Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has delivered the 300th example from the G500 and G600 range, reflecting continued worldwide demand.

Both award-winning aircraft feature the Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck, with safety-enhancing technology including the industry’s first active control sidesticks and most extensive use of touch-screen technology, along with Phase-of-Flight intelligence. These aircraft were designed to increase manufacturing efficiencies by establishing commonalities throughout Gulfstream’s next-generation fleet, advances that led to incorporating the same award-winning flight deck on the Gulfstream G700, G800 and G400.

“Delivering 300 aircraft is a clear indication of strong interest in the G500 and G600 around the world,” says Gulfstream president Mark Burns. “Thanks to investments from our parent company, General Dynamics, these aircraft continue to achieve new milestones as customer demand remains steadfast. The advanced efficiencies established by this program have provided us with the flexibility to expand our production line, supporting the success of our next-generation fleet well into the future.”

The delivery follows other recent accomplishments for the G500 and G600 fleet. In June, each surpassed 100,000 flight hours, reflecting the strong customer demand. Also within the past year, both aircraft received U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification for steep-approach operations, opening access to even more airports, including some of the world’s most challenging.

The G500 can fly 5,300 nautical miles/9,816 kilometres at Mach 0.85 or 4,500 nm/8,334 km at Mach 0.90 and the G600 can fly 6,600 nm/12,223 km at Mach 0.85 or 5,600 nm/10,371 km at Mach 0.90. Both aircraft feature a maximum operating speed of Mach 0.925.

The G500 and G600 feature the Gulfstream Cabin Experience with 100% fresh, industry-leading low cabin altitudes, whisper-quiet sound levels and abundant natural light from 14 Gulfstream Panoramic Oval Windows, the largest in the industry. With award-winning seat and cabin designs, each can seat up to 19 passengers.