Charter a Gulfstream GIV

The Gulfstream GIV is one of the most significant large-cabin business jets in aviation history - the aircraft that established Gulfstream Aerospace as the world's premier long-range executive jet manufacturer and set the standard for intercontinental business aviation throughout the 1990s and 2000s. Wikipedia confirmed Gulfstream, in collaboration with Grumman, began work on the Gulfstream IV in March 1983 as a re-engined, stretched fuselage derivative of the Gulfstream III. The first GIV made its maiden flight on September 19, 1985, and received FAA type certification on April 22, 1987. AeroCorner confirmed the GIV "marked a turning point in long-range business aviation, combining comfort, capability, and reliability in a platform that helped shape the modern large-cabin jet market." Wikipedia confirmed over 900 GIV/GIV-SP/G450 units were produced across a 30-year production run ending with the last G450 delivery on January 19, 2018. Aviator Insider confirmed the GIV "currently holds over 70 world records, including both eastbound and westbound speed records across the world" and a "dispatch dependability rating of 99.66 percent."

The GIV family encompasses three variants: the original GIV (196 built, 1986-1993; serial numbers 1000-1213), the GIV-SP special purpose version (from serial number 1214 in 1993; upgraded avionics and increased weight), and the G400 (23 built 2003-2004; from serial number 1500; slightly longer fuselage, 1,400 lb higher MTOW, hydro-mechanical brakes). All variants share the Rolls-Royce RB.183 Tay 611-8 turbofan engine at 13,850 lbf thrust each. Charter prices start from approximately £5,000 per flight hour. For the full fleet see our private jet price guide or browse our complete fleet.

Why charter the Gulfstream GIV?

• Rolls-Royce Tay 611-8 turbofan; 13,850 lbf each; 15% better fuel consumption than GIII; 45,000 ft ceiling; transoceanic range confirmed by 70+ world speed records. AeroCorner confirmed "powered by two Rolls-Royce Tay turbofan engines, it delivered improved fuel efficiency and longer nonstop range, enabling transoceanic flights between major business centres." FlyCraft confirmed the Tay 611-8 "provided improved performance and comfort features of 15% improved fuel consumption and decreased noise levels" compared to earlier Gulfstream powerplants. The Rolls-Royce Tay - a medium bypass axial-flow turbofan with a 22-blade titanium fan - entered service on the GIV in 1987 and has earned a confirmed reputation for durability and low noise generation. Wikipedia confirmed the GIV-SP is used by NOAA as a specialised hurricane hunter, flying scientists around tropical cyclones at 45,000 ft dropping "dropsondes" to measure wind speed, barometric pressure, humidity and temperature - a validation of the airframe's extreme environment performance that no other business jet category can claim. Aviator Insider confirmed the GIV "holds over 70 world records, including both eastbound and westbound speed records across the world" and a "dispatch dependability rating of 99.66 percent" across its operator fleet;
• 4,220 nm range; 45,000 ft ceiling; long-range cruise 459 kt at FL450; high-speed cruise 480 kt at FL410; New York to London; Dubai to London; London to New York non-stop capability. FlyCraft confirmed the GIV's maximum range of 4,220 nautical miles and service ceiling of 45,000 ft. FlyCraft confirmed "in a long-range cruise configuration, the GIV is capable of maintaining an airspeed of 459 knots at 45,000 feet" and "480 knots at 41,000 feet" in high-speed configuration. GlobalAir confirmed the G400 variant "can fly over 4,200 nautical miles at Mach 0.85 cruise and still land with 200 nautical miles in IFR reserves." At 459 kt long-range cruise, London to New York (approximately 3,450 nm) is achievable non-stop. Aviator Insider confirmed the G400 "can transport up to eight passengers and three crew nonstop from Chicago to Berlin." For charter clients requiring intercontinental non-stop range in a large cabin, the GIV family provides confirmed transatlantic and transpacific capability at large-cabin business jet rates;
• Stand-up cabin 45.1 ft (13.74 m) long, 7.3 ft (2.24 m) wide, 6.1 ft (1.85 m) high; 12 cabin windows; full galley; full lavatory with shower; executive, conference and sleeping configurations available. FlyCraft confirmed the GIV cabin "measures 45.1 feet in length, reaches 6.1 feet in height, and stretches a maximum of 7.3 feet in width with a floor width of 5.5 feet." FlyCraft confirmed "amenities included in this private business jet are a large galley and a full lavatory with a built-in shower." The 9.5 psi cabin differential pressure maintains a sea-level cabin altitude at 22,000 ft and a comfortable cabin at 45,000 ft - FlyCraft confirmed "the GIV is capable of maintaining a sea-level cabin altitude at 22,000 feet." FlyCraft confirmed 12 Gulfstream windows surround the cabin. AeroCorner confirmed the GIV cabin "could be configured for executive seating, conference areas, and sleeping accommodations." In executive layout the standard configuration carries 10 to 14 passengers; high-density arrangements reach 19; some operator configurations carry 22. For charter clients who need a stand-up large-cabin jet for intercontinental working flights with galley, shower and sleeping capacity, the GIV provides the complete specification at confirmed 4,220 nm range;
• Honeywell SPZ-8000 integrated digital flight guidance system; EFIS with six 8x8-inch displays; dual Collins radios; dual Honeywell laser IRSs; FMS; optional Gulfstream EVS with FLIR camera and HUD. FlyCraft confirmed the GIV "comes standard with the Honeywell SPZ-8000 integrated digital flight guidance system, utilising an Electronic Flight Information System which features six displays for pertinent flight information" with "dual Collins communication and navigation radios, a Flight Management System, and dual Honeywell laser inertial reference systems." Aviator Insider confirmed optional Gulfstream Enhanced Vision System "incorporates a specially designed Forward-Looking Infrared camera that projects an infrared real-world image on the pilot's Honeywell Head-Up Display" - providing enhanced situational awareness on low-visibility approaches. This avionics suite was state-of-the-art for the era and many active GIVs have received avionics upgrades. For charter clients who operate into airports with RNP-AR approaches or who want head-up display capability in a large-cabin jet, the EVS-equipped GIV is the option to confirm with the operator;
• 196 GIVs + 900+ GIV family total; 30-year production run; government and head-of-state operators; Irish Air Corps; Government of Uganda Presidential transport; NOAA hurricane hunter - confirmed global institutional confidence. Wikipedia confirmed the Irish Air Corps previously operated a GIV as a government transport and the Government of Uganda purchased a GIV-SP in December 2000 at $31.5 million for Presidential flights. The NOAA GIV-SP (N49RF) modified for hurricane research at 45,000 ft "was modified to drop instruments called dropsondes to measure wind speed, barometric pressure, humidity and temperature as they fall to the surface of the ocean." Wikipedia confirmed "over 900 GIV/GIV-SP/G450 units had been produced" by the end of the production run in 2018. The depth of this institutional operator base - corporate, government, fractional and charter - confirms the GIV's reliability and operational versatility across the most demanding flight profiles in business aviation;
• Pre-owned acquisition from $1.6 million (early GIV) to $7 million (G400) making it the most accessible large-cabin intercontinental charter platform; lowest cost per nautical mile in the large-cabin class. Wikipedia confirmed GIV pre-owned prices ranged from $1.6-4.4 million (1990-1992 models) and GIV-SPs from $1.25-5.2 million as of 2018. Aviator Insider confirmed pre-owned G400 at approximately $7 million. This acquisition cost - far below the $23-32 million G450 range or $40 million+ for current Gulfstream models - directly drives charter rates to the lowest available in the large-cabin intercontinental category. For charter clients whose flight requires large-cabin, stand-up, galley, shower and 4,000+ nm range at the lowest possible rate per hour, the GIV provides the specification at confirmed charter rates of approximately $6,550 per hour versus $8,500 per hour for the G400 variant.

Charter cost - Gulfstream GIV prices from UK airports

Hourly rates run from approximately £5,000 to £7,000 - in the large-cabin intercontinental jet category, reflecting the GIV's 4,220 nm range, 45,000 ft ceiling, stand-up cabin with shower and confirmed transoceanic non-stop capability. FlyCraft confirmed charter starts at approximately $6,550 per hour. For groups of 8 to 14 on long European, transatlantic or transcontinental sectors where non-stop range, full galley, shower and large-cabin comfort are specified, the GIV provides the entry-level rate in the large-cabin category.

Indicative one-way prices from UK airports:

• London to New York - from £35,000 (10 passengers, approximately 7 hours 30 minutes non-stop);
• London to Dubai - from £30,000 (10 passengers, approximately 6 hours non-stop);
• London to Moscow - from £15,000 (10 passengers, approximately 3 hours);
• London to Geneva - from £10,000 (10 passengers, approximately 1 hour 20 minutes);
• London to Paris - from £10,000 (10 passengers, approximately 1 hour 10 minutes);
• London to Los Angeles - from £55,000 (10 passengers, approximately 11 hours);
• London to Singapore - from £55,000 (10 passengers, approximately 12-13 hours with fuel stop).

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Ideal routes for the Gulfstream GIV

Best matched to long-range intercontinental missions where 4,220 nm non-stop range, 45,000 ft ceiling, stand-up cabin with shower and galley, and large-cabin comfort serve groups of 8 to 14 on transatlantic and transcontinental sectors:

• Transatlantic non-stop sectors (London to New York; London to Chicago; London to Miami) where 4,220 nm range confirms non-stop capability at full passenger load. FlyCraft confirmed the GIV's 4,220 nm maximum range enables non-stop transatlantic operations from London to New York (approximately 3,450 nm), London to Chicago (approximately 3,900 nm) and London to Miami (approximately 4,400 nm with favourable winds). At 459 kt long-range cruise, London to New York takes approximately 7 hours 30 minutes with the full GIV cabin available throughout: stand-up headroom, full galley, shower and sleeping positions. For charter clients whose transatlantic mission requires a large-cabin non-stop option at the lowest available large-cabin rate, the GIV is the entry-level choice;
• Middle East and Gulf sectors (London to Dubai; London to Riyadh; London to Abu Dhabi) within 4,000 nm non-stop. London to Dubai (approximately 3,300 nm), London to Riyadh (approximately 3,000 nm) and London to Abu Dhabi (approximately 3,200 nm) are all within the GIV's non-stop range. At 45,000 ft cruise altitude above all Middle East weather, with full galley and shower available on 6-hour sectors, the GIV provides the large-cabin specification for Gulf business travel at its class entry-level rate;
• Long European day trips (4 to 7 hours round trip) where galley, shower and conference configuration serve the working flight. London to Moscow (approximately 3 hours), London to Istanbul (approximately 3.5 hours) and London to Marrakech (approximately 2.5 hours) are short relative to the GIV's capability but benefit fully from the stand-up cabin, galley and conference configuration. For clients who charter a large-cabin jet to work productively on 3 to 5-hour European sectors, the GIV provides the cabin standard for groups of 8 to 14;
• Groups of 10 to 14 on intercontinental sectors where the GIV's capacity exceeds midsize and super-midsize jets. For charter groups of 10 to 14 where midsize jets are undersized and ultra-long-range jets are over-budget, the GIV provides the large-cabin specification. The cabin in high-density configuration seats up to 19; the standard executive layout carries 10 to 14 in genuine comfort with stand-up headroom, individual work surfaces and a conference capability unavailable in super-midsize aircraft at lower rates;
• Government, diplomatic and VIP missions where the GIV's institutional operating pedigree and Gulfstream brand credibility match the client profile. Wikipedia confirmed government operators including the Irish Air Corps and Government of Uganda for Presidential transport. The GIV's 70+ world speed records and 99.66% dispatch reliability - confirmed by Aviator Insider - provide the institutional credibility required for government charter at confirmed large-cabin rates. For diplomatic missions where the aircraft brand and reliability record are part of the specification, the GIV's institutional history delivers it.

Cabin and in-flight experience

The Gulfstream GIV cabin measures 13.74 m (45.1 ft) long, 2.24 m (7.3 ft) wide (floor width 1.68 m / 5.5 ft) and 1.85 m (6.1 ft) high - a full stand-up cabin with 12 windows providing natural light throughout. FlyCraft confirmed the standard amenities include "a large galley and a full lavatory with a built-in shower." The 9.5 psi pressure differential maintains a sea-level cabin altitude at 22,000 ft. The executive layout carries 10 to 14 passengers; high-density configuration carries 14 to 19. Sleeping arrangements convert the conference and club seating to flat surfaces for long overnight transatlantic sectors. Internal baggage capacity is 169 cu ft / 2,000 lb. Two flight crew are required.

• Cabin. 13.74 m x 2.24 m x 1.85 m; full stand-up; 12 windows; pressurised to 45,000 ft;
• Layout. 10-14 executive; 14-19 high-density; sleeping available;
• Amenities. Full galley; full lavatory with built-in shower; 169 cu ft / 2,000 lb baggage;
• Engines. 2 x Rolls-Royce RB.183 Tay 611-8 (13,850 lbf each; medium bypass axial-flow turbofan);
• Pressurisation. 9.5 psi differential; sea-level cabin at 22,000 ft;
• Avionics. Honeywell SPZ-8000 EFIS (6x 8-inch displays; Collins radios; dual Honeywell laser IRSs; FMS);
• EVS option. Gulfstream Enhanced Vision System - FLIR camera + Honeywell HUD;
• Fuel burn. 447-512 gph.

Technical specifications

Gulfstream GIV vs similar aircraft

• Gulfstream GIV vs Gulfstream G450. The G450 (2004-2018; 365 built) is the GIV's direct successor, using Tay 611-8C engines with FADEC, a 12-inch longer fuselage, Honeywell advanced flight deck, improved APU and redesigned landing gear. The G450 provides marginally better range and reduced crew workload versus the GIV at higher pre-owned prices ($9.95-23.75 million vs GIV at $1.6-5.2 million). For charter clients who want the newest available Tay-powered Gulfstream, the G450 is the choice; for the lowest available large-cabin Gulfstream rate at comparable performance, the GIV is the entry point;
• Gulfstream GIV vs Bombardier Global 5000. The Global 5000 is a large-cabin ultra-long-range jet at higher charter rates with 5,200 nm range (vs 4,220 nm GIV), Rolls-Royce BR710 engines and a 48-foot flat-floor cabin. The GIV counters with lower charter rates, Gulfstream's 70+ world speed records and 99.66% dispatch reliability. For missions within 4,220 nm where the GIV's lower rate is decisive, it is the appropriate choice; for ultra-long-range missions above 4,500 nm the Global 5000 has the range advantage;
• Gulfstream GIV vs Dassault Falcon 900. The Falcon 900 is a three-engine (Tay 650 or Allied Signal TFE731) large-cabin jet with 4,000-4,500 nm range and tri-engine safety at comparable charter rates. The Falcon 900 provides tri-engine redundancy and the distinctive Dassault cabin cross-section (slightly narrower at 2.34 m but similarly configured). The GIV counters with its 70+ world speed records, 9.5 psi cabin differential (sea-level at 22,000 ft) and the Gulfstream brand's institutional operator endorsement. Both aircraft serve the same intercontinental large-cabin charter market at comparable rates.

Frequently asked questions - Gulfstream GIV charter

How much does it cost to charter a Gulfstream GIV?
Charter rates run from approximately £5,000 to £7,000 per flight hour. London to New York costs from £35,000 for 10 passengers. London to Geneva costs from £10,000. FlyCraft confirmed charter starts at approximately $6,550 per hour. All quotes from Private Jets UK are fully itemised with no hidden charges.

What is the difference between the GIV, GIV-SP and G400?
The original GIV (serial numbers 1000-1213; 196 built 1986-1993) established the platform. The GIV-SP (from serial number 1214 in 1993) upgraded avionics and increased maximum weight for longer range missions. The G400 (from serial number 1500; 23 built 2003-2004) added a slightly longer fuselage, 1,400 lb higher MTOW, hydro-mechanical brakes replacing the wire brake system, and smoothed landing gear damping. All three share the Rolls-Royce Tay 611-8 engine at 13,850 lbf each.

Can the Gulfstream GIV fly non-stop from London to New York?
Yes - FlyCraft confirmed the GIV's maximum range of 4,220 nautical miles. London to New York JFK is approximately 3,450 nm, well within non-stop range. London to Chicago O'Hare (approximately 3,900 nm) is also within range. At 459 kt long-range cruise, the London to New York sector takes approximately 7 hours 30 minutes with the full stand-up cabin, galley and shower available throughout.

Does the Gulfstream GIV have a shower?
Yes - FlyCraft confirmed the GIV includes "a large galley and a full lavatory with a built-in shower" as standard. This distinguishes the GIV from midsize and super-midsize jets that carry lavatories without shower facilities. The shower capability is relevant on transatlantic sectors of 7 to 8 hours where passenger freshness on arrival is a requirement.

Why does the Gulfstream GIV hold 70+ world speed records?
Aviator Insider confirmed "the GIV currently holds over 70 world records, including both eastbound and westbound speed records across the world." These records reflect the combination of the Rolls-Royce Tay 611-8's thrust, the GIV's aerodynamic wing design and the 45,000 ft service ceiling that enables flight in low-density high-altitude air where less drag allows higher true airspeed. The high-speed cruise of 480 kt at 41,000 ft confirms the practical daily performance behind the record achievements.