The FAA has issued a production certificate (PC) to Gulfstream Aerospace for the recently certified, ultra-long-range G700. Gulfstream also received a supplemental type certificate for the twinjet's cabin interior and cabin air purification system.
“Receiving these additional clearances so quickly on the heels of FAA type certification showcases how mature the G700 program is,” said Gulfstream president Mark Burns. “Thanks to the investments made in advanced manufacturing and interior innovations, operators will benefit from the industry-leading quality, fit, and finish of the G700. We look forward to our customers experiencing firsthand the cabin comfort and performance capabilities of this fine aircraft.”
"The FAA issued the PC after an extensive audit of Gulfstream’s engineering, supplier, manufacturing, and quality systems to ensure the aircraft will be produced in accordance with the FAA-approved design,” according to Gulfstream.
The air-purification system delivers 100 percent fresh cabin air, while the G700 offers a cabin altitude of 2,840 feet at 41,000 feet, “the lowest cabin altitude in the industry,” Gulfstream said. In September, Gulfstream announced that the G700’s range grew to 7,750 nm at Mach 0.85 and 6,650 nm at Mach 0.90, up 250 nm at both speeds from previous projections.
Meanwhile, G700 pilot training has commenced at FlightSafety International as Gulfstream conducts pre-delivery activities in preparation for handing over the first of the type to customers.