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Airbus Acj Twotwenty vs Bombardier Global 5500 vs Gulfstream G500

The Airbus ACJ TwoTwenty is best viewed as a “bizliner”: it sits in a larger, wide-cabin category than the other two and emphasizes cabin space and layout flexibility over pure long-range performance. Its range is typically cited around 5,650 nautical miles, and it can be configured for a comparatively high passenger count in corporate shuttle or VIP layouts, often on the order of a few dozen passengers depending on interior choices. The Bombardier Global 5500 is a purpose-built ultra‑long‑range business jet, optimized for intercontinental missions. It offers roughly 5,900 nautical miles of range and is usually configured for about 12–16 passengers in a high-comfort executive interior. The Gulfstream G500 is a large‑cabin, long‑range business jet positioned slightly below the longest-range flagships. It is generally quoted around 5,300 nautical miles of range, with typical executive seating for about 12–16 passengers, prioritizing speed, cabin comfort, and efficient point-to-point capability.

SpecAirbus ACJ TwoTwentyBombardier Global 5500Gulfstream G500
Summary
Cockpit222
Min Crew 224
Total Seats161412
ManufacturerAirbusBombardierGulfstream
Aircraft NameACJ TwoTwentyGlobal 5500G500
Aircraft TypeBusiness Jet
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)565059005200
Max Cabin Seats181619
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Flight Deck (Base Spec)ThalesBombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470504516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$80,000,000$46,000,000$47,500,000
DOC / nm$ 9.49$ 9.00
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.79$ 0.90
Standard Cabin Seats1210
Direct Operating Cost$ 4,895$ 4,644
Useful Load (lbs)30650
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew24
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatYesYes
Total Seats1412
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats1619
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats1210
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.7
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)31900
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPearlPW814GA
TBO (hrs)On-Condition10000
Thrust (lbs)1512515144
No. of Engines22
Flat RatingISA + 15
Dimensions
Length (ft)9691.2
Wingspan (ft)9486.3
Cabin Width (ft)87.6
Cabin Height (ft)6.26.4
Cabin Length (ft)40.841.5
Overall Height (ft)25.525.5
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.1
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)26.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)230