N204A
Gulfstream GV-SP (G550) (G550)
Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation
15 Hours
Duration of Flight
6750 NM
Range
488 MPH
Max Speed
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Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2023-09-28| Date | From | To | Flight Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-08 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
AI Summary
Gulfstream GV-SP (G550) (G550)
Overview
U.S. registration assigned to MERCURY INTERNATIONAL HOLDINGS LLC; certificate issue 2023-09-28; airworthiness 2011-08-04; Mode S A1A0DF.
Specifications
- Engines: 2× Rolls‑Royce BR700-710C4-11 (15385 lbf each)
- Range: 6750 nm
- Cruise: 459 kts
- Seats: 20
- Ceiling: 51000 ft
Operations & Cabin
Typical 14–18 passenger executive layout (forward galley, mid-cabin conference/dinettes, aft divan) — operator-specific fit possible Flat‑floor large cabin, enclosed lavatory, business‑jet entertainment and communications options (Ka‑band/VSAT available as outfitting options) Avionics: Gulfstream PlaneView
Model & Market Context
The airframe bearing tail number N204A is a 2011 Gulfstream GV-SP (G550) with serial number 5341. It is registered in the United States and is owned by the corporation MERCURY INTERNATIONAL HOLDINGS LLC, based in Salt Lake City, UT. The airframe’s documented configuration and equipment suggest an executive transport role; registered to a corporate owner in Salt Lake City, UT. With an estimated market value of $21,950,000, the aircraft presents as a maintained mid-life large-cabin business jet consistent with its build year and serial lineage.
This Gulfstream GV-SP is equipped with a typical executive interior that accommodates a 14–18 passenger layout in a forward galley, mid-cabin conference/dinettes, and an aft divan, while noting that operator-specific fits are possible for the listed 20 seats capacity. Avionics are Gulfstream’s integrated PlaneView suite, supporting the aircraft’s long-range mission profile and high-altitude cruise capabilities. Typical operations for this specific airframe would include transcontinental and intercontinental point-to-point executive transport, leveraging its 6,750 nm range and 51,000 ft ceiling; maintenance considerations align with large-cabin twin turbofan norms and Rolls‑Royce BR700 support requirements. Based on the owner’s corporate registration, missions are likely organized under corporate flight operations or third-party management consistent with the listed configuration.
The Gulfstream GV-SP (G550) family occupies the large-cabin, long-range business jet niche, offering transoceanic capability and high-altitude cruise performance. Competing models in this segment typically include other long-range large-cabin types; buyers value range, cabin flexibility, and avionics suites such as PlaneView. Resale and maintenance considerations for this 2011 airframe center on engine shop visits and lifecycle inspections for the BR700 series and avionics currency, while its documented valuation of $21,950,000 reflects market positioning for mid-life G550 aircraft with executive interiors.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N204A | 445QS | N100A |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | 5341 | 4037 | 6550 |
| Year Manufactured | 2011 | 2006 | 2023 |
| Duration of Flight | 15 Hours | 9 Hours | 15 Hours |
| Range | 6750 NM | 4350 NM | 7500 NM |
| Max Speed | 488 MPH | 505 MPH | 516 MPH |
| Aircraft Class | 12,500-19,999lbs | Over 20,000lbs | Over 20,000lbs |
| Service Ceiling | 51000 ft | 45000 ft | 51000 ft |
| Max Passengers | 20 | 22 | 22 |
| Cabin Comfort | No items found. | No items found. | No items found. |