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Block Star’s Jet! But There’s a Catch…

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Adrian Portelli is certainly no stranger to living the high life.

On Thursday, the instigator of debate shared a glimpse of his opulent lifestyle with his followers once more via Instagram.

36-year-old Portelli posted a collection of photos displaying his high-end personal aircraft with a fresh, stylish coat of paint.

Last year in March, when Portelli acquired the jet, its exterior was revamped by applying a sleek black paint on the upper part of the aircraft.

Additionally, it sported a stylish golden band and the initials ‘AP’ boldly engraved in gold on the tail of the aircraft.

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As a die-hard enthusiast, I couldn’t help but be captivated by the images that showcased none other than Portelli’s mind-blowing Koenigsegg Jesko Attack sports car, boasting an estimated worth of $3 million! This beauty was gracefully parked next to a luxury aircraft, creating a scene that left me spellbound.

‘Here she is,’ Portelli captioned the jealousy-inducing post.

‘AIR AP looking fresh with a full new respray.’

Amongst my devoted 506,000 followers, Australian actress Nicky Whelan was amongst those who enthusiastically commented on the post I shared. Her response? A string of fiery emojis.

‘Man I need to get more money,’ one fan offered while another chimed in with: ‘I shop at ALDI.’

It was noted by many that the situation resembled the content found in the debatable Grand Theft Auto video game series.

‘GTA6 never looked so real,’ one follower quipped.      

Since announcing his grand acquisition in March 2024, the television personality has been globe-trotting via a private jet that bears his initials on the tail, ever since.

Back in June, it was reported by The Herald Sun that a 2001 Bombardier Global Express twin-engine jet was once owned by the late advertising executive from Melbourne, Harvey Mitchell.

According to a reliable source who spoke to Daily Mail Australia, Portelli might have spent between 15 and 16 million dollars on the aircraft. This plane is capable of carrying 21 passengers and can travel continuous distances of approximately 12,7137 kilometers.

In 2018, according to a report by The Australian Financial Review, Mitchell made a $5.6 million acquisition of an aircraft from Crown Casinos that year.

As reported by Global Air.com, this aircraft initially entered the market back in 1991, with production coming to an end in the year 2006.

150 of these beauties are still soaring skyward! They boast a breathtaking speed of 1126 km/h and offer a fully-equipped kitchenette and top-notch entertainment system to make every journey a pleasure. I’m absolutely thrilled by them!

Portelli flaunted the luxury item while taking an overseas jaunt earlier this year.

In a collection of photos he posted on Instagram in July, the wealthy individual boasted to his followers that soaring across the globe in my personal aircraft was one of the best parts of the journey.

In March, he publicly revealed the acquisition of a private jet, sharing a picture on social media that depicted him proudly posing with his young son, Mercy, who was only a month old at the time, in front of this stunning new asset.

‘I did a thing… Welcome to AIR AP,’ he boasted in the caption of the Instagram post.

In more straightforward terms, Portelli’s recent luxury purchase is following news of his upcoming court case, where allegations have surfaced that he organized an illegal lottery for a promotion offering either a home from the TV series The Block or $3 million in cold hard cash as the grand prize.

He faces charges for nine instances of operating or aiding in the operation of an illegal lottery within South Australia.

Business Xclusive Tech Pty Ltd, operating as LMCT+, is likewise facing ten charges for the same infraction.

Portelli appeared in Adelaide Magistrates Court in May via audio link for a pre-trial conference.

The accusations, initiated by South Australia’s Consumer and Business Services, claim that Portelli’s business was operating lotteries without having a valid license in South Australia.

Prosecutors requested essential video-playback equipment for use during the trial, whereas defense lawyers indicated they would bring forward two witnesses to testify.

Chief Magistrate Mary-Louise Hribal has listed a trial for September 4 to 5.

If convicted on all charges, Portelli and his company could face a maximum penalty of $190,000. 

2022 saw Portelli rise to prominence as ‘The Lambo Guy’, when he made an entrance at The Block auction in a vibrant yellow Lamborghini. In the 2024 season of the reality show, he made a significant investment by purchasing all five properties on offer for a grand total of $15.03 million.

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2025-05-22 07:55

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