N232F
Gulfstream IV-SP (G-IV) (SP)
Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation
9 Hours
Duration of Flight
4220 NM
Range
582 MPH
Max Speed

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Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2023-07-18| Date | From | To | Flight Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-18 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-09-16 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-09-13 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-09-12 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
AI Summary
Gulfstream IV-SP (G-IV) (SP)
Overview
Registered in the U.S. as an LLC (N232K LLC). Certificate issued 2006-12-20; registration expiration 2029-02-28; Mode S hex A2106B.
Specifications
- Engines: 2× Rolls-Royce Tay 611-8 (13850 lbf each)
- Range: 4220 nm
- Cruise: 459 kts
- Seats: 22
- Ceiling: 45000 ft
Operations & Cabin
Stand-up cabin ~45.1 ft length; forward galley, aft lavatory; typical layouts 14–19, certificated to 22 seats Forward galley, aft lavatory (some G‑IVs fitted with shower); interior layouts vary by owner/operator Avionics: Honeywell SPZ-8000 / Collins Pro Line II (varies by retrofit)
Model & Market Context
This airframe, registered as N232F, is a Gulfstream IV-SP built in 1993 with manufacturer serial number 1232. The aircraft is owned by N232K LLC, an LLC based in Midland, TX, US, and is registered in the US. The airframe is a fixed-wing multi-engine business jet with an estimated market value of $3,000,000; ownership and registry have been consolidated under the Midland-based LLC. No additional public record of prior operators or certificate changes is provided here.
The airframe features a stand-up cabin of approximately 45.1 ft in length with a forward galley and an aft lavatory; layouts are typically 14–19 seats and the type is certificated to 22 seats. Avionics fit varies by retrofit on this airframe and may include systems such as Honeywell SPZ-8000 or Collins Pro Line II depending on configuration. Typical missions for this G-IV-SP airframe include long-range corporate transport and charter operations within its 4,220 nm range and high-speed cruise of 459 kts, operating from its Midland, Texas base for regional and transcontinental flights. Operational considerations for this specific airframe include maintenance of the Rolls‑Royce Tay engines and avionics retrofits when updating systems.
The Gulfstream IV-SP (G-IV) occupies the long-range business jet niche for operator requirements of transcontinental and intercontinental missions with a high cruise speed and a 45,000 ft service ceiling. Competing models historically include other large-cabin long-range business jets offering similar range and cabin comfort. Market and resale considerations for this airframe include engine maintenance status, avionics retrofit history (e.g., Honeywell SPZ-8000 or Collins Pro Line II), and the expected ownership costs associated with a 1993-built, mid-life Gulfstream valued here at $3,000,000.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N232F | 445QS | N100A |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | 1232 | 4037 | 6550 |
| Year Manufactured | 1993 | 2006 | 2023 |
| Duration of Flight | 9 Hours | 9 Hours | 15 Hours |
| Range | 4220 NM | 4350 NM | 7500 NM |
| Max Speed | 582 MPH | 505 MPH | 516 MPH |
| Aircraft Class | Over 20,000lbs | Over 20,000lbs | Over 20,000lbs |
| Service Ceiling | 45000 ft | 45000 ft | 51000 ft |
| Max Passengers | 22 | 22 | 22 |
| Cabin Comfort | No items found. | No items found. | No items found. |