Gulfstream G500

Gulfstream G500

• Manufacturer: Gulfstream Aerospace
• Model Type: Large cabin, long-range business jet
• First Flight: May 18, 2015
• Production Period: 2018 – Present
• Units Produced: Over 150 (as of 2025)
• Certifications: FAA, EASA
• Price (current or launch price): Approximately $50 million
• Primary Use/Target Market: Business aviation, luxury travel

Configuration

• Seating capacity: Up to 19 passengers, with sleeping accommodations for up to 8
• Wing type: High-performance wing with advanced aerodynamics and winglets

Dimensions

• Length: 91.2 feet (27.77 meters)
• Wingspan: 87.1 feet (26.59 meters)
• Height: 25.4 feet (7.74 meters)

Engines

• Engine model(s): 2 Pratt & Whitney Canada PW814GA turbofan engines
• Engine power/thrust: 15,144 lbf (67.35 kN) each

Cabin Details

• Cabin length: 41.6 feet (12.67 meters)
• Cabin width: 7.9 feet (2.41 meters)
• Cabin height: 6.4 feet (1.95 meters)
• Passenger comfort features:
• Spacious cabin with multiple living areas
• Large panoramic oval windows for natural light
• Low cabin altitude of 4,850 feet at cruising altitude
• Gulfstream Cabin Management System for controlling lighting, temperature, and entertainment
• High-speed Ka-band internet connectivity

Notable Features

• Advanced Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck with active control sidesticks
• Enhanced Flight Vision System (EFVS) with head-up displays
• High-thrust Pratt & Whitney engines for superior performance
• Efficient wing design for improved range and fuel efficiency
• State-of-the-art noise reduction for a quieter cabin experience

Performance

• Maximum takeoff weight (MTOW): 79,600 lbs (36,106 kg)
• Maximum speed: Mach 0.925 (982 km/h)
• Cruise speed: Mach 0.90 (956 km/h)
• Range: 5,300 nautical miles (9,816 km)
• Service ceiling: 51,000 feet

Achievements/Records

• Multiple city-pair speed records, including Washington, D.C., to Geneva and San Francisco to Tokyo
• Recognized for exceptional performance, cabin comfort, and cutting-edge technology

Safety Record

The G500 has an excellent safety record, featuring state-of-the-art avionics and safety systems to enhance pilot awareness and operational reliability.