A Gulfstream G280 owner recently had the chance to show off the midsize business jet’s range on a nonstop flight from Chicago Aurora Municipal Airport to Tours Val de Loire Airport in France. The flight was the jet’s longest to date.
Gulfstream G280 Flaunts Long Range on Transatlantic Flight
Key Takeaways:
- A Gulfstream G280 completed its longest flight to date, traveling 3,922 nm nonstop from Chicago to Tours, France.
- The flight, piloted by WeatherTech CEO David MacNeil, took 7 hours and 40 minutes at an average speed of Mach 0.80 with five people on board.
- This transatlantic journey showcased the G280's exceptional long-range capability, fuel efficiency, and performance, exceeding its 3,600 nm listed range and landing with ample reserve fuel.
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