New Gulfstream G300 Makes First Flight

Business jet cruises for nearly two and a half hours at Mach 0.75.

Zach Vasile

Friday, December 05, 2025 at 01:00 PM ET

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Gulfstream's new G300 [Credit: Gulfstream]

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Gulfstream's new G300 super-midsize business jet successfully completed its maiden flight, initiating its flight testing program.
Described as a "game changer" for its category, the G300 offers large-cabin features in a mid-size aircraft and is set to replace the G280.
It features a range of up to 3,600 nm, seating for up to 10 passengers with two living areas, and advanced cabin comfort systems.

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Gulfstream’s new super-midsize business jet took flight for the first time on Friday.

The first G300 took off from Ben Gurion International Airport (LLBG) in Israel and flew for 2 hours and 25 minutes at a speed of Mach 0.75 and an altitude of 30,000 feet, the company said. The type will now begin flight testing.