Gulfstream Aerospace Corp.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. announces its successful completion of ground emissions testing of 100% neat sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) containing zero sulfur on the all-new Gulfstream G700. Powered by Rolls-Royce Pearl 700 engines, the G700 ground emissions test was conducted to measure multiple fuel types, including a 30/70 SAF blend and neat SAF (a non-fossil-based aviation fuel). The preliminary results of these tests will inform the industry’s path in further reducing the overall climate impact of business aviation.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. announces the all-new Gulfstream G400 successfully completed its first flight, officially launching the flight-test program and further expanding Gulfstream’s ultramodern, high-technology family of next-generation aircraft. The G400 defines a new standard with the highest performance and greatest comfort ever experienced in this segment.

Satcom Direct, a business-aviation solutions provider, confirms approval by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the first supplemental type certificate (STC) for the SD Plane Simple® Ka-band tail-mount terminal for a Gulfstream G650. Equipping the Gulfstream GVI-type with the advanced technology represents a significant milestone in the SD Plane Simple antenna series rollout.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. announces that the clean-sheet, award-winning Gulfstream G600 has been certified for steep approach to landing by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), opening access to more airports around the world.

Mark Burns, president of Gulfstream Aerospace Corp., receives the Lifetime Aviation Industry Leader Award during the 21st Annual Living Legends of Aviation Awards ceremony, held Jan. 19, 2024, in Beverly Hills, CA.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. announces it is the business-jet industry’s first original equipment manufacturer (OEM) to fly on 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The flight took place on a Gulfstream G650 from Gulfstream’s worldwide headquarters in Savannah and was flown in partnership with engine supplier Rolls-Royce on the G650 BR725 engine.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. announces that the all-new Rolls-Royce Pearl 700 engines for the industry flagship Gulfstream G700 and ultralong-range Gulfstream G800 have achieved European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. enhances its field service representative (FSR) team in South America with the appointment of Roberto César Oliveira as the dedicated Gulfstream Customer Support FSR for Brazil. Oliveira has more than 20 years of aviation experience and extensive knowledge of Gulfstream aircraft, avionics and maintenance planning. He holds a number of Federal Aviation Administration and National Civil Aviation Agency licenses and is based in São Paulo.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. announces its participation in the 2022 Farnborough International Airshow’s Pioneers of Tomorrow exhibit on Fri., July 22, an event connecting business-aviation leaders with local students. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about careers in business aviation and participate in hands-on educational activities hosted by Gulfstream employees from the Farnborough and Savannah locations.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. names Mark Bates general manager of Gulfstream’s Farnborough facility in England. In his new role, Bates will lead service center operations and continue to build on Gulfstream’s success in the region since the facility opened in 2020. Bates reports to Joe Rivera, vice president of service center operations.