G800 Marks Gulfstream’s 800th Speed Record, Sets Farthest Fastest Flight in Business Aviation History
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced two major milestones: The company’s next-generation G800 achieved the Gulfstream fleet’s 800th city pair speed record and then completed the farthest fastest flight in business aviation history.
The G800 secured the 800th city pair speed record earlier in June with a flight from Reykjavik, Iceland, to Savannah.
The aircraft travelled 2,973 nautical miles/5,505 kilometres in 5 hours and 52 minutes at an average cruise speed of Mach 0.91. On June 28, the G800 completed a separate record-setting mission from Melbourne, Australia, to Moline, Illinois.
The flight covered 8,303 nm/15,377 km in 16 hours and 56 minutes at an average cruise speed of Mach 0.85.
“With every new aircraft, Gulfstream continues to push the boundaries of performance for our customers,” said Mark Burns, president, Gulfstream. “Reaching our 800th city pair speed record and completing the farthest fastest flight in our industry’s history demonstrates the strength of our next-generation fleet and the advanced capabilities of the G800.”
Gulfstream aircraft have now achieved 815 speed records across the fleet, including 15 set by the G800 since entering service in August 2025.
The G800 is designed for long-range missions, offering a range of 8,200 nm/15,186 km at Mach 0.85 and 7,000 nm/12,964 km at its high-speed cruise of Mach 0.90. The aircraft can also fly 8,000 nm/14,816 km at Mach 0.87 and features a maximum operating speed of Mach 0.935, allowing operators to maximise mission flexibility while maintaining optimal fuel efficiency and operational reliability.
The G800 features a low cabin altitude of 2,840 feet/866 meters when flying at 41,000 ft/12,497 m, 100% fresh air replenished every two to three minutes, a plasma ionization air purification system and 16 Gulfstream Panoramic Oval Windows. The interior can be configured with up to four living areas or three living areas and a crew compartment, ideal for the ultralong flights the G800 can make.
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