G700 sets over 65 city pair records

The G700 recently completed more than 65 city-pair speed records. 

Gulfstream Aerospace has revealed its G700 aircraft recently exceeded 65 city-pair speed records. 

The latest record-breaking flights included a mission from Savannah to Honolulu powered by a blend of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The aircraft travelled 4,090 nautical miles/7,574 kms in eight hours and 52 minutes at an average speed of Mach 0.90. The aircraft also set a speed record travelling 6,507nm/12,051km from Los Angeles to Sydney in just 14 hours and 26 minutes. 

“Gulfstream continues to see remarkable interest in the G700 around the world, and we are pleased to take it directly to our customers to showcase the extensive capabilities this industry-leading aircraft has to offer,” said Mark Burns, president, Gulfstream. “The G700 is unmatched in performing these record- setting flights and illustrates its unique combination of speed, range and cabin size.” 

The latest record attempts are awaiting approval by the US National Aeronautic Association and the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale in Switzerland. 

Meanwhile, Gulfstream made the first two G700 customer deliveries in April this year.