The Gulfstream G500, A Leading Private Plane

In the world of business jets, the award-winning Gulfstream G550 stands apart. Since going into service in 2004, the G550 – which is a variant of the Gulfstream V – has taken the world of business travel by storm. Today, there are more than 200 Gulfstream G550 jets in service; this is a true testament to the incredible quality and craftsmanship of this aircraft. With its incredible range, top-notch avionics equipment, versatile and productive cabin design and first-class communications features, it's easy to see why the designers of the G550 received the prestigious Robert J Collier trophy for their efforts.

Unbeatable range

If you're in the market for fractional jet ownership and need a jet that offers exceptional range, the G550 is an excellent option to consider. It offers the best range in its class, at a whopping 12,500 km. Shortly after going into service, a Gulfstream G550 flew from Seoul, South Korea to Orlando, Florida in just 14½ hours. That was the first of more than 40 city-pair records that the impeccably engineered jet accumulated over the next five years. Business travellers who need to hop, skip and jump from one continent to another love the G550.

First-rate avionics equipment

The Gulfstream G550 is bursting at the seams with top-notch avionics equipment. It is equipped with the PlaneView cockpit, which displays important flight data on 36 cm liquid crystal displays. This unique design makes it easier for pilots to take in and process important information. The cockpit also includes the Enhanced Vision System II, or EVS II, which scans the skies and produces pictures of the surrounding area that are enhanced with important data. This allows the pilot to gauge, at a glance, what's happening in the immediate vicinity. It provides invaluable assistance in terms of weather, terrain and runways.

World-class cabin design

Since being introduced in 2004, the Gulfstream G550 has become a favourite of business travellers for its incredible cabin design. Twelve full floor plans are available, making it easy for travellers to find the configuration that's right for them. While the eight-passenger design is the most common one, there are layouts that include seating for up to 18 people. Up to four separate living areas can be included in the design, along with three temperature zones. Each Gulfstream G550 is fitted out with today's very best communications equipment, allowing business travellers to stay in touch no matter what happens.

A bright future

Travel is an essential part of many business people's daily routine. Those who need to get from one part of the world to another on a regular basis are smart to invest in fractional jet ownership. The Gulfstream G550 deserves to be at the top of any business traveller's list, since it is jam-packed with exciting features and boasts astonishing range capabilities. Few business jets offer the winning combination of style, comfort, productivity, engineering and overall design that the G550 does. Without a doubt, this jet will continue to be a popular favourite in the world of business for many years to come.