Gulfstream G800 earns FAA and EASA certifications

Gulfstream Aerospace today announced that the Gulfstream G800 has earned type certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and certification from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). Two Rolls-Royce Pearl 700 engines power the G800.

The certifications confirm the aircraft's performance, including a range of 8200 nautical miles (15 186 km) at the long-range cruise speed of Mach 0.85, an increase of 200 nm (370 km) over original projections. The G800 also can travel 7000 nm (12 964 km) at its high-speed cruise of Mach 0.90 or 8000 nm (14 816 km) at Mach 0.87. The aircraft's maximum operating speed has increased to Mach 0.935 from Mach 0.925. In addition, the G800 was certified with a balanced field length takeoff distance of 5812 feet (1771 m) and a landing distance of 3105 ft (946 m) (standard ISA day, sea level).

The G800 features a cabin altitude of 2840 ft (866 m) when flying at 41 000 ft (12 497 m), 100% fresh air, a plasma ionization air purification system, and 16 Gulfstream Panoramic Oval Windows. The interior can be configured with up to four living areas or three living areas and a dedicated crew compartment.

(article source: Gulfstream Aerospace / editor: Anton van Rijsbergen)
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