Empire Heigths, Downtown Dubai, UAE
| Flight hours | 8 | N/A |
| Max range | 3,600 nmi | N/A |
| Max altitude | 45,000 feet | N/A |
| Passengers | 11 | N/A |
| Cabin length | 7.87 meters | N/A |
| Cabin height | 1.91 meters | N/A |
| Cabin width | 2.18 meters | N/A |
| Baggage capacity | 154 cubic feet | N/A |
Comfortable seating
On board Wi-fi
The aircraft completed its first flight on December 11, 2009, departing from Tel Aviv, Israel. This milestone marked the beginning of an extensive flight-test program aimed at validating the aircraft’s performance and operational capabilities.
In July 2011, the aircraft was officially renamed Gulfstream G280. The change was made because the number “250” carries negative connotations in some cultures. In Mandarin, the number can be interpreted as meaning “stupid” or “foolish,” prompting Gulfstream to adopt a more culturally neutral model designation.
Following its flight-test program, the G280 demonstrated strong performance figures.
The aircraft achieved a maximum range of approximately 3,600 nautical miles (6,700 km) while cruising at Mach 0.80, carrying four passengers with NBAA IFR reserves. This capability allows nonstop routes such as:
London → New York
Singapore → Dubai
The G280 also improved runway performance. Its balanced field length was reduced to 4,750 ft (1,450 m) compared to the 4,960 ft (1,510 m) required by the earlier G200.
The aircraft received provisional certification in December 2011 from Israeli aviation authorities.
In July 2012, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a technical review outlining specific conditions to ensure the aircraft’s electronic systems met security and safety requirements.
Full certification from both Israel and the United States was granted on September 4, 2012, allowing the aircraft to enter global service.
By 2021, the fully equipped price of the Gulfstream G280 was approximately $24.5 million, depending on configuration and customization.
On September 30, 2025, Gulfstream introduced the Gulfstream G300, an updated evolution of the G280 platform.
The new aircraft completed its first flight on December 5, 2025, marking the beginning of testing for the next generation of the super-mid-size jet family.
