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Airbus Acj Twotwenty vs Gulfstream G800

The Airbus ACJ TwoTwenty and Gulfstream G800 sit in different segments of business aviation. The ACJ TwoTwenty is a corporate airliner based on the A220, emphasizing cabin volume and onboard living space rather than pure speed or ultra-long-range performance. The Gulfstream G800 is a purpose-built ultra-long-range business jet focused on intercontinental range, high cruise efficiency, and access to a wider set of smaller business-jet airports. On range, the G800 is designed for longer nonstop missions, advertised at about 8,000 nautical miles, enabling more city pairs at high speed with fewer stops. The ACJ TwoTwenty is long-range but typically quoted around 5,650 nautical miles, making it strong for transoceanic trips but not as far-reaching as the G800. Passenger capacity also reflects their categories. The ACJ TwoTwenty can be configured for a higher headcount, commonly around 18 to 40 passengers depending on layout, with substantial space for lounges, dining, and private rooms. The G800 typically carries fewer passengers, often around 12 to 19 in luxury configurations, prioritizing a private-jet experience over sheer cabin size.

SpecAirbus ACJ TwoTwenty
Summary
Cockpit2
Min Crew 2
Total Seats16
ManufacturerAirbus
Aircraft NameACJ TwoTwenty
Aircraft TypeBusiness Jet
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)5650
Max Cabin Seats18
OEM VerificationVERIFIED
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Thales
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$80,000,000