Gulfstream Aerospace: aircraft manufacturer

Gulfstream Aerospace is an American aerospace manufacturer. Currently, the company is led by Mark Bruns, the CEO. The company’s main factory and headquarters are located in Georgia, in the city of Savannah. Since their creation in 1957, the company in the aerospace industry has been manufacturing private jets for business aviation. Today, the manufacturer is a giant in the private aircraft manufacturing industry alongside manufacturers such as Bombardier, Cessna, or Dassault. Gulfstream aircraft are used by many intercontinental airlines. AEROAFFAIRES invites you to discover the history, fleet, and actions of this aircraft manufacturer and expert in aviation.

Gulfstream today:
Some figures:
2,800: This is the number of Gulfstream aircraft in circulation worldwide.

13,313: This is the number of employees working for the manufacturer.

1957: The year of the company’s creation

Gulfstream, a manufacturer committed to ecology:
Gulfstream works in the creation of business jets, but not only. It notably supports a responsible approach on a daily basis within its company and operates for other missions in private aviation. Since its creation, the manufacturer has continually created increasingly efficient aircraft, at the cutting edge of technology and applying various innovations. However, these creations must also fit into the current climate and meet the expectations and developments in the industry. Thus, the company strives to better respect the ecological domain by adopting a responsible production approach and creating more sustainable aircraft. Their goal is to minimize their impact on pollutant emissions and to halve these emissions by 2050. Firstly, the company tries to limit the journeys and transportation of spare parts for its aircraft. Indeed, the wings of the planes, for example, are machined on the same site as the general production of its aircraft. Similarly, thanks to studies on the aerodynamics of its private jets, they consume less fuel in flight and emit less CO2. Furthermore, they increasingly use sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). This can allow for a reduction of 60% in CO2 emissions. Finally, pollution can also mean noise pollution, and the engines of Gulfstream’s business jets are designed to be among the quietest in the industry.

The other actions taken by Gulfstream
The American manufacturer does not exclusively produce private jets for business aviation. Gulfstream also engages in special missions, particularly with the air force. More than 40 countries have adopted its aircraft, with approximately 200 units supplied solely for these missions. Additionally, Gulfstream has delivered ambulance planes for medical and sanitary evacuations. These are fully modular within their cabins and allow for the installation of complete and advanced medical equipment, as well as stretchers and facilities for medical staff. Gulfstream has also worked for the space sector, having sold four models of the Gulfstream III to NASA for astronaut training in landing space shuttles.

The history of Gulfstream Aerospace
The first private jets from the Gulfstream manufacturer from 1957 to 1979
1957: This is the year of the creation of Gulfstream.
1958: This year marks the first flight of the Gulfstream I private jet. It begins its services in civil aviation the following year.
1966: A new business jet, the Gulfstream GII, is born. This year, it performs a transatlantic flight from the United States to Europe, without any stops! The GII is the first private aircraft to achieve this feat.
1967: The aerospace division of the aerospace group settles in Savannah (Georgia, USA). It will become their permanent site.
1973: NASA acquires two GII aircraft to train the aerospace team in the landing phases of a space shuttle. Some technical features of the private jet were modified for this occasion, particularly in the cockpit.
1979: After the GI and GII, here comes the arrival and first flight of the Gulfstream GIII.

The first private jets from the Gulfstream manufacturer from 1985 to 1999
1985: The aerospace company continues to expand with the introduction of the Gulfstream GIV. With each new model, the manufacturer increases the performance of its private jets. Indeed, this one has a greater range than the previous models, with a range of 7,778 km. Furthermore, it is the first aircraft equipped with computers and digital tools in the cockpit, greatly enhancing the aircraft’s safety.
1995: With a range of 12,000 km and advanced technologies, the Gulfstream GV completes the first range of the American manufacturer. It enters service two years later.
1999: The General Dynamics group acquires the Gulfstream manufacturer for $5.3 billion. It then becomes one of its main shareholders. This company also manufactured aircraft intended for the air force.

A new era of aircraft production for the Gulfstream manufacturer
Gulfstream Aerospace from 2001 to 2011:
2001: The company acquires a company in the aerospace sector: Galaxy Aerospace. The latter manufactures aircraft named “Galaxy” which Gulfstream renames Gulfstream G100 and Gulfstream G200.
2002 – 2009: The manufacturer successively reveals the arrival of increasingly efficient business jets. The Gulfstream G550 performs its first flight in 2002, the Gulfstream G450 in 2003, the Gulfstream G150 in 2005, and the Gulfstream G650 in 2009 along with the Gulfstream G280 the same year.
2011: The private jet manufacturer makes headlines as its G450 aircraft is the first private jet other than a commercial airliner to make a transatlantic flight using biofuels.
2011: The manufacturer launches its Gulfstream FAST (Field and Airborne Support Teams) maintenance program, which consists of support teams on the ground and in flight.

Gulfstream Aerospace from 2012 to 2014:
2012: After the introduction of the G650 to the market, it is described as the fastest private jet. At that time, it also holds the world record for the fastest circumnavigation, completed in 41 hours and 7 minutes with 3 stops.
2014: The G650 ER enters the market. This one dethrones the G650 by performing a circumnavigation with only one stop. Qatar Executive, a subsidiary of the business aviation branch of Qatar Airways, is the largest operational owner of the G650 ER in the world.
The business jets of the Gulfstream manufacturer are increasingly efficient and connected at the forefront of technology. The company continually reinvents itself and offers evolving aircraft over time. This will be observed especially with the latest generation of the manufacturer’s aircraft.

The Gulfstream manufacturer and its new generation of private jets
The years 2014 to 2016:
2014: The manufacturer presents its next two private jets, the Gulfstream G500 and the Gulfstream G600. Combined with technology and improvements in cabin comfort, as well as in the performance of the aircraft. This is also an opportunity for the manufacturer to introduce enhancements in the cockpit, notably with touchscreen displays and side controls.
2015 – 2016: Respectively, these are the first flights of the G500 and G600. They enter the market in 2018 and 2019.

The years 2020 to 2021:
2020: One year after its announcement in 2019, the new model, the Gulfstream G700, performs its first flight. This business jet features the most spacious cabin in this air sector with a modular cabin creating several living spaces within the same aircraft.
2021: Finally, this year the American manufacturer unveils its two future business jets: the Gulfstream G800, which will appear on the market in 2023, and the Gulfstream G400, which will arrive in 2025. These two aircraft are evolutions of previous models. They are currently their most efficient aircraft.

The Gulfstream fleet of private jets
As we observed in the history of the manufacturer, Gulfstream has crafted many private jets throughout its existence. We present to you the current fleet of business aircraft and the specifics of their rentals.

The G280
This business jet has a range of 6,667 km, making it an ideal aircraft for medium and long-haul trips. Within its cabin, you can carry 10 passengers. However, the cabin can be modularized to create different spaces. Moreover, it is possible to travel with 5 people in a configuration with sleeping beds. Lastly, stay connected even in flight with a Wi-Fi connection aboard the aircraft. Example of pricing per route: London – New York from €68,650.

The G400
This model of aircraft is among the last two jets announced by the manufacturer. It will enter the market in 2025. It already guarantees numerous achievements, ensuring safe journeys and unmatched comfort. This private jet will be capable of traveling a distance of 7,778 km with a standard configuration or with sleeping beds. It will accommodate up to 11 people on board (or 4 with the sleeping configuration).

The G500
It is the evolution of the Gulfstream GV; this private aircraft offers 3 modular spaces. It is an ideal business jet for long-haul flights, as it has a range of 9,816 km. On board, 19 passengers can be carried, or 8 people in the sleeping configuration. And of course, all this in the ideal comfort that the manufacturer emphasizes in all its aircraft. Example of pricing per route: Los Angeles – Tokyo from €131,200.

The G600
Here, up to 4 adjustable spaces are available within this private jet. The 19 passengers can relax in this luxurious cabin or enjoy the interior layout to remain productive throughout the flight. The range of this private jet is very important, at 12,223 km, allowing it to reach many destinations without stops. Example of pricing per route: Nice – Los Angeles from €115,000.

The G650
Similar to the G600, the stylish cabin of this jet can be divided into 4 distinct spaces. With a range of nearly 14,000 km, it makes it one of the business jets with the largest distance capability. Speed, efficiency, and comfort are the keywords of this business jet. Accommodating on board 10 passengers wishing to sleep or 19 in the standard configuration, this combination of design and technology is ideal for long-haul journeys. Example of pricing per route: Hong Kong – Milan from €123,200.

The G700
The G700 has a very large cabin space. This can be divided into 5 distinct living areas. The cabin experience is perfect with optimized seats and beds for your greatest comfort. This business jet transports 13 people lying down or 19 passengers over a distance of nearly 14,000 km. Example of pricing per route: Paris – Los Angeles from €106,800.

The G800
Announced at the same time as the G400, this one will enter the market in 2023. This private jet is an ultra-long-range aircraft with almost 15,000 km of autonomy. On board, all the latest technologies and designs are combined. 19 passengers can travel on this state-of-the-art model, and 10 can travel with a sleeping arrangement.

Discover the other Gulfstream private jets: G150, G200, G300, G450, G550, GI, GII, GIII, GIV, GV.

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