G700 Achieves New Speed Milestones
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has revealed that the Gulfstream G700, an ultralarge-cabin aircraft, has surpassed 65 city-pair speed records recently.
Record-Breaking Flights
The recent record-setting journeys include a flight from Savannah to Honolulu. This flight covered a distance of 4,090 nautical miles or 7,574 kilometers in 8 hours and 52 minutes, maintaining an average speed of Mach 0.90. Another speed record was achieved when the aircraft flew 6,507 nautical miles or 12,051 kilometers from Los Angeles to Sydney in just 14 hours and 26 minutes.
Pending Official Recognition
The latest records are awaiting official approval from the U.S. National Aeronautic Association and the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale in Switzerland to be recognized as world records.
Exceptional Cabin Features
The G700 boasts the most spacious cabin in the industry, featuring the Gulfstream Cabin Experience. It offers 100% fresh air, whisper-quiet noise levels, natural light through 20 Gulfstream Panoramic Oval Windows, and the lowest cabin altitude in the industry.
Impressive Speed and Range
This aircraft is capable of flying 7,750 nautical miles or 14,353 kilometers at Mach 0.85 or 6,650 nautical miles or 12,316 kilometers at Mach 0.90. It also has a maximum operating speed of Mach 0.935, making it the fastest in the Gulfstream fleet.
Global Interest and Customer Showcase
“Gulfstream continues to see remarkable interest in the G700 around the world, and we are pleased to take it directly to our customers to showcase the extensive capabilities this industry-leading aircraft has to offer. The G700 is unmatched in performing these record-setting flights and illustrates its unique combination of speed, range and cabin size.”
Mark Burns
President, Gulfstream
YOU ASKED…
What is the maximum speed of the Gulfstream G700?
The Gulfstream G700 can reach a maximum operating speed of Mach 0.935.
How far can the G700 travel at Mach 0.85?
At Mach 0.85, the G700 can fly 7,750 nautical miles or 14,353 kilometers.
What are the unique cabin features of the G700?
The G700 features the Gulfstream Cabin Experience, which includes 100% fresh air, whisper-quiet noise levels, and natural light from 20 panoramic oval windows.
Are the G700’s recent speed records officially recognized?
The speed records are currently pending approval from the U.S. National Aeronautic Association and the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale.
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