Gulfstream Aerospace announced yesterday at EBACE in Geneva, Switzerland, that its long-range flag bearer of the current fleet, the G650ER, has received EASA certification for private operations (including charter), up to 100,000 pounds. In the meantime, the G650ER has set records, showing off its dance with Mach 0.90 during its latest flight from Teterboro Airport, in New Jersey, to Nice Côte d’Azur Aeroport, in France, clocked at 6 hours, 22 minutes.
Gulfstream Provides Updates at EBACE
Key Takeaways:
- The Gulfstream G650ER received EASA certification for private operations up to 100,000 lbs and set a new speed record, flying from Teterboro to Nice in 6 hours, 22 minutes at Mach 0.90.
- Development of the G500/G600 series is on track for 2018/2019 deliveries, with the G500 reaching Mach 0.995 in flight tests and featuring an active-control sidestick and Symmetry Flight Deck.
- Gulfstream showcased its commitment to clean energy by flying G450 and G550 aircraft to EBACE using a renewable fuel blend, marking their first trans-Atlantic flights with the company's own sustainable fuel supply.
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