N602GA

This entry covers the specific Gulfstream GVII-G600 airframe bearing U.S. registration N602GA, manufacturer serial number 73202, operated and held by its manufacturer. Built and retained as a demonstration aircraft, the airframe is manufacturer-held and is recorded in the United States registry under owner GULFSTREAM AEROSPACE CORP (a corporation based in Savannah, GA, US). The aircraft is notable for carrying a factory 9-seat demonstration layout and for being maintained in a configuration intended to support customer evaluation and demonstration flights. Registry records identify the manufacturer as the ongoing operator/owner, with typical registry activity limited to manufacturer operations and customer demonstration movements.

This GVII-G600 is configured in the manufacturer's 9-seat demo cabin, a layout optimized for customer presentations and short-term charter demonstration missions rather than a bespoke corporate interior. Avionics are the Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck, supporting advanced flight-automation and pilot interface features used during high-end demonstration sorties. Typical mission profiles for this specific airframe include transcontinental and intercontinental customer demo flights that leverage its 6,600 nm range and high-speed cruise capability to showcase point-to-point long-range performance. As a manufacturer-held airframe, maintenance and logbook continuity are managed directly by Gulfstream facilities, with scheduling driven by demonstration requirements and factory maintenance standards. The registration and ownership by the manufacturer generally mean the aircraft benefits from factory-level support and immediate access to OEM service resources.

The Gulfstream GVII-G600 sits in the long-range large-cabin business jet segment, offering a blend of range (6,600 nm), high cruise speed (488 kts), and a 51,000 ft ceiling that appeal to international corporate and charter operators. Competitors in this performance niche include other ultra-long-range business jets offering comparable transoceanic capability; buyer and charter demand for GVII-G600 airframes is often driven by the combination of Gulfstream’s cabin comfort, performance, and factory support. Resale and maintenance considerations for this particular demo airframe are influenced by its manufacturer-held history, comprehensive factory maintenance, and the fact that the interior is a standard demo configuration rather than a customized corporate fit-out.