Gulfstream Aerospace and the Swiss Fédération Aéronautique Internationale confirmed last week the Savannah, Georgia, aircraft builder’s G280 super-midsize business jet set another FAI-sanctioned world speed record, this one between McClellan-Palomar Airport (CRQ) in Carlsbad, California, and Kona International Airport (HKO) in Kalaoa on the far west edge of the big island of Hawaii.
Gulfstream’s G280 Sets Speed Record
Key Takeaways:
- Gulfstream's G280 super-midsize business jet recently set a new FAI-sanctioned world speed record, completing a 2,257-nautical-mile flight from Carlsbad, California, to Kona, Hawaii, in 4 hours and 47 minutes at Mach 0.84.
- This latest achievement is the G280's 57th speed record since its introduction in November 2012, demonstrating its consistent high-speed performance even from challenging takeoffs.
- Beyond its speed records, the G280 offers significant operational versatility, including a 3,600 nm range for eight passengers at Mach 0.80 and certification for steep approaches at airports like London City.
Key takeaways sponsored by Aviator Pro | Start Your Training ->
See a mistake? Contact us.
