Gulfstream G350

The Gulfstream 350 is the next in line of business jet after the successful 300. However, the 350 is more similar in interior features, aerodynamic design, and advanced cockpit to its superior counterpart, the Gulfstream 450.

The only difference between the jets is range: the 350’s range is 3,797 nautical miles while the 450s is 4,349 nm.

First delivered in the summer of 2005, the Gulfstream G350 is classified as a large business jet. Although technically the successor of the Gulfstream III, the G350 is more similar to the G450 in virtually every way.

From an external point of view, the two business jets are nearly impossible to distinguish.

With a normal cruising range of 3,800 nautical miles, the G350 will fly from Washington, D.C., to Alaska, from Rio to Miami, and from Sydney to Singapore-with eight passengers, two pilots, and a flight attendant. At its maximum takeoff weight of 70,900 pounds, the G350’s twin Rolls-Royce Tay engines (13,850 pounds of thrust each) allow it to use runways as short as 5,050 feet (sea level) and climb to 41,000 feet in less than 20 minutes.

The updated Tays are about as indestructible as jet engines come, with a recommended time between overhaul of 12,000 hours-about 30 years of average use. The engines also have been fitted with digital controls and tweaked to produce slightly more power and fuel efficiency.

Big thrusts reversers help bring the G350 to a quick stop, generally in less than 3,000 feet. It has a maximum speed of 500ktas.

Featuring no less than six individual floor plans, the G350 boasts a plethora of options for customization. These dynamic floor plan configurations are optimized to seat between eight and sixteen passengers in a variety of seating arrangements that are designed to maximize comfort.

The versatility is thanks to three possible forward galley and three possible aft galley configurations, which allow space to be optimized in different ways for distinct purposes.

Comfort was a chief focus for Gulfstream when they designed these business jets. With lower cabin altitude than most competing aircraft, the G350’s cabin remains at a comfortable level no matter how high the aircraft soars.

Considering that the cabin altitude remains at 6,000 feet even at the aircraft’s maximum operating altitude of 45,000, this is an especially attractive feature for travelers who need to wind down and get some rest during flights.

Optimal for travelers who desire G450-level comfort with medium-range flight capabilities, the G350 is an excellent and cost-effective alternative. Its spacious cabin has dimensions of 45′ 1″ length, 7′ 4″ width, and 6′ 2″ height.

It features zone-based temperature control as well as heated oval windows. Optional features include a stateroom, stand-up shower, entertainment systems, and an abundance of other available amenities.

PlaneView is Gulfstream’s adaptation of Honeywell’s Primus Epic series avionics. It features four large 14-inch LCD displays and can be operated via an outboard, ergonomic electronic tiller Gulfstream calls a “cursor control device.”

Importantly, it gets critical information to the pilots quickly and lessens their workloads. It allows them to layer windows of information on a single display or impose live weather radar depictions atop moving maps.

It is an intuitive and predictive system with logical interfaces, but at the same time doesn’t overwhelm pilots with a surfeit of data.

The cost to charter this jet starts at around $6,650 an hour. Hourly charter rates do not include all taxes, fuel, and other fees.

Charter costs will vary based on year of make/model, schedule, routing, passenger & baggage totals, and other factors.