Gulfstream III
Specs at a glance
Interior & cabin
| Passengers | 12 |
| Cabin length | 41.3 ft |
| Cabin width | 7.3 ft |
| Cabin height | 6.1 ft (stand-up) |
| Baggage volume | 157 cu ft |
The Gulfstream III carries a stand-up cabin — 6.1 ft tall, 7.3 ft wide. Adults move around without crouching.
Operator floor plans vary. Some Gulfstream III 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 | 4,100 nm |
| Max cruise | 500 ktas |
| Typical cruise | ~425 ktas |
At 4,100 nm, the Gulfstream III crosses the US coast-to-coast non-stop with a full cabin and reserves. Cross-Atlantic flights typically need a fuel stop.
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 Gulfstream III at roughly $10,000–$18,000 per flight hour, depending on how far ahead you book. Heavy jets like this carry 10–16 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 →
Gulfstream III vs Heavy Average
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the range of the Gulfstream III?
The Gulfstream Gulfstream III has a published range of 4,100 nautical miles with a typical passenger load.
How many passengers does the Gulfstream III seat?
Most Gulfstream III cabins seat 12 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 Gulfstream III?
Gulfstream III charter rates typically run $10,000–$18,000 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 $50,000 and $90,000 all-in.
Can you stand up in a Gulfstream III?
The Gulfstream III has a cabin height of 6.1 ft. Yes — most adults stand up when moving through the cabin.
Where do Gulfstream IIIs actually fly?
Over the trailing 90 days we tracked 37 Gulfstream III flights. The single busiest route was Cartersville (KVPC) to Akron (KCAK), with 1 flights observed.
How do I book a Gulfstream III empty leg?
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Gulfstream IIIs for Charter (6)
Where Gulfstream IIIs 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
| Cartersville (KVPC) | 10 |
| Akron (KCAK) | 2 |
| Honolulu, Oahu (PHNL) | 2 |
| Newburgh (ME74) | 1 |
| Denver (KAPA) | 1 |
| Cancún (MMUN) | 1 |
| Oakland (KOAK) | 1 |
| Camp Springs (KADW) | 1 |
| Philadelphia (KPHL) | 1 |
| Gulfport (KGPT) | 1 |
Most active operators
| Operator | Aircraft | Flights |
|---|---|---|
| PHOENIX AIR GROUP INC | 4 | 37 |
Comparable aircraft
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