- World’s Longest-Range Business Aircraft Certified with Enhanced Performance Capabilities
SAVANNAH, Ga., April 16, 2025 — Gulfstream Aerospace Corp., a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE:GD), today announced that the all-new Gulfstream G800 — the world’s longest-range business aircraft — has earned type certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), along with certification from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). The aircraft has achieved these milestones with even greater performance capabilities than originally anticipated.
The certifications confirm enhanced performance for the G800, including a range of 8,200 nautical miles (15,186 kilometers) at the long-range cruise speed of Mach 0.85 — an increase of 200 nm (370 km) over the original projections. The G800 can also fly 7,000 nm (12,964 km) at its high-speed cruise of Mach 0.90, or an unprecedented 8,000 nm (14,816 km) at Mach 0.87. Its maximum operating speed has increased to Mach 0.935 from Mach 0.925.
Additionally, the G800 was certified with a balanced field length takeoff distance of 5,812 feet (1,771 meters) and a landing distance of 3,105 feet (946 meters) — both shorter than initially announced — providing customers with 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,” said Mark Burns, president of Gulfstream. “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.”
The G800 features unparalleled cabin comfort, including the industry’s lowest cabin altitude of 2,840 feet (866 meters) when flying at 41,000 feet (12,497 meters) — shared with the Gulfstream G700. It also includes 100% fresh air, a plasma ionization air purification system, and 16 Gulfstream Panoramic Oval Windows. The whisper-quiet interior can be configured with up to four living areas or three living areas and a dedicated crew compartment.
The G800’s ultralong-range, high-speed performance and enhanced fuel efficiency are attributed to its combination of Rolls-Royce Pearl 700 engines and a Gulfstream-designed aerodynamic wing and winglet.
“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.”
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. is a business unit of General Dynamics, a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people worldwide and generated $47.7 billion in revenue in 2024. More information about Gulfstream is available at gulfstream.com. More information about General Dynamics is available at gd.com.
