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Gulfstream G550 Charter

The out-of-production long-range Gulfstream benchmark. 6,750 nm, 18 seats and the value buy of the pre-owned ultra-long-range market.

RANGE
12,501 km
MAX PAX
14
TOP SPEED
508 kt
CABIN H.
1.88 m
Gulfstream G550 exterior

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Overview

The Gulfstream G550 at a glance

Charter clients pick the G550 for three reasons. First, range and payload combined: 6,750 nm with a full 14-passenger cabin is still a benchmark the Falcon 7X does not match. Second, cabin height and baggage: 1.88 m ceiling and 6,400 litres of baggage make it the choice for long-haul families and business delegations with meaningful luggage. Third, pre-owned economics: with production ended in 2021 and a fleet of 600+, aircraft in the 15-year-old range trade below 20 million USD, meaning strong value for owners who fly 300 to 500 hours per year. The G550 is well supported through the Gulfstream service network in Savannah, Long Beach and Farnborough.
Specifications

Gulfstream G550 specifications & fast facts

Range
12,501 km
Passengers
14
Top speed
508 kt
Cabin height
1.88 m
Cabin width
2.24 m
Manufacturer
Gulfstream Aerospace (General Dynamics)
Country of origin
United States (Savannah, Georgia)
First flight
2001 (31 August 2001)
In production since
2004 to July 2021
Aircraft still built
No, succeeded by the Gulfstream G600
Units delivered
600+ built
Engines
2 × Rolls-Royce BR710 C4-11, 15,385 lbf each
Avionics
Gulfstream PlaneView (four 14-inch displays)
Max cruise altitude
51,000 ft
Cabin altitude
6,000 ft at FL510
Baggage volume
6,400 L (226 cu ft)
Takeoff distance
1,801 m (5,910 ft) at MTOW
Landing distance
844 m (2,769 ft)
Runway suitability
Most 6,000 ft+ runways; London City not permitted
Certification
FAA type certificate (GV-SP) 14 August 2003
Lavatory
Two lavatories, forward and aft, plus optional crew rest
Ownership & operating costs

Cost to charter, buy and operate a Gulfstream G550

Charter rate (EUR/hr)
€8,000 to 9,500
Ex-tax, European operators
Charter rate (USD/hr)
$10,900 to 12,500
North American operators
List price, new
~$61.5M
Factory-new, current model year
Pre-owned market
$18 to 44M
5-8 year old aircraft
Annual fixed cost
$780,000 to 950,000
Crew, hangar, insurance
Variable cost per hour
$5,800 to 7,500
Fuel, maintenance, fees
Crew required
2 pilots plus 1 to 2 cabin attendants on charter operations.
Fuel burn
370 gph typical cruise (about 1,400 L/h)
Typical cruise
Typical annual use
325 to 500 hrs/yr
Hangar footprint
29.4 m × 28.5 m

G550 production ended in July 2021 after 600+ deliveries. Pricing depends on year, hours, engine programme (RRCC), and cabin refurbishment level. The G600 is Gulfstream's direct successor.

Compare

Gulfstream G550 vs. similar heavy jets

How the Gulfstream G550 stacks up against the other heavy jets we charter. Tap any linked model for the full spec sheet.

Aircraft Range Pax Top speed Cabin H × W Notes
Gulfstream G550 This model 12,501 km 14 488 kt 1.88 × 2.24 m The definitive heavy jet of the last two decades. 6,750 nm range, PlaneView cockpit, and the largest windows in class. Produced 2003 to 2021; over 600 built.
Bombardier Global 6000 11,390 km 14 488 kt 1.91 × 2.41 m Widest cabin in the heavy class. Global Vision cockpit and best-in-class ride quality. The Global 6500 upgrade added new engines and 300 nm more range.
Dassault Falcon 7X 11,020 km 14 488 kt 1.88 × 2.34 m The only tri-jet in the heavy class. Fly-by-wire, exceptional short-field performance for a heavy (2,020 m needed), and the ability to land at London City with special crew certification.
Bombardier Global 6000 Dassault Falcon 7X

Considering a different size? Browse the full heavy jet lineup, or step up to a midsize jet for longer legs.

Gallery

Gulfstream G550 photos

Gulfstream G550 heavy jet on the ramp at golden hour
Gulfstream G550 heavy jet on the ramp at golden hour
Gulfstream G550 cabin with beige leather club seating and oval windows
Gulfstream G550 cabin with beige leather club seating and oval windows
Gulfstream G550 parked on FBO tarmac at golden hour with red carpet
Gulfstream G550 parked on FBO tarmac at golden hour with red carpet
Gulfstream G550 PlaneView flight deck with four 14-inch displays
Gulfstream G550 PlaneView flight deck with four 14-inch displays
Typical missions

Popular Gulfstream G550 routes

Paris → New York 7 h 00 min
Geneva → Dubai 6 h 30 min
Los Angeles → Tokyo 11 h 00 min
London → Miami 8 h 45 min
New York → Sao Paulo 9 h 30 min
Zurich → Singapore 12 h 15 min
Questions

Gulfstream G550 FAQ

How many passengers can the G550 seat?
Fourteen in the standard three-zone charter layout, up to 18 with high-density seating. Sleeping capacity is eight in fully flat berths.
What is the G550 hourly charter rate?
Typical European rates run 8,000 to 9,500 EUR per hour ex-tax. North-American operators quote 10,900 to 12,500 USD per hour. Ultra-long-range broker indices publish 2026 all-in rates of 13,000 to 17,000 EUR per hour.
How much does a G550 cost?
The G550 went out of production in 2021 at a 56 to 62 million USD list price. Today's pre-owned market runs 18 to 44 million USD depending on year (2005 to 2020), hours, engine programme enrolment (RRCC) and refurbishment status.
What does it cost to own and operate a G550?
Fixed costs run about 780,000 to 950,000 USD per year (crew, hangar, insurance, subscriptions). Variable costs are 5,800 to 7,500 USD per flight hour. At 400 hours per year, all-in operating cost lands near 3.1 to 3.7 million USD.
How many crew does the G550 need?
Two pilots plus one to two cabin attendants on charter operations. The type is not single-pilot certified.
Where is the G550 built?
Gulfstream Aerospace built the G550 in Savannah, Georgia, USA. Completion and interior work also took place at Savannah, with service facilities in Long Beach, Appleton and Farnborough.
When did the G550 first fly?
The GV-SP prototype first flew on 31 August 2001. FAA certification followed on 14 August 2003, and Gulfstream re-branded it as the G550 for the 2004 model year.
Is the G550 still in production?
No. Gulfstream ended G550 production in July 2021 with 600+ deliveries. The G600 is the direct successor, sharing the ultra-long-range mission but with fly-by-wire controls and Symmetry flight deck.
What engines does the G550 use?
Two Rolls-Royce BR710 C4-11 turbofans producing 15,385 lbf each. The BR710 has a large installed base across the G550, Global 6000 and other ultra-long-range types, with mature MSP maintenance programme options.
How does the G550 compare to a Falcon 7X?
The G550 has 800 nm more range, four more baggage cubic feet, and a longer cabin. The Falcon 7X gives up range for a 216 m shorter landing distance, opening up city-airport access the G550 cannot match.
Can the G550 use short runways?
The G550 needs about 1,801 m for takeoff at MTOW and 844 m to land. Most business airports handle it, but London City is not permitted for G550 operations. Aspen and St Moritz require performance-limited planning.
What is the baggage capacity?
6,400 litres or about 226 cubic feet, in a large aft compartment accessible in flight. This is one of the largest baggage holds in the ultra-long-range class.