Gulfstream Delivers First G800: The New Benchmark in Ultra-Long Range Business Jets

Gulfstream Delivers First G800: The New Benchmark in Ultra-Long Range Business Jets

With 8,200 nm range, lower cabin altitude, advanced cabin systems and global certifications, Gulfstream’s G800 sets a new standard

Gulfstream Aerospace has officially delivered its first G800 ultra-long range business jet to a customer, marking a milestone in the company’s next-generation aircraft lineup. This follows the jet’s FAA and EASA certification in April 2025 and cements the G800’s position as the world’s longest-range business aircraft.

Certification & Entry into Service

• The G800 received certification from both the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) on April 16, 2025, enabling global     deliveries.
• About four months later, Gulfstream completed its first delivery from its completion’s facility in Appleton, Wisconsin.

Performance, Range & Speed

• At long-range cruise (Mach 0.85), the G800 can fly up to 8,200 nautical miles (≈ 15,186 km) the longest range of any in-service business jet.
• At high-speed cruise (Mach 0.90), the range is about 7,000 nm (≈ 12,964 km).
• Gulfstream also presents an intermediate performance: 8,000 nm at Mach 0.87.
• The maximum operating speed has been extended to Mach 0.935, up from earlier design limits (~Mach 0.925).

Cabin, Comfort & Environmental Systems

• Gulfstream highlights that the G800 offers the industry’s lowest cabin altitude: 2,840 ft (866 m) when cruising at 41,000 ft.
• The aircraft provides 100 % fresh air circulation and includes a plasma ionization air purification system to enhance cabin air quality.
• The interior can be configured with up to four living areas, or alternatively three living zones plus a dedicated crew compartment.
• The G800 features 16 panoramic oval windows, contributing to natural light and the cabin ambience.

Technological & Avionics Highlights

• The G800 benefits from advanced avionics derived from Gulfstream’s latest systems (e.g. the Symmetry Flight Deck features, side stick control, phase-of-flight displays).
• These systems help reduce pilot workload and increase situational awareness.

Strategic Implications & Market Context

• The G800 is effectively positioned to replace the G650 (and G650ER), whose production ends in 2025.
• Gulfstream aims to continue its momentum in the ultra-long-range segment, leveraging the G800’s extended reach and efficiency.
• The first delivery signals to the market that Gulfstream is confident in the maturity of the G800 program.
• As a flagship product, the G800 may help Gulfstream attract ultra-high net worth and corporate customers needing global nonstop connectivity.

Conclusion

The delivery of the Gulfstream G800 marks a major achievement for Gulfstream Aerospace. With certifications secured earlier in the year and a first customer delivery now realized, the G800 enters service as the world’s longest-range business jet. Its combination of extreme range, passenger comfort, advanced avionics, and cabin environment features set a new bar in the ultra-long-range business aviation space.

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