Gulfstream G650 - all the details about the legend of business aviation

In 2009, the American corporation introduced the Gulfstream 650 aircraft, the technical characteristics of which showed the aviation achievements of Gulfstream Aerospace. An ultra-sized and high-speed business jet has become a reference among business aviation models. By 2019, the company has produced more than 355 aircraft.

• Cruising speed - Mach 0.85
• Maximum operating speed - Mach 0.925
• Maximum flight range – 12,964 km
• Maximum flight altitude — 15 545 m
• Takeoff distance — 1,786 m
• Maximum takeoff weight - 45 178 kg
• Maximum fuel - 20 049 kg
• Maximum payload - 2,948 kg (6,500 pounds)
• Maximum number of passengers - nineteen.

The airliner connects the most remote countries: despite long distances, passengers arrive fit and energetic thanks to the lowest barometric altitude in the cabin.

At a cruising speed of Mach 0.85, the aircraft can cover 12,964 km without landing. A flight across the Pacific Ocean, for example, from Tokyo to New York, the Gulfstream 650 overcomes an hour faster than other large airliners. But for flight to Cyprus by business jet of course it is not used.

Interesting fact. In aviation, we are talking about supersonic speeds, which change depending on the environment. The unit of measurement is the Mach number, equal to 1,198.8 km/h.

The maximum allowable operating speed is Mach 0.925. The aircraft is on the list of the fastest private aircraft - Gulfstream G650 is followed by Bombardier Global Express XRS/6000/5000 (588 mph) and Gulfstream G550/V/500 (585 mph)

The purchase of a functional and the fastest long-haul business jet with a modern cockpit for the flight crew will cost $65 million (more than 4.5 billion rubles). The price of the Gulfstream 650 aircraft is justified by the combination of speed and range - it is able to rise to a height of more than 15 km, overcoming adverse weather conditions and turbulence zones.

Interesting fact. The ideal height for large passenger aircraft is between 9 and 12 km. But the optimal altitude for each aircraft is determined based on technical characteristics, fuel consumption and the amount of oxygen in the air..

The American manufacturer stated that the design of the business jet began with the development of a cabin that can comfortably accommodate 19 passengers. But the optimal number is 11 people on board.

Depending on the purpose of the trip, the configuration of the cabin can be changed, equipping it as a place for relaxation, entertainment or meetings. With the help of a diagram and a photo of the salon, you can think over the location of all zones in advance.

Conditions for passengers of the Gulfstream 650 are as comfortable as possible: a cabin with a width of 2.49 m, an improved climate control system and advanced restaurant services. As for the last point, there are freezers, a convection oven and cupboards in the kitchen of the aircraft.

Huge panoramic windows over 70 cm highm and raised windows on the fuselage visually increase the space in the cabin. Passengers have a wide view and the opportunity to take gorgeous photos.

Interesting fact. The Gulfstream G650 is not yet included in the list of aircraft in the flight simulation computer game Microsoft Flight Simulator X-Plane (FSX).

One-of-a-kind, high-tech, and a true aerial office in the sky, Gulfstream continues the technological revolution in aviation.

Gulfstream G650ER

In 2014, the corporation introduced an improved version of the airliner - the Gulfstream Aerospace G650ER. Its main difference from the basic Gulfstream model is its increased flight range, which is 13,890 km. The fuel system has also been modernized, the control system has been improved for pilots.

Interesting fact

Gulfstream 650 is often used as a board for jet sharing over long distances - allows both the maximum range and the allowable number of passengers.

Gulfstream G650ER price increased to $71 million. But the Gulfstream G650ER can not only be bought, but also rented: the rental price starts from 10,000 euros (from 11,000 dollars).

In 2016, a Gulfstream 650ER became the first private jet to fly a 12-hour flight from New York to Beijing via the North Pole.

Specifications Gulfstream G650

• Engines — Rolls-Royce BR725
• Avionics - Gulfstream PlaneView ™ II

Fuselage dimensions

• Length - 30.40 m
• Height - 7.82 m
• Wingspan - 30.35 m.

Aircraft cabin dimensions (with interior)

• Length (with luggage compartment) - 16.33 m
• Height - 1.91 m
• Width - 2.49 m
• Volume - 60.54 m3.

Prices

• Rent — from 11.4 thousand dollars
• Purchase - from 65 million dollars.

Popular questions

What is the correct spelling of the name of the aircraft: Gulfstream 650ER or Gulfstream 650ER?

The spelling Golfstream is incorrect. The aircraft model, like the company itself, is named after the warm Gulf Stream (in the original - Gulf stream).

What is the identifier (international aircraft type code) of the Gulfstream Gee 650?

GLF6.

What else is the difference between the Gulfstream 650 and Gulfstream 650EP models, besides the flight range?

Fuel tanks size. The maximum fuel capacity of the Gulfstream G650ER has been increased by 1,634 kg to 21,863 kg.

Gulfstream G650 refueling cost?

387 thousand dollars (with an actual flight time of 200 hours per year).

How much does it cost to rent a Gulfstream G650 aircraft?

The average hourly rental is around $11,400.

Is it true that Elon Musk bought himself a high-speed Golfstream G650EP?

Yes, the billionaire bought a private jet in 2015.

How much does the new Gulfstream 650g business jet cost in 2021?

The average price is $68.5 million. The aircraft of previous releases will cost less: for example, a 2018 model costs about $50 million, and a 2020 model costs about $60 million.

Where are aircraft models put up for sale abroad?

One of the most famous units abroad is Controller.com. The query "GULFSTREAM G650 Aircraft For Sale" displays new and used business jets for sale. To see the available offers for renting an aircraft, you need to change the "Listing type" filter value "for sale" to "for lease".

Are Gulfstream G 650 aircraft popular in Russia?

Yes, the model is one of the most popular among the rich and high-ranking people of the country. For example, an airliner with tail number RA-10207 belongs to Novatek, and with the number RA-10204 belongs to Sberbank.