How many passengers can fly on a Gulfstream G550?

13-14 passengers.A typical cabin configuration for 13 would include a crew rest area opposite the entrance, four seats in two-club formation at the front of the main cabin, club-four seating in the middle of the cabin, and a three-place divan located opposite two further seats to the aft. A crew of three are required for the G550, including two pilots and a cabin attendant.

How many Gulfstream G550 jets are in operation?

There are 612 G550 jets currently in operation from the 622 jets which were originally produced by Gulfstream, according to JETNET, between 2002 and 2020, October 2022 data.

How do I find a Gulfstream G550 for sale?

You can view the latest G550 jets for sale on AvBuyer, search for the world's best dealers via our Dealer Search page, and sign up for alerts for when new models are added. The right dealer can offer you a thorough understanding of the current used jet marketplace, including how the price of one G550 compares with similar jets for sale; locating aircraft that are not yet listed on the open market; and ultimately ensuring that you get the best value for money.

Can I charter a Gulfstream G550 jet and try before I buy?

If you have never flown on a G550 before, charter one first to establish whether the model is the right fit for your mission needs. Test how far you can travel, how much baggage you can take, and how comfortable the aircraft is for a typical trip you plan to fly.

Which is the best engine maintenance program for a Gulfstream G550?

When it’s time to renew two choices are available to you: Powered by two BR 710-C4-11 engines, you could sign up to Rolls-Royce’s hourly CoroprateCare program. Or you could enroll your aircraft with a third-party hourly maintenance cost program provider such as JSSI.Buyers should shop for aircraft that are already enrolled with a program. It’s also essential to understand exactly what is covered under an existing program before purchasing your new jet.

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Gulfstream G550 Buyer’s Guide

Updated: 1st Nov 2022

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Gulfstream G550 Buyer's Guide

Maximum Range

6975 nm

Payload - Full Fuel LBS

2500 lb

Seats (Executive)

Long Range Cruise

459 Ktas

Gulfstream G550 Buyer’s Guide

If you are shopping for an Ultra-Long-Range business jet to meet your travel needs, there’s a high possibility that the Gulfstream G550 jet features on your list of possible purchases…

As a variant of the original GV, Gulfstream's G550 delivers increased trans-oceanic range owing mostly to reductions in aerodynamic drag and the fuel-efficient Rolls-Royce BR710-C4-11 powerplants it utilizes.

Moreover, the highly modern Honeywell PlaneView cockpit with enhanced vision makes the flight deck one of the most modern in Business Aviation. For the cabin, the addition of a seventh passenger window on each side of the aircraft distinguishes the G550 from the GV allowing more light to flood into the airplane.

Gulfstream G550 Buyer’s Guide

If you are shopping for an Ultra-Long-Range business jet to meet your travel needs, there’s a high possibility that the Gulfstream G550 jet features on your list of possible purchases…

How much does a Gulfstream G550 cost?

Several things can drive the asking price of a used Gulfstream G550, including the model year, number of hours flown, flight cycles, avionics and the time left before the next major maintenance event comes due (including engine overhauls and hot-section inspections). A specific aircraft’s value could also be driven by the availability of other attractive candidates from the fleet that are on the used aircraft market at the same time.

The in-flight connectivity and entertainment systems installed on a specific model may also influence a particular aircraft’s value on the used jet market.

View the Gulfstream G550 Price Guide here

What is the range and payload capability of a Gulfstream G550?

The Gulfstream G550 offers a seats-full range of 6,360nm, but with four passengers aboard that range stretches to 6,975nm (per Conklin & de Decker data).

Meanwhile, the available payload with full fuel stands at 2,500lbs, meaning that with a crew of three, plus seven passengers (weighing approximately 200lbs each), enough payload would remain to carry 500lbs luggage.

What are the cabin measurements for the Gulfstream G550?

According to Conklin & de Decker, the G550 boasts one of the most-spacious cabins in its class. The main cabin stretches 50.10ft in length, and the cross-section spans 7.30ft wide and 6.2ft high.

And with a cabin volume measuring a substantial 1,812cu.ft (and 226cu.ft of internal baggage space), the Gulfstream G550 will typically seat between 12-18 passengers in executive configuration, including combinations of club four seating and divans. A galley is located at the front of the cabin, and a lavatory located at the aft.

What is the Gulfstream G550 jet’s airport performance?

The Gulfstream G550's airport performance is nominal for its class, with a balanced field length of 5,963ft and a landing distance of 3,667ft (per Conklin & de Decker). Both measurements are for a G550 at its maximum take-off weight of 91,000lbs, at sea level and on a standard day.

The balanced field length basically reflects being able to accelerate to V1 take-off speed, have an engine fail and reject the takeoff to stop in the calculated distance and on the runway at maximum gross weight.

So, how does the Gulfstream G550 compare against its competitors?

The Gulfstream G550 competes well with Bombardier’s Global 6000 Ultra-Long-Range Jet. You can read how these aircraft compare in our Jets Comparison article, here:

The AvBuyer Opinion: This jet is hugely popular in the business jet market, partly owing to the fact that it delivers excellent performance on long-range trips, and also for full-cabin, short-runway operations.

Matt Harris

Flight Range

Gulfstream G550 has a full range of 6975 nm and a long-range cruise for 459 KTAS.

Gulfstream G550 specifications

Variable Cost

3,981.35

Cabin Width FT

7.30

Landing Dist FT

3667

Range NM

6975

Cabin Length FT

50.10

Engine Manufacturer

Rolls Royce

Range – Seats Full N.M.

6360

Cabin Volume CU FT

1812

Engine Model

BR 710-C4-11

MTOW LBS

91000

Baggage Vol.Ext CU FT

226

Engines

B.O.W W/Crew LBS

47900

Seats Executive

R.O.C All Engines FT PER MIN

3650

Payload - Full Fuel LBS

2500

Crew / Passengers

R.O.C 1 x Engine Out FT PER MIN

594

Normal Cruise Speed KTAS

488

Door Height FT

5.00

Useable Fuel LBS

41000

L/Range Cruise Speed KTAS

459

Door Width FT

3.00

Max. Cruise Speed KTAS

508

Cabin Height FT

6.20

Balanced Field Length FT

5963

Data courtesy of Conklin & de Decker

FAQ: Gulfstream G550

How many passengers can fly on a Gulfstream G550?
13-14 passengers.
A typical cabin configuration for 13 would include a crew rest area opposite the entrance, four seats in two-club formation at the front of the main cabin, club-four seating in the middle of the cabin, and a three-place divan located opposite two further seats to the aft. A crew of three are required for the G550, including two pilots and a cabin attendant.
How many Gulfstream G550 jets are in operation?
There are 612 G550 jets currently in operation from the 622 jets which were originally produced by Gulfstream, according to JETNET, between 2002 and 2020, October 2022 data.
How do I find a Gulfstream G550 for sale?
You can view the latest G550 jets for sale on AvBuyer, search for the world's best dealers via our Dealer Search page, and sign up for alerts for when new models are added.
The right dealer can offer you a thorough understanding of the current used jet marketplace, including how the price of one G550 compares with similar jets for sale; locating aircraft that are not yet listed on the open market; and ultimately ensuring that you get the best value for money.
Can I charter a Gulfstream G550 jet and try before I buy?
If you have never flown on a G550 before, charter one first to establish whether the model is the right fit for your mission needs. Test how far you can travel, how much baggage you can take, and how comfortable the aircraft is for a typical trip you plan to fly.
Which is the best engine maintenance program for a Gulfstream G550?
When it’s time to renew two choices are available to you: Powered by two BR 710-C4-11 engines, you could sign up to Rolls-Royce’s hourly CoroprateCare program. Or you could enroll your aircraft with a third-party hourly maintenance cost program provider such as JSSI.
Buyers should shop for aircraft that are already enrolled with a program. It’s also essential to understand exactly what is covered under an existing program before purchasing your new jet.