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Redefining Luxury & Performance

Gulfstream G500 is a technological marvel making business and comfort possible at 51,000 feet

Issue: 11-2023By Ayushee ChaudharyPhoto(s): By Gulfstream
THE G500’S CABIN IS METICULOUSLY DESIGNED TO OFFER THE UTMOST IN COMFORT AND STYLE WITH THE LARGEST PANORAMIC WINDOWS IN BUSINESS AVIATION. THE SPACIOUS AND ERGONOMIC INTERIORS ARE CRAFTED WITH THE FINEST MATERIALS, PROVIDING AN OASIS OF TRANQUILITY.

The class-leading G500 is Gulfstream’s award-winning next-generation business jet which was also put on display at the Dubai Airshow 2023. The G500 holds nearly 60 city-pair speed records, was the first aircraft certified to use enhanced vision to land and was recently certified for steep approach by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), unlocking access to even more destinations worldwide. In the world of elite business aviation, the Gulfstream G500 stands as an example of innovation, luxury, and performance, redefining the standards of what is possible in private air travel. This twin-engine business jet is equipped with cutting-edge Pratt & Whitney Canada PW814GA engines, propelling it to a maximum speed of Mach 0.925. With a range of 5,300 nautical miles, the G500 can effortlessly link cities such as New York and Dubai, or London and Los Angeles nonstop. The G500’s ability to navigate challenging airports expands the horizons for business leaders, ensuring that no opportunity is out of reach.

A CABIN FOR COMFORT IN THE SKY

The G500’s cabin is meticulously designed to offer the utmost in comfort and style. The spacious and ergonomic interiors are crafted with the finest materials, providing an oasis of tranquility at 51,000 feet. The cabin layout that offers up to 3 living areas, can be customised to suit the unique preferences of its owner. Whether it’s a lavish lounge area for business meetings, a serene bedroom for relaxation, or a well-appointed kitchen for gourmet dining, the Gulfstream G500 adapts to the lifestyle of its passengers seamlessly. The tall and wide G500 cabin offers great flexibility, including the option of a forward or an aft galley and an aft stateroom lit by four panoramic oval windows and a generous aisle. It also comes with fourteen windows—the largest in business aviation—offering abundant natural light and sweeping views of the world.

With a high-speed cruise of Mach 0.90 and the long-range, it can be said it gifts time. Fewer flight hours also mean longer periods between scheduled maintenance visits, higher potential aircraft value and fresher crews. Assuring to be the quietest in business aviation, the G500 cabin provides a peaceful environment and refreshed arrival thanks to 100 per cent fresh air and an ultralow cabin altitude.

A LUXURIOUS AND INNOVATIVE TRANSIT

Gulfstream has a rich legacy of introducing groundbreaking technologies, and the G500 is no exception. With its clean-sheet engineering and aircraft design, class-leading fuel-efficiency and Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck, G500 ushers in an ultramodern era of flight.

The aircraft meets rigorous international safety standards and goes above and beyond with advanced safety features. Enhanced vision systems, predictive analytics, and comprehensive monitoring systems contribute to an unparalleled level of safety. The PlaneView cockpit offers pilots unprecedented situational awareness, and the G500’s fly-by-wire technology enhances control and stability, even in challenging weather conditions.

THE GULFSTREAM G500 FUSES TECHNOLOGICAL PROWESS WITH THE ART OF TRAVEL WHERE LUXURY, EFFICIENCY, AND SUSTAINABILITY COEXIST SEAMLESSLY AT 51,000 FEET. THE G500 SETS A NEW STANDARD FOR WHAT IS POSSIBLE IN THE SKIES.

In an era where sustainability is a global imperative, the Gulfstream G500 is designed with fuel efficiency in mind, optimising performance while minimising environmental impact. Outfitted with high-thrust engines, Gulfstream’s aerodynamic wing and advanced avionics, the G500 is 33 per cent more fuelefficient than previous-generation aircraft.

The G500’s success is not just measured by its range, speed, or luxurious interiors, it’s also about the seamless integration of these elements into an aircraft that offers a transformative experience for its passengers. Gulfstream G500 has received awards including the BIG Innovation Award for its influence on worldwide travel thanks to the introduction of the Symmetry Flight Deck and the safety advancements; the Aviation Week’s 2017 Technology Laureate Award for the active control sidesticks and Flying’s Editors’ Choice Award. The Gulfstreamdesigned seats on the G500 have also earned the International Yacht & Aviation Award.

SPECIFICATIONS: G500

PERFORMANCE 
Maximum Range5,300 nm | 9,816 km
High-Speed CruiseMach 0.90
Long-Range CruiseMach 0.85
Maximum Operating Mach Number (Mmo)Mach 0.925
Takeoff Distance (SL, ISA , MTOW )5,300 ft | 1,615 m
Initial Cruise Altitude43,000 ft | 13,106 m
Maximum Cruise Altitude51,000 ft | 15,545 m
WEIGHTS 
Maximum Takeoff79,600 lb | 36,106 kg
Maximum Landing64,350 lb | 29,189 kg
Maximum Zero Fuel52,100 lb | 23,632 kg
Basic Operating (including 3 crew)46,850 lb | 21,251 kg
Maximum Payload5,250 lb | 2,381 kg
Maximum Payload/Full Fuel2,900 lb | 1,315 kg
Maximum Fuel30,250 lb | 13,721 kg
SYSTEMS 
AvionicsGulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
EnginesTwo Pratt & Whitney PW814GA
Rated Takeoff Thrust (each)15,144 lb | 67.36 kN
MEASUREMENTS 
Finished Cabin Height6 ft 2 in | 1.88 m
Finished Cabin Width7 ft 7 in | 2.31 m
Cabin Length (excluding baggage)41 ft 6 in | 12.65 m
Total Interior Length47 ft 7 in | 14.50 m
Cabin Volume1,715 cu ft | 48.56 cu m
Baggage Compartment Volume175 cu ft | 4.96 cu m
Exterior Height25 ft 6 in | 7.77 m
Exterior Length91 ft 2 in | 27.79 m
Overall Wingspan86 ft 4 in | 26.31 m

Source: www.gulfstream.com