Gulfstream G800 vs. Bombardier Global 8000

On one side, the G800 is certified, delivering an unmatched range and pioneering cockpit innovation. On the other hand, Bombardier’s forthcoming Global 8000 promises the fastest cruise performance. Dive into the specs and discover which ultra‑long‑range king suits your mission.

Gulfstream G800 In Flight

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Performance & Range

Gulfstream G800

  • Certified by FAA and EASA, now entering service with customer deliveries underway.
  • Maximum range: 8,200 nautical miles at Mach 0.85; top speed of Mach 0.925–0.935.
  • Cabin altitude is optimized for comfort, matching Gulfstream’s signature low-profile pressurization.

Bombardier Global 8000

  • Expected to enter service in late 2025.
  • Matches the G800’s 8,000 nautical mile range and surpasses it with a faster top speed of Mach 0.94.
  • Price point and performance are well-positioned in the ultra‑long‑range segment.

Verdict: G800 delivers the longest certified range today; Global 8000 offers a speed edge if ultra‑fast cruise is your priority.

Bombardier Global 8000

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Cabin & Passenger Experience

Gulfstream G800

  • Three to four living areas, panoramic oval windows, and ultra-quiet, low-altitude cabin pressurization.
  • Advanced Symmetry Flight Deck with active control sidesticks and ten touchscreen displays.

Bombardier Global 8000

  • A spacious cabin, measuring approx. 54 ft 5 in in length, offering three to four zones—including luxurious suites with beds and showers.
  • Cutting-edge Vision flight deck, superior air purification (Pũr Air system), and industry-leading cabin comforts.
Gulfstream G800 Interior Cabin

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Price, Availability & Market Position

Gulfstream G800

  • Estimated price: around $72–75 million.
  • Already certified and moving into deliveries.

Bombardier Global 8000

  • Price: approximately $81 million.
  • Delivery timeline likely begins in late 2025.
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