If you’ve been watching ESPN or the sports segment of your local news, there’s no doubt you’ve heard about the Masters Tournament. This tourney is one of golf’s four major championships—and arguably the most iconic. It’s held every April at the exclusive Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia. What makes the Masters unique is that it’s the only major played at the same course each year.
It’s known for its immaculate fairways, a field packed with the world’s best golfers, and iconic traditions—like the legendary green jacket awarded to the winner, who also earns a lifetime invitation to the club. The Masters also draws a crowd of the ultra-wealthy and celebrities.
Normally, Augusta Regional Airport (AGS) is pretty quiet. But during Masters week, it transforms into a luxury hotspot packed with private jets. According to the Private Jets Instagram account: “Over 1,000 private jets land at Augusta during Masters week, turning the small airport into a luxury hotspot. On Tuesday alone, more than 225 jets arrived or departed, with overflow handled by nearby airports. Ramp fees can reach $2,000 a day, reflecting the high-end crowd the tournament attracts.” I’ve read those fees can climb as high as $3,000 per day, and that extra air traffic controllers are brought in just to manage the chaos. Here’s a video showing what the AGS tarmac looks like during the Masters.
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It’s pretty wild to see all those private jets lined up one after another—and judging by the comments, a lot of people agree.
@jeromerome1990: Wow. Wow. Wow. Wow. Wow. 🔥
@marko.jokic717: All that wealth in one spot is crazy
@rbodi01: I love the Masters but after seeing this video I’m loss for words.
@alvinfoo: The number of private jets at Augusta Airport for the Masters is absurd. 😱
I’ve been lucky enough to fly on several private jets—including a G4, which is seriously swank. The best part about flying private (besides having no strangers onboard) is the convenience: you can show up at the last minute, drive right up to the plane, skip security and lines, and just take off. Same deal when you land. It’s a taste of the good life—and videos like this are a reminder that I definitely need to make a lot more money.