Gulfstream's G280 stands out despite absence of signature oval windows

“This is a tremendous milestone in the history of Gulfstream," stated Mark Burns, president of Gulfstream Aerospace. "Every Gulfstream model is distinctive and unique in its own way, and the G280 is no different."

Four additional windows were incorporated into the cabin design which allows access to the baggage compartment from within. The manufacturing process saw IAI producing components such as the empennage and fuselage while Spirit AeroSystems crafted wings based on the G550 airfoil design.

Performance-wise, the larger wing area enables quick climbs to 43,000 feet at Mach 0.82. The engines burn approximately 900 pounds of fuel per hour each with a top speed reaching Mach 0.85. Its short take-off distance enhances accessibility to smaller airports.

Certification milestones include provisional approval in Israel by December 2011 followed by full certification from both US FAA and Israel by September 2012. In early 2013, European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification was also obtained.

By April 2020, the active fleet had logged nearly 236,100 flight hours across more than 145,000 landings while maintaining an NBAA dispatch reliability rate of 99.81%. Currently holding around 75 city-pair speed records underscores its performance capabilities.

In terms of costs provided by Jet Advisors: variable costs per hour are $4,585 with total annual expenses reaching $905,723 based on fixed costs plus variable costs multiplied by hours flown annually.

“The G280 continues to set the standard for super-midsize class," added Mark Burns noting that interest remains high among global customers validating ongoing investments made into this model's development have been well-received.