Gulfstream G550: Specs, 12,500 km Range, Non-Stop Routes and Charter
The Gulfstream G550 flies about 12,500 km non-stop — enough to link São Paulo to London or southern Brazil to Florida with room to spare. It seats 14 to 16 passengers in a typical layout (up to 19) and cruises as high as 51,000 ft, above most air traffic. Here are the specs, the routes it flies direct, a comparison with other long-range jets and how to charter it.
Gulfstream G550 specifications
| Specification | Value (approx.) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Gulfstream Aerospace (USA) |
| Category | large-cabin, long-range business jet |
| Passengers | 14 to 16 in a typical layout; up to 19 |
| Range | about 12,500 km (6,750 nm) at Mach 0.80 |
| Cruise | Mach 0.80 to 0.85 (up to about 900 km/h); maximum Mach 0.885 |
| Service ceiling | 51,000 ft |
| Engines | 2 Rolls-Royce BR710 C4-11, about 15,385 lbf each |
| Cabin | about 15.3 m long, 2.24 m wide and 1.88 m high, with 14 oval windows |
| Take-off / landing | about 1,800 m / 850 m |
| Avionics | PlaneView, with EVS enhanced vision |
| Production | 2003 to 2021; succeeded by the G500 and G600 |
Manufacturer and market reference data; the exact configuration is confirmed when quoting.
Routes the G550 flies non-stop
Straight-line distances and estimated times; they vary with wind, payload and routing.
| Leg | Distance (approx.) | Flight time (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| São Paulo → Fort Lauderdale | about 6,600 km | about 8h |
| Rio de Janeiro → Fort Lauderdale | about 6,700 km | about 8h10 |
| Florianópolis → Fort Lauderdale | about 7,000 km | about 8h30 |
| São Paulo → Lisbon | about 7,950 km | about 9h30 |
| São Paulo → London | about 9,500 km | about 11h |
| New York → Tokyo | about 10,850 km | about 13h, in favorable conditions |
The G550 also flies domestic routes, but smaller jets are usually more economical there.
G550 vs other long-range jets
| Model | Range (approx.) | Passengers (up to) | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfstream G550 | about 12,500 km | 19 | benchmark for range and reliability |
| Gulfstream G600 | about 12,200 km | 19 | successor, wider and faster cabin |
| Bombardier Global 6500 | about 12,200 km | 17 | spacious three-zone cabin |
| Gulfstream G650ER | about 13,900 km | 19 | longest range in the group |
| Gulfstream G-IV | about 7,800 km | 14 to 16 | predecessor, for shorter routes |
For Florida and Europe, the G550, G600 and Global 6500 all fly non-stop; the choice usually comes down to availability and cost on the date.
What it costs to charter a G550
The price depends on route, ground time, crew overnights, fees and aircraft positioning; each leg is quoted separately. Empty legs between Brazil and Fort Lauderdale can cut the cost considerably when the date matches a repositioning flight.
As a market reference, a new G550 cost around US$ 60 million; today the available fleet is entirely pre-owned, since production ended in 2021.
When the G550 is the right choice
- Direct flights from Brazil to the US or Europe, without a fuel stop.
- Groups of up to 14 to 16 people who need to sleep on board.
- Corporate and government delegations on international schedules.
- Travelers who want a quiet cabin and fresh air on flights of 8 hours or more.
How to charter
- Share origin, destination, dates and number of passengers.
- Embarque Oficial checks the G550 or an equivalent jet.
- You receive the proposal with flight time, any stops and approximate prices.
- Once booked, operations handle international permits, crew and handling.
- On the day, simply board at the agreed business aviation terminal.
FAQ: Gulfstream G550
What is the Gulfstream G550’s range?
About 12,500 km (6,750 nm) at Mach 0.80, with reserves.
How many passengers does the G550 carry?
14 to 16 in a typical layout, up to 19 depending on configuration.
Can the G550 fly São Paulo to London non-stop?
Yes. The roughly 9,500 km are within its range, in a flight of about 11 hours.
Is the G550 still in production?
No. Production ended in 2021; its successors are the G500 and G600.
How much is a G550 charter to Fort Lauderdale?
It depends on date, availability and positioning; each leg is quoted separately, and empty legs can lower the price.
What is an empty leg?
A repositioning flight sold on special terms when its timing matches yours.
See also: Gulfstream jets: which model for each route · Gulfstream G600 · Bombardier Global 6500 · Private jet from Brazil to Miami · Gulfstream G-IV
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