The G280 sits in an interesting spot – bigger than light jets, smaller than heavy iron, but with range that punches up a class. Here’s what the numbers actually mean.
Speed and Range
Mach 0.80 cruise speed. That’s around 460 knots true airspeed. Gets you places quickly for a super-midsize.
Range is the headline number: 3,600 nm with four passengers. That’s New York to London. Teterboro to London City direct. Opens up transatlantic capability without needing a large cabin aircraft.
Cabin Reality
Seats up to 10 but realistically comfortable with 6-8. Flat floor throughout the cabin. Stand-up height for most people – 6’3″ cabin height.
Galley is small but functional. External baggage compartment is generous – 120 cubic feet. You can actually bring luggage on this thing.
Performance
Takes off in under 5,000 feet at typical weights. Can use shorter runways than many competitors. Lands in 2,700 feet which opens up more airports.
High-altitude performance is solid. Certified to 45,000 feet, gets there relatively quickly.
Operating Costs
Burns around 240 gallons per hour at typical cruise settings. Not cheap, but competitive for the class. Maintenance intervals are reasonable.
Compared to Competition
Citation Longitude and Praetor 500 are the main competitors. G280 has slightly better range than the Longitude. Praetor edges it on cabin width. All three are capable aircraft.
The Gulfstream badge carries weight for charter operations. Recognizable name helps with passenger confidence.
