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Gulfstream G280 vs Gulfstream G500 vs Gulfstream G600

The Gulfstream G280 is a super-midsize business jet, positioned as the smallest of the three, with a typical range of about 3,600 nautical miles and a usual passenger load around 8 to 10 in standard layouts (with maximum seating higher depending on configuration). The Gulfstream G500 moves into the large-cabin, long-range category, offering substantially more cabin volume and comfort, a typical range around 5,300 nautical miles, and commonly seats about 10 to 14 passengers. The Gulfstream G600 is also a large-cabin, long-range jet but sits above the G500 in capability, pairing a slightly larger and often more flexible cabin with longer legs; it is typically rated around 6,600 nautical miles of range and generally accommodates about 10 to 16 passengers, depending on the interior. In short, the G280 suits shorter intercontinental missions with fewer passengers, while the G500 and especially the G600 are designed for longer nonstop routes with larger groups and more space.

SpecGulfstream G280Gulfstream G500Gulfstream G600
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 6.57$ 9.00$ 9.28
Min Crew244
Total Seats101212
ManufacturerGulfstreamGulfstreamGulfstream
Aircraft NameG280G500G600
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA
Max Range (nm)360052006500
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.82$ 0.90$ 0.93
Max Cabin Seats101919
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)155503065040560
Standard Cabin Seats81010
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,168$ 4,644$ 4,789
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Gulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckGulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)481516516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$24,900,000$47,500,000$58,500,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew244
Crew RestNoNoYes
Jump SeatNoYesYes
Total Seats101212
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats101919
Lavatory LocationAFTFWD / AFTFWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.210.710.7
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats81010
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)250003190031900
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5800
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelHTF7250GPW814GAPW815GA
TBO (hrs)On-Condition1000010000
Flat RatingISA + 17ISA + 15ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)76241514415680
No. of Engines222
Dimensions
Length (ft)66.991.296.1
Wingspan (ft)6386.394.1
Aisle Step (ft)0.3Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)6.97.67.6
Cabin Height (ft)6.36.46.4
Cabin Length (ft)25.941.545.2
Overall Height (ft)21.425.525.3
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)5.46.16.1
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17.726.330.2
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)154230230