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GULFSTREAM G-IV SP(1999)

Specifications

Year1999
Serial NumberIV-1389
RegistrationN489VR
Total Hours18,042
LocationIAH
RegionNORTH AMERICA

Broker

GUARDIAN JET

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ZACHARY KOCH

704.288.6345

Aircraft Details

  • 18,042 total airframe hours and 8,682 cycles
  • Engines overhauled in 2025, both enrolled in Rolls-Royce Corporate Care (RRCC)
  • Engine 1: 17,289 hours since new, 221 hours since overhaul
  • Engine 2: 17,287 hours since new, 221 hours since overhaul
  • APU enrolled in JSSI, 15,313 hours since new
  • MSG-3 program coverage and Veyron maintenance tracking
  • 88 parameter flight data recorder
  • ADS-B equipped
  • Recently refurbished interior (2026) for 13 passengers: light tan leather club seating, conference group chairs, divan, light textured carpet, high-gloss brown wood veneer cabinetry
  • Aft galley, forward and aft lavatories
  • Freshly painted gray exterior in 2026
  • Home base: IAH (Houston Intercontinental)

About this Model

Overview

The Gulfstream G-IV SP is an updated G-IV variant built around a high-speed, long-range mission profile with a stand-up cabin and ample baggage capacity. It is commonly operated for North Atlantic and transcontinental U.S. flying, prioritizing cruise efficiency and cabin volume over the latest-generation avionics integration found in newer platforms.

Mission Fit

Mission planning typically centers on longer legs where the aircraft’s range and cabin comfort are fully utilized. It suits corporate and private operations needing a real conference-and-rest environment, while shorter, frequent legs may not leverage its strengths.

Cabin

The G-IV SP cabin is a true large-cabin environment with a flat floor, stand-up height, and separate zones that support working, dining, and rest. Typical layouts include a forward galley, a forward seating/club area, a mid-cabin conference grouping, and an aft divan or additional club, with an enclosed lavatory and substantial baggage volume. Acoustic performance and interior amenities vary materially by refurbishment standard and installed connectivity.