BJETS News: Gulfstream Celebrates 300th G280 Delivery – A Milestone in Luxury and Performance

Gulfstream Aerospace has reached a significant milestone with the delivery of its 300th G280 aircraft, a testament to the model’s popularity and industry-leading performance. This historic aircraft was outfitted and delivered from Gulfstream’s state-of-the-art facility in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Texas.

Mark Burns, President of Gulfstream, expressed pride in this achievement, stating, “Reaching this delivery milestone reinforces the continued strong demand for the G280. Known for its unique combination of speed, performance, and cabin flexibility, the G280 remains at the top of the super-midsize class and continues to set the industry standard.”

Since entering service, the G280 fleet has accumulated over 575,000 flight hours and nearly 358,000 landings as of May. The aircraft boasts an impressive record of 87 city-pair speed records and features a range of 3,600 nautical miles (6,667 km) at its long-range cruise speed of Mach 0.80. Powering the aircraft are twin Honeywell HTF7250G engines, ensuring exceptional performance and reliability.

Gulfstream’s ongoing investment in the G280 is evident through the development of new features aimed at enhancing passenger experience, safety, and pilot workload management. Notably, the G280 is certified to meet the FAA’s Stage 5 noise standards, emphasizing its commitment to environmental and community considerations.

The G280’s spacious cabin offers multiple floorplan options and can seat up to 10 passengers comfortably, including a four-place conference table. It features Gulfstream’s advanced cabin management and high-definition entertainment systems, 19 distinctive oval windows, easy baggage access at high altitudes, and multiple connectivity options such as a high-speed Ka-band satellite system.

This milestone underscores Gulfstream’s dedication to innovation and excellence in the business aviation sector, reaffirming the G280’s position as a leader in the super-midsize category.

Stay tuned for more updates on Gulfstream’s continued advancements and aircraft deliveries.

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