Inside Look: Gulfstream’s Brand-New G800

Ultra-long-range flagship blends speed, range, and cabin comfort.

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Cockpit of G800 [Credit: Ryan Ewing]
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Key Takeaways:

  • The Gulfstream G800 is the manufacturer's newest large-cabin jet, showcased at NBAA-BACE after its first delivery in August, representing a pinnacle in performance and efficiency with enhanced range.
  • It boasts an impressive maximum range of 8,200 nm at Mach 0.85, an increased top operating speed of Mach 0.935, and is powered by Rolls-Royce Pearl 700 engines, suitable for ultra-long-haul missions.
  • The G800 features a luxurious cabin with four customizable living areas for up to 19 passengers, low cabin altitude, and advanced air purification, alongside Gulfstream's sophisticated, pilot-friendly Symmetry Flight Deck.
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Gulfstream’s newest jet, the G800, made an appearance at this year’s NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition in Las Vegas, offering the media an up-close look at the manufacturer’s “marvel of performance and efficiency.”

The twin-engine jet, which completed FAA and EASA certifications earlier this year, represents the pinnacle of Gulfstream’s large-cabin lineup, combining the performance of the G700 with even more range.

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General Dynamics stated the Gulfstream G800 has ‘greater capabilities than originally anticipated’ and highlighted its maximum operating speed that has jumped from Mach 0.925 to Mach 0.935. [Courtesy: Gulfstream Aerospace]

The G800 is powered by Rolls-Royce Pearl 700 engines and shares the same wing design as the G700. With a maximum range of 8,200 nm at Mach 0.85—or 7,000 nm at Mach 0.90—the aircraft is built for nonstop missions such as New York to Hong Kong or Dallas to Dubai, according to the company.

Inside, the cabin features Gulfstream’s signature oval windows, four distinct living areas, and customizable layouts designed to accommodate up to 19 passengers. The demonstrator at NBAA-BACE featured forward and aft lounges, full galley, and private suite options tailored to long-range operations.

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G800 interior [Credit: Ryan Ewing]

The interior continues Gulfstream’s emphasis on low cabin altitude—less than 3,000 feet at 41,000 feet cruising altitude—and advanced air purification systems. 

In the cockpit, Gulfstream’s Symmetry Flight Deck returns, featuring active control sidesticks, touchscreen avionics, and enhanced vision system (EVS) combined with heads-up display (HUD). The layout continues Gulfstream’s move toward pilot-friendly, intuitive controls seen across the G500 and G600 series.

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G800 flight deck [Credit: Ryan Ewing]

The first G800 was delivered in August

Ryan Ewing

Ryan is Sr. Director of Digital for Firecrown's Aviation Group. In 2013, he founded AirlineGeeks.com, a leading trade publication covering the airline industry. Since then, his work has been featured in several publications and news outlets, including CNN, WJLA, CNET, and Business Insider. During his time in the airline industry, he's worked in roles pertaining to airport/airline operations while holding a B.S. in Air Transportation Management from Arizona State University along with an MBA. Previously, he worked for a Part 135 operator and later a major airline. Ryan is also an Adjunct Instructor at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
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