Gulfstream G800 Earns FAA and EASA Certifications

Gulfstream Aerospace announced the all-new Gulfstream G800, the world’s longest-range business aircraft, has earned type certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) along with certification from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and has done so with even greater performance capabilities than originally anticipated.

CERTIFICATIONS WITH ENHANCED CAPABILITIES

The certifications confirm enhanced performance for the aircraft, including a range of 8,200 nautical miles/15,186 kilometres at the long-range cruise speed of Mach 0.85, an increase of 200 nm/370 km over original projections. The G800 also can travel 7,000 nm/12,964 km at its high-speed cruise of Mach 0.90 or an unprecedented 8,000 nm/14,816 km at Mach 0.87. The aircraft’s maximum operating speed has increased to Mach 0.935 from Mach 0.925.

“THE G800 MARKS THE LATEST EVOLUTION OF BUSINESS AVIATION AS WE CONTINUE TO BUILD THE NEXT-GENERATION FLEET AND BRING INDUSTRY-LEADING PERFORMANCE AND EFFICIENCY TO THE MARKET”
—MARK BURNS, PRESIDENT, GULFSTREAM

In addition, the G800 was certified with a balanced field length take-off distance of 5,812 feet/1,771 meters and a landing distance of 3,105 ft/946 m (standard ISA day, sea level), both shorter than initially announced, giving customers access to more airports.

“With the certification of the G800, Gulfstream has again exceeded expectations thanks to the expertise and rigor of our flight test, certification and manufacturing teams,” said Mark Burns, President, Gulfstream. “The G800 marks the latest evolution of business aviation as we continue to build the nextgeneration fleet and bring industry-leading performance and efficiency to the market. With the capability enhancements we have achieved, Gulfstream customers will greatly benefit from the increased flexibility and range the G800 offers.”

CERTIFICATION MILESTONES

In September 2023, Gulfstream announced that the all-new Gulfstream G800 Rolls-Royce Pearl 700 engines have earned Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification, bringing the aircraft programme another step closer towards entry into service and customer deliveries. “The G800 is introducing new standards for efficiency and performance in the business aviation industry thanks to the combination of Gulfstream aerodynamics and the Pearl 700’s efficiencies. We are seeing great demand for the technology, cabin comfort and ultralong-range capabilities the G800 will provide our customers,” said Mark Burns, President, Gulfstream.

Earlier in May 2023, Gulfstream’s all-new ultralong-range Gulfstream G800 made its Continental debut, arriving in Geneva for the 2023 European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE2023). The aircraft flew from Savannah to Geneva on a blend of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from Gulfstream’s dedicated supply. Till then, all G800 test flights originating from Gulfstream’s Savannah headquarters have flown on a SAF blend.

The Gulfstream G800 had made its first international flight on July 15, 2022, just weeks after the aircraft’s first flight. The G800 flew from Savannah to Gulfstream Customer Support’s Farnborough, England, facility in support of Gulfstream’s participation in the Farnborough International Airshow. The G800 made its first flight on June 28 and shortly thereafter, the Gulfstream flight test team completed additional testing requirements, including a long duration flight of more than eight hours.

UNMATCHED COMFORT AND INNOVATIONS

The G800 is a marvel of performance and efficiency as it cruises for a globe-sweeping 8,200 nm/15,186 km at Mach 0.85. Extend your reach to more people and places around the world in a single flight. The G800 links you nonstop to more destinations around the world than any other business aircraft. As you fly greater distances at top speeds, you gain time, the most precious commodity of all. Gulfstream’s high-speed range advantage can save you up to 1.5 hours on flights longer than 6,500 nm/12,038 km.

Enjoy the freedom of a cabin that accommodates all your moments, from focused work to relaxation and sleep. An elegantly appointed interior outfitted with the finest materials surrounds you in comfort and convenience. Stay connected with high-speed Wi-Fi coverage and breathe easy in an environment of 100 per cent fresh air, renewed every two to three minutes and purified by our plasma ionization system. High-definition LED lighting allows you to finetune your interior environment and ease into new time zones, or choose our ultrahigh-definition upgrade featuring circadian rhythm technology to further enhance your cabin experience.

NEXT-GENERATION ADVANCEMENTS

Rolls-Royce Pearl 700 engines team up with Gulfstream’s aerodynamic fuselage, clean wing and all-new winglets to power you farther faster while delivering impressive fuel-efficiency. Gulfstream’s next-generation fleet leads the industry, with fuel-efficiency gains as much as 33 per cent over predecessor models. “The Gulfstream team never ceases to test the boundaries of what is possible while ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality and customer commitment we are known for,” said Burns. “We have been preparing for this accomplishment and are poised for a seamless G800 entry into service as US and European customer deliveries begin.”

Gulfstream’s award-winning Symmetry Flight Deck has revolutionised business aviation with vast improvements in safety and efficiency. Active control sidesticks—an industry first—increase nonverbal communication between pilots through tactile cues. Ten touch-screen displays—the most extensive use in business aviation—work in sync with Phase-of-Flight intelligence to reduce pilot workload and aircraft startup time. Plus, flight deck commonalities across our large cabin aircraft streamline pilot certification and fleet management. The dual head-up display features Gulfstream’s new Combined Vision System (CVS) that unites Enhanced Flight Vision System (EFVS) and Synthetic Vision System (SVS) in a single image, helping increase pilot situational awareness and access to more airports.

The G800 presents a compelling combination of highspeed aerodynamics and fuel-efficient engines to decrease emissions and save flying time for the customers. Equipped with latest advancements in technology and innovation, the G800 adds the industry’s longest range to Gulfstream’s aircraft portfolio.