Global 5000/5500
Specs at a glance
Interior & cabin
| Passengers | 14 |
| Cabin length | 42.0 ft |
| Cabin width | 8.2 ft |
| Cabin height | 6.3 ft (stand-up) |
| Baggage volume | 195 cu ft |
| Lavatory | Fully enclosed |
| Galley | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Available on most aircraft |
| Cabin floor | Flat, walk-around |
The Global 5000/5500 carries a stand-up cabin — 6.3 ft tall, 8.2 ft wide. Adults move around without crouching. A fully enclosed lavatory makes it workable for longer legs. Connectivity varies by tail — most operators in this fleet have at least one Wi-Fi-equipped aircraft, but confirm before booking if you need to work in the air.
Operator floor plans vary. Some Global 5000/5500 cabins are configured with a divan that drops the headcount by one or two seats; confirm the layout with the operator before booking.
Range & performance
| Range | 5,200 nm |
| Max cruise | 512 ktas |
| Typical cruise | ~435 ktas |
| Service ceiling | 51,000 ft |
5,200 nm puts most transcontinental and transatlantic city pairs in reach. New York to London or Tel Aviv non-stop, Los Angeles to Hawaii with reserves.
Distances are real great-circle nautical miles from the selected hub. Angular positions are spaced for readability, not actual bearings. Range envelope assumes no wind and a full passenger load.
Charter cost per hour
Charter the Global 5000/5500 at roughly $15,000–$22,000 per flight hour, depending on how far ahead you book. Ultra Long Range jets like this carry 12–16 passengers; the per-seat math improves sharply as you fill the cabin.
Rates are flight-hour pricing. Total cost depends on round-trip vs. one-way, positioning, fuel surcharges, and taxes (~15% on top of base). Run the math on your trip →
Global 5000/5500 vs Ultra Long Range Average
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the range of the Global 5000/5500?
The Bombardier Global 5000/5500 has a published range of 5,200 nautical miles with a typical passenger load.
How many passengers does the Global 5000/5500 seat?
Most Global 5000/5500 cabins seat 14 passengers in their standard charter configuration. Operator floor plans vary — some fleets configure for fewer seats with a divan or club-four layout.
How much does it cost to charter a Global 5000/5500?
Global 5000/5500 charter rates typically run $15,000–$22,000 per flight hour. Booking window, weekend versus weekday, and event-week surcharges move you within the band. A four-hour mission with taxi and positioning typically lands between $75,000 and $110,000 all-in.
Can you stand up in a Global 5000/5500?
The Global 5000/5500 has a cabin height of 6.3 ft. Yes — most adults stand up when moving through the cabin.
Where do Global 5000/5500s actually fly?
Over the trailing 90 days we tracked 1,244 Global 5000/5500 flights. The single busiest route was Miami (KOPF) to Tallahassee (KTLH), with 11 flights observed.
How do I book a Global 5000/5500 empty leg?
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Available Empty Legs on Global 5000/5500s
Global 5000/5500s for Charter (28)
Where Global 5000/5500s actually fly
ADS-B-tracked flights from the trailing 90 days. Numbers cover aircraft on our charter database; private corporate fleets and operators using PIA registration are not in this count. Methodology →
Top routes
Busiest origins
| Teterboro (KTEB) | 97 |
| Van Nuys (KVNY) | 53 |
| Miami (KOPF) | 44 |
| Miami (KMIA) | 42 |
| San Jose (KSJC) | 35 |
| Dulles (KIAD) | 30 |
| Oakland (KOAK) | 27 |
| Bedford (KBED) | 24 |
| Las Vegas (KLAS) | 24 |
| White Plains (KHPN) | 23 |
Most active operators
| Operator | Aircraft | Flights |
|---|---|---|
| Jet Select, LLC | 6 | 619 |
| Sunset Aviation LLC | 3 | 93 |
| Clay Lacy Aviation, Inc. | 3 | 87 |
| Mira Vista Aviation, Inc. | 1 | 77 |
| Pegasus Elite Aviation, Inc. | 1 | 59 |
| EXECUTIVE AIR CHARTER OF BOCA RATON | 2 | 58 |
| Scott Aviation, LLC | 2 | 55 |
| Elite Air, Inc. | 1 | 50 |
| Jet Aviation Flight Services, Inc. | 1 | 33 |
| Priester Aviation, LLC | 1 | 29 |
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