Mayweather Sued for $100K Over Unpaid Private Jet Fees

Latest lawsuit adds to boxer's mounting legal and tax troubles ahead of Pacquiao rematch.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 1:28pm

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Boxing superstar Floyd Mayweather Jr. is facing a new $105,000 lawsuit from a private jet company, Jet Set Aircraft Inc., over unpaid fees for a 2025 charter flight. This latest legal issue comes on top of Mayweather's existing $7 million in back taxes owed to the IRS.

Why it matters

Mayweather's financial troubles and repeated legal battles have become a distraction as he prepares for a highly anticipated rematch against Manny Pacquiao. The private jet lawsuit adds to concerns about Mayweather's ability to focus on the big fight and manage his business affairs.

The details

According to the lawsuit filed in Los Angeles County, Jet Set Aircraft Inc. claims Mayweather and his company TBE Aviation failed to pay over $105,000 in fees for a private charter flight in 2025. The complaint alleges that Mayweather and his associates have refused to settle the debt despite repeated requests.

  • The lawsuit was filed on April 13, 2026.
  • The unpaid private jet fees are related to a flight that took place in 2025.

The players

Floyd Mayweather Jr.

A retired professional boxer who is considered one of the greatest fighters of all time, but has faced numerous legal and tax issues in recent years.

Jet Set Aircraft Inc.

A private jet charter company that is suing Mayweather and his company TBE Aviation for over $105,000 in unpaid fees.

Manny Pacquiao

A Filipino professional boxer who is set to have a highly anticipated rematch against Mayweather.

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What they’re saying

“We have made every effort to resolve this matter amicably with Mr. Mayweather's team, but they have left us no choice but to file this lawsuit to recover the money that is rightfully owed to us.”

— John Simmons, CEO, Jet Set Aircraft Inc.

What’s next

The lawsuit will proceed through the Los Angeles County court system, with a judge set to rule on whether Mayweather and his company must pay the $105,000 in disputed private jet fees.

The takeaway

Mayweather's ongoing legal and financial troubles, including this latest private jet lawsuit, raise concerns about his ability to stay focused and prepared for his high-profile rematch against Pacquiao. These distractions could impact his performance in the ring.