Gulfstream G700 earns certification in India

Gulfstream Aerospace announced the Gulfstream G700 has been certified by the Government of India’s Office of the Director General of Civil Aviation, clearing the path for customer deliveries in the country. The G700 follows the Gulfstream G600 and Gulfstream G500 India certifications that were received in the second half of last year. “We are seeing strong momentum in India as interest in our next-generation aircraft continues to grow,” said Mark Burns, president, Gulfstream. “The advanced technology and safety features of our visionary fleet, combined with outstanding range, speed and cabin environment, are major differentiators for customers. The G700 in particular offers a transformative advantage with its globe-spanning range and the most spacious cabin in the industry. We look forward to continued growth of the Gulfstream fleet for customers throughout India and around the world.” With more than 90 city-pair speed records to date, the G700 can fly 7,750 nautical miles/14,353 kilometres at Mach 0.85 or 6,650 nm/12,316 km at Mach 0.90 and link New Delhi to New York at Mach 0.87 or Mumbai to London at Mach 0.90. The G700 also offers the most spacious cabin in business aviation, delivering exceptional flexibility and a high degree of customization. The aircraft features the signature Gulfstream Cabin Experience with 100% fresh air, abundant natural light from 20 Gulfstream Panoramic Oval Windows and the industry’s lowest cabin altitudes at the highest elevations. Customers can select from a range of advanced interior options, including high‑speed internet connectivity packages; an ultrahigh‑definition circadian lighting system; an ultragalley with more than 10 feet of counter space; or a grand suite featuring a fixed bed and shower. The award-winning G500 and G600 — which debuted Gulfstream’s next-generation Symmetry Flight Deck featuring the industry’s first active control sidesticks and most extensive use of touch-screen technology — continue to see exceptional demand and utilisation around the world with more than 370 aircraft in service and over 150 city-pair speed records, combined. ExecuJet Haite certified by multiple authorities on Gulfstream G700 (PHOTO: ExecuJet Haite) The US FAA, Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) and the Vietnam Civil Aviation Authority (CAAV) have certified ExecuJet Haite Aviation Services to perform line and heavy maintenance on the Gulfstream G700, the aircraft manufacturer’s largest business jet. ExecuJet Haite’s MRO centres in Tianjin and Beijing Daxing are now FAA-approved to carry out line and base maintenance checks, up to and including 1A and 2C inspections, on G700s. Meanwhile, the CAAV has added the G700 to ExecuJet Haite’s list of existing approval scope. The Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) has also certified ExecuJet Haite to provide line and heavy maintenance for business jets registered in Qatar including the G700. This certification is based on ExecuJet Haite’s previously obtained aircraft approvals from the US FAA, further strengthening its position as a leading business aviation MRO provider in the Asia-Pacific region. The Qatari fleet extensively operates Gulfstream G650ER and G700 aircraft for high-end charter operations. ExecuJet Haite will now provide comprehensive maintenance support for this model under FAA, QCAA, CAAV, Cayman and Bermuda approvals. This latest designation complements its MRO organisation’s existing status as a Gulfstream AWF for G650ER, G650, G550 and G280 aircraft. “Obtaining these certifications are a strong recognition by international regulatory authorities of ExecuJet Haite’s technical expertise and service quality,” notes Paul Desgrosseilliers, General Manager at ExecuJet Haite. “Following rigorous audits, these achievements confirm that our maintenance, inspection systems and personnel fully comply with the world’s most stringent standards. Our investment in continuous training, state-of-the-art tooling and robust quality systems ensures we are fully prepared to support new platforms like the G700 from day one. Supporting this flagship aircraft is a natural progression of our deep, long-standing expertise in Gulfstream maintenance.” For Editorial Inquiries Contact: Editor Matt Driskill at [email protected] For Advertising Inquiries Contact: Head of Sales Sally Passey at [email protected]