Overzicht - Gulfstream Quality in Super-Midsize Package
De Gulfstream G280 brengt de legendarische Gulfstream kwaliteit, reliability, en cabin comfort naar de super-midsize categorie. Geïntroduceerd in 2012 als opvolger van de G200, combineert de G280 excellent transatlantic range (6.500 km), advanced PlaneView280 avionics, en Gulfstream's signature build quality - alles tegen significant lagere operating costs dan de G550 of G650.
Met 8-10 passagiers capacity, full stand-up headroom (6'3"), en een spacious cabin voor zijn categorie, positioneert de G280 zich als ideale step-up aircraft voor owners transitioning van light jets (Citation XLS+, Phenom 300) naar meer capable platforms. De 6.500 km range enables non-stop transatlantic flights (New York-Londen westbound, most European destinations to US East Coast), plus comprehensive European + Middle East coverage (Amsterdam-Dubai direct).
Meer dan 200 G280 units zijn geleverd sinds 2012, met owners variërend van small corporate flight departments tot private individuals en charter operators. De G280 excelleert in rollen waar ultra-long-range niet nodig is maar Gulfstream quality, excellent field performance, en proven reliability critical zijn. Typical missions: European business travel, transatlantic westbound, Middle East connectivity, en challenging airport operations.
Technische Specificaties
Performance
- Maximum Bereik 6.500 km
- Maximum Snelheid Mach 0.85
- Long-Range Cruise Mach 0.80
- Maximum Altitude 45.000 ft
- Takeoff Distance 1.450 m
- Landing Distance 805 m
Cabin
- Passagiers 8-10
- Cabin Lengte 7,77 m
- Cabin Breedte 2,18 m
- Cabin Hoogte 1,91 m
- Cabin Volume 28,3 m³
- Baggage Volume 4,4 m³
Engines & Systemen
- Engines 2x Honeywell HTF7250G
- Thrust per Engine 7.624 lbf
- Fuel Capacity 7.380 liter
- Avionics PlaneView280
- Cabin Pressure 7.000 ft @ FL450
- Cabin Noise Level 52 dB
Dimensies & Gewicht
- Lengte 20,18 m
- Wingspan 19,23 m
- Hoogte 6,53 m
- Max Takeoff Weight 17.917 kg
- Max Landing Weight 15.195 kg
- Max Payload 1.542 kg
Prijzen & Kosten
Nieuw
List price voor nieuwe G280 direct van Gulfstream. Delivery tijden 12-18 maanden. Custom interior options kunnen prijs verhogen tot €30M. Excellent value proposition in super-midsize category.
Recent Pre-Owned (2020-2024)
Nearly-new aircraft (500-1.500 hours) met modern avionics, warranties remaining. Minimal depreciation van list price. Best voor buyers die immediate delivery willen zonder new aircraft premium wait times.
Mid-Production (2016-2019)
Sweet spot - aircraft met 1.500-2.500 hours, fully mature platform, modern specs. Potential minor avionics upgrades available. Excellent value voor most buyers zonder ultra-low hours requirement.
Early Models (2012-2015)
Entry-level G280 ownership. Aircraft met 2.500-4.000 hours, potential interior refresh beneficial. Budget €500K-1M voor updates. Still very capable en excellent alternative to older midsize jets.
Jaarlijkse Operating Costs (@ 300 hours/year)
| Kostenpost | Jaarlijks | Per Vlieguur | Notities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crew Salaries (2-3 pilots) | €200.000-€350.000 | €665-€1.165 | Single-pilot capable with training |
| Insurance | €100.000-€180.000 | €335-€600 | Hull + liability coverage |
| Hangar (Lelystad) | €60.000-€100.000 | €200-€335 | Indoor heated, or Schiphol €120-180K |
| Management Fees | €60.000-€100.000 | €200-€335 | Crew, scheduling, compliance |
| Training (annual recurrent) | €40.000-€70.000 | €135-€235 | Simulator, type rating renewals |
| Total Fixed Costs | €460.000-€800.000 | €1.535-€2.670 | |
| Fuel (260 gal/hr @ €2,80/L) | €840.000 | €2.800 | LRC Mach 0.80, varies by route |
| Maintenance Reserves | €750.000 | €2.500 | Engine overhauls, inspections |
| Landing & Handling | €300.000 | €1.000 | Average European airports |
| Catering & Supplies | €100.000 | €335 | Standard catering, amenities |
| Crew Expenses | €50.000 | €165 | Positioning, layovers |
| Total Variable Costs | €2.040.000 | €6.800 | |
| TOTAL ANNUAL COST | €2,5-€2,8 miljoen | €8.335-€9.470 | All-in cost per flight hour |
Cost Advantage: G280 operating costs circa 50-60% lager dan G650 (€14-15K/hr), en 25-30% lager dan G550 (€11,5-12,5K/hr). Voor owners flying 200-400 hours/year: jaarlijkse savings van €1,5-3 miljoen vs G650, €1-1,5 miljoen vs G550. Over 10-year ownership period: €15-30 miljoen cumulative savings mogelijk.
Vergelijking met Super-Midsize Concurrenten
| Specificatie | Gulfstream G280 | Bombardier Challenger 350 | Cessna Citation X+ | Embraer Legacy 500 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prijs (pre-owned) | €19-23M | €17-25M | €15-22M | €14-20M |
| Maximum Bereik | 6.500 km | 5.900 km | 6.400 km | 5.550 km |
| Maximum Snelheid | Mach 0.85 | Mach 0.83 | Mach 0.935 | Mach 0.82 |
| Passagiers (typisch) | 8-10 | 9-10 | 8-12 | 8-12 |
| Cabin Volume | 28,3 m³ | 33,7 m³ | 31,6 m³ | 28,3 m³ |
| Takeoff Distance | 1.450 m | 1.555 m | 1.655 m | 1.450 m |
| Operating Cost/uur | €8.300-€9.300 | €7.500-€8.500 | €8.000-€9.000 | €7.000-€8.000 |
| Production Status | In production | In production | Discontinued 2018 | In production |
Key Differentiators
- G280 voordelen: Gulfstream brand reliability, PlaneView280 avionics, best-in-class range (6.500 km enables transatlantic westbound), excellent hot & high performance, proven maintenance network, strong resale value door brand, best transatlantic capability in class.
- Challenger 350 voordelen: Grootste cabin volume (33,7m³), lower operating costs (€7.5-8.5K/hr), spacious baggage, proven Challenger platform. Nadelen: 600 km minder range, can't consistently do New York-London westbound.
- Citation X+ voordelen: Snelste (Mach 0.935), soortgelijke range, Citation support network. Nadelen: discontinued 2018 (parts/support concerns long-term), smaller cabin dan Challenger, higher fuel burn at max speed.
- Legacy 500 voordelen: Laagste operating costs (€7-8K/hr), fly-by-wire technology, modern design. Nadelen: minder range (-950 km vs G280), smaller support network, minder proven platform, lagere resale value.
Bottom line: G280 offers best combination of Gulfstream quality, transatlantic range capability, en proven reliability - ideal voor buyers prioritizing brand, range, en resale value. Challenger 350 beste voor pure European operations met focus op cabin size en lower costs. Citation X+ excellent maar discontinued status concern. Legacy 500 best value proposition maar trade-offs op brand/support.
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