Gulfstream G450 Information

Description

A new Gulfstream G450 will currently cost between $38m to $43m. A pre-owned model will typically cost anywhere in the $14m to $35m range. A model built between 2006 and 2009 can be found for approximately $15m, while a newer model, from 2011 or thereabouts is typically in the $20m to $25m range. Prices of pre-owned aircraft will vary according to age, use, maintenance, records, and the level of upkeep.

Cabin

The typical fourteen passengers configuration provides amazing ride comfortably in the 1,525 cubic foot cabin.  With 6.2 foot ceiling height passengers can easily stand in the cabin and will enjoy the 7.3 foot width and 45.1 foot length.  169 cubic feet of baggage space is accessible in-flight. Two full-length closets for coat storage are located inside the two fully-enclosed lavatories.

Plenty of cabin features make transcontinental and transoceanic flights enjoyable. the fully equipped full-sized galley comes equipped with everything needed for hot and cold food preparation: a high-temperature oven, microwave, and full-sized sink with hot and cold water, cooled storage, two coffee makers, and an optional espresso machine.  There is even fitted storage space for the dinner service (including crystal and cutlery) custom-made for the Gulfstream G450.

Standard and optional  electronic offerings include a CD, VHS, and DVD player, two LCD screens, individual headphones at each seat (for the cabin audio system), a fax machine,  and satellite phones. Additional features such as power plugs, work tables, and a LAN connection are included as well.  Electronics, lighting, and the two-zone temperature control system can be controlled from several different locations in the cabin.

Performance

The G450 can climb to 41,000 feet in as little as twenty-three minutes. As a result of 800 hours of wind tunnel testing and aerodynamic  improvements, the Gulfstream 450 is able to cruise at .85 Mach (476 knots) while at a cruise altitude of 41,000 feet.  The Gulfstream 450’s flight envelope extends up to 45,000 feet.  The cabin is rated to 9.5 psi, allowing the G450 to maintain a sea level cabin at 22,000 feet. Maximum range (while traveling at .80 Mach with eight passengers and three crew members) is 5,000 miles.