Gulfstream Aerospace and parent company General Dynamics announced Wednesday that the brand-new G800 has received certification from both the FAA and European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).
The news comes less than three months after the Rolls-Royce Pearl 700 engines on both the G800 and Gulfstream G700 received FAA certification.
According to an emailed news release from General Dynamics, the G800 boasts the world’s longest range for a private business jet of 8,200 nautical miles at a long-range cruise speed of Mach 0.85.
The G800 is also capable of traveling 7,000 nm at its high-speed cruise of Mach 0.90 or an “unprecedented” 8,000 nm at Mach 0.87.
General Dynamics said the jet had “greater capabilities than originally anticipated” and highlighted its maximum operating speed that has jumped from Mach 0.925 to Mach 0.935.
“The ultra-long-range, high-speed performance and enhanced fuel efficiency of the G800 can be attributed to the combination of Rolls-Royce Pearl 700 engines and the Gulfstream-designed aerodynamic wing and winglet,” the release stated.
The company said the G800 was certified with a balanced field length takeoff distance of 5,812 feet and a landing distance of 3,105 feet—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,” Gulfstream president Mark Burns said in the release. “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. With the capability enhancements we have achieved, Gulfstream customers will greatly benefit from the increased flexibility and range the G800 offers.”
Like the Gulfstream G700, the G800 offers the industry’s lowest cabin altitude of 2,840 feet when flying at 41,000 feet. The jet includes 16 Gulfstream panoramic oval windows and a “whisper-quiet” interior that can be arranged with up to four living areas or three living areas and a dedicated crew compartment.
A photo of the jet included in an accompanying news release from Gulfstream shows it flying over the sea with a sleek, glossy finish.
“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 U.S. and European customer deliveries begin.”
FAA acting administrator Chris Rocheleau broke news of the certification with a social media post Wednesday morning.
“Certifying aircraft designs as safe to fly is one of the FAA’s most important functions,” Rocheleau wrote on X. “Today I’m proud to recognize the FAA certification team’s work in approving an amended type certificate for the Gulfstream G800, which will be one of the longest-range business jets.”
FLYING reached out to the FAA for additional comments.
