Kylie Jenner, at the center of criticism over a flight of just 17 minutes: where did she go?
The star was questioned on social media over a trip on her private jet between two points in California. An Instagram account estimated that the flight would have cost about US$3,000 and once again sparked the debate over the use of private planes.
"K ylie Jenner is once again at the center of criticism over the use of her private jet. According to a post made on social media, the businesswoman's plane allegedly made a flight of just 17 minutes between Camarillo and Van Nuys, two California localities separated by about 64 kilometers.
The road trip can take around 45 minutes under normal traffic conditions, according to the information released about the route. The difference between the two times was precisely one of the points that generated the most comments among users who questioned the decision to use a private plane for a relatively short distance.
A flight that generated criticism on social media
The information was enough for numerous users to react harshly. Some questioned the impact on the environment, others how that money would work to help address problems in global society, while on the other hand it also received comments in favor.
The post sparked numerous reactions. “Did she really look at a GPS and think that 40-45 minutes by car was too long and save 20-25 minutes by flying?”, wrote one user, who also questioned the environmental impact of this type of travel.
Another comment pointed directly to the difference between the demands placed on the public to reduce their environmental impact and the use of private jets by people with great fortunes. “We’re doomed”, the user said in the message, referring to the short-duration flights.
However, users also appeared who defended the decision. Some offered a different explanation for this type of trip. One user pointed out that private jets can make short flights between nearby airports when they need to reposition to a terminal with availability, even after dropping off their passengers. Another social media user said that they would do the same if they had a private plane.
"The controversy also once again drew attention to Jenner's luxurious plane. The Sun estimated that the jet cost around $72 million and features leather seats, television screens, and built-in footrests.
Jenner has shown on social media part of her recent travels, including one to the Caribbean in which she appeared alongside her friends, dressed in pink Kylie Cosmetics outfits, and her children Stormi and Aire. The images contrasted with the criticism she later received for using her private jet.
Kylie Jenner has not publicly given her version of the alleged flight; the information released comes from external publications and estimates, but it continues to generate controversy in the world of the model and influencer.
