Gulfstream delivered the first ultra-long-range G800 aircraft in August 2025. [Credit: Gulfstream Aerospace]
Key Takeaways:
Gulfstream's G800 recently completed the fastest, farthest flight ever by a business jet, covering 8,303 nautical miles from Melbourne, Australia, to Moline, Illinois.
The G800 also achieved Gulfstream's 800th city pair speed record, contributing to the manufacturer's total of 815 fleet speed records.
Boasting an 8,300 nm range and a top speed of Mach 0.935, the G800 is a high-performance ultra-long-range jet designed to compete with models like Bombardier's Global 8000.
This week, Gulfstream Aerospace’s ultra-long-range G800 completed the fastest, farthest flight ever by a business jet, according to the manufacturer.
Gulfstream announced the milestone in a news release Wednesday that also highlighted the company’s 800th city pair speed record, also achieved—fittingly—by the G800.
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Jack is a staff writer covering advanced air mobility, including everything from drones to unmanned aircraft systems to space travel—and a whole lot more. He spent close to two years reporting on drone delivery for FreightWaves, covering the biggest news and developments in the space and connecting with industry executives and experts. Jack is also a basketball aficionado, a frequent traveler and a lover of all things logistics.
