Gulfstream Aerospace has announced that DC Aviation Group, a German company, has purchased the first G400 aircraft intended for dedicated charter operations.
Gulfstream and DC Aviation made the announcement during a signing ceremony at Gulfstream’s facility at Farnborough Airport.
“We appreciate DC Aviation’s commitment to and confidence in the G400, bringing this category-leading aircraft to European charter customers,” said Scott Neal, senior vice president, worldwide sales, Gulfstream. “The compelling combination of speed, efficiency and cabin size of the G400 fills a much-needed void in its category. We are seeing strong demand for this aircraft in Europe and around the world.”
The G400 launched the flight test program with its first flight on 15 August, and uses a Pratt & Whitney Canada PW812GA engine, Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck, and Predictive Landing Performance System. Gulfstream has stated optimal business routes such as Munich to Mumbai, Zurich to New York, or Geneva to Dubai.
“We are extremely proud to be pioneering this new aircraft model in Europe,” said Marc Ambrosius, managing director of DC Aviation Group. “The introduction of the G400 demonstrates DC Aviation’s constant commitment to providing a premier travel experience for our clients.”
“This G400 aircraft model exemplifies our dedication to offering the highest standards of safety, cabin convenience and reliability to our customers,” added Svenja Wortmann, also managing director of DC Aviation.”
The aircraft includes features such as a plasma ionisation clean air system that provides uncirculated air, low cabin altitude, and floorplan options to have nine, eleven, or twelve passengers.
Photo: Gulfstream Aerospace/DC Aviation Group
