Bahamas travelers move up to a midsize jet once the trip is more than a short crossing. The Gulfstream G100 / G150 / IAI Astra SPX is a practical fit for a small party crossing to the islands together.
Gulfstream Aerospace / Israel Aerospace Industries introduced the Gulfstream G100 / G150 / IAI Astra SPX in 2006. The lavatory is belted rather than fully enclosed, which is worth knowing before booking a long leg on it. Astra SPX predecessor produced 1996-2001.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Midsize Jet
- Manufacturer: Gulfstream Aerospace / Israel Aerospace Industries
- Year introduced: 2006
- Seating: 6 to 7
- Crew: 2
- Range: 2,950 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 475 knots
- Service ceiling: 45,000 feet
- Length: 56.8 feet
- Wingspan: 55.6 feet
- Height: 19 feet
- Baggage volume: 80 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Belted
Why the Gulfstream G100 / G150 / IAI Astra SPX Fits the Bahamas
A stand-up cabin makes a three or four hour sector comfortable, not just quick.
Most of the airports we use in the Bahamas accept it, though the smaller strips will not.
The published 2,950 nautical miles covers Toronto, Chicago, and Denver nonstop out of Nassau once you allow for winds and reserves. Real-world range moves with payload, temperature, and winds, so the operator checks it against your specific trip.
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Vetting Behind Every Trip
Every operator, aircraft, and crew goes through our internal due diligence before we present any options. Our internal standards meet or exceed what the FAA requires:
- FAR Part 135 charter operators for traditional private aircraft, or FAR Part 121 for airliner-size and group trips (or the foreign equivalent on international legs)
- Operator subscription to Wyvern and ARGUS reviewed where the operator participates; reports may be provided on request.
- Pilot experience and operator incident history reviewed before we recommend an aircraft.
- Fewer than 60 brokers worldwide hold Premium Wyvern Broker Member status, and Air Charter Advisors is one of them.
Charter Pricing Reference
Industry hourly rates for the Gulfstream G100 / G150 / IAI Astra SPX run $4,500 to $5,800 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Other Midsize Jets Available
- Cessna Citation Excel / XLS
- Cessna Citation III
- Cessna Citation VII
- Falcon 20
- Hawker 750
- Hawker 850XP
The full midsize jets category page lists every midsize jet we arrange for Bahamas trips.
Contact
For a quote on a Gulfstream G100 / G150 / IAI Astra SPX charter to or from the Bahamas, call +1 (888) 987-5387 or visit our contact page. For the vetting work behind every trip, see our safety page. To browse cross-category options for the same trip, visit the aircraft directory.
The hourly rates provided are estimates based on 2026 market data and are for informational purposes only. These figures are subject to change and do not constitute a final offer. Final pricing is dynamic and depends on real-time factors including, but not limited to, specific itinerary requirements, aircraft positioning (“ferry” fees), fuel price volatility, and current market availability. These estimates exclude all applicable taxes, de-icing, landing and handling fees, special event fees, international surcharges, overnight crew expenses, and premium catering. Please contact Air Charter Advisors directly for a firm, all-inclusive quote tailored to your specific travel needs.