new merch, people line up for it. Moreover, it is kind of a flex to say that you own a pair of socks for that much money. Whether or not this latest endeavor does, indeed, end up working for the artist, still remains to be seen.
Nah Drake releasing $400 socks and a $4000 robe is wild and some crazy stans are going to purchase that, thats why I put him on my Top 5 crazy stans list smh.
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