A super midsize jet suits the Bahamas trip where the passenger count is modest but the distance is not. The Gulfstream G280 suits a full working group or a family traveling together rather than a couple of passengers.
Gulfstream Aerospace introduced the Gulfstream G280 in 2012. Cabins are typically fitted with a galley, though this varies by airframe and we confirm the specifics before quoting. It is used out of the Bahamas partly because it can carry more baggage than most of its class. Some sources cite only the 120 external figure.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Super Midsize Jet
- Manufacturer: Gulfstream Aerospace
- Year introduced: 2012
- Seating: 8 to 10
- Crew: 2
- Range: 3,600 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 459 knots
- Service ceiling: 45,000 feet
- Length: 66.8 feet
- Wingspan: 63 feet
- Height: 21.3 feet
- Baggage volume: 154 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the Gulfstream G280 Fits the Bahamas
Cabin altitude and pressurization are noticeably better than midsize on a long sector.
It reaches the West Coast and northern South America from the Bahamas in a single leg.
On the published 3,600 nautical miles of range, allowing for winds and reserves, Chicago, Denver, and Los Angeles sit inside a nonstop leg from Nassau. 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 G280 run $6,800 to $8,800 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Other Super Midsize Jets Available
The full super midsize jets category page lists every super midsize jet we arrange for Bahamas trips.
Contact
For a quote on a Gulfstream G280 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.