The Gulfstream G200, originally introduced as the IAI Galaxy, is a super midsize business jet that entered service in 1999 following its first flight in 1997. Designed by Israel Aerospace Industries and later rebranded after Gulfstream acquired Galaxy Aerospace in 2001, the G200 combined a new, wider fuselage with the strengthened Astra SPX wing featuring winglets and high-lift devices. This design provided a spacious cabin and improved aerodynamic efficiency, positioning the G200 as a competitive option in the super midsize category.
Production ran from 1999 to 2011, with 250 units built. The aircraft is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW306A turbofan engines, each delivering 6,040 lbs of thrust, enabling a maximum cruise speed of 470 knots (Mach 0.82) and a service ceiling of 45,000 ft. The G200 offers a range of 3,130–3,400 nautical miles, making it suitable for transcontinental and select transatlantic missions. Maximum takeoff weight is 35,450 lbs, and typical takeoff distance is about 6,083 ft, with a landing distance near 4,352 ft.
The cabin measures 24 ft 6 in long, 7 ft 2 in wide, and 6 ft 3 in high, with a total volume of approximately 869–870 cu ft. Configurations typically seat 8 passengers, with options for up to 10 in two zones. Amenities include a full galley, private lavatory, and flexible layouts for work or rest. External baggage capacity is 125 cu ft, complemented by an internal compartment of 25 cu ft.
Operators value the G200 for its blend of range, cabin comfort, and operating efficiency, offering large-cabin features at a super midsize price point.
