Aircraft
Gulfstream GIII
The Gulfstream GIII is a heavy jet with up to 12 seats and 6,900 km range. Compare verified specs below with live empty-leg availability on EmptyJet.
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- Seats
- 12
- Range
- 6,900 km
- Cruise
- 850 km/h
- Hourly
- $5,100
About this aircraft
The Gulfstream III improved on the GII with better wing design, range, and systems—cementing Gulfstream as the default large-cabin corporate jet of the 1980s.
It became a familiar silhouette at business airports worldwide and set expectations for cabin comfort on long continental and early intercontinental trips. Support and parts remain part of the broader Gulfstream service ecosystem for remaining operators.
Today it is a mature pre-owned type: still capable, but usually chosen for legacy fleets rather than new charter programs.
EmptyJet market activity
- On EmptyJet, the Gulfstream GIII appeared in 14 empty-leg offers from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026, according to EmptyJet.
- Its busiest corridor was Houston (HOU) to Telluride (TEX), listed 4 times over that period.
- Inventory spanned 9 routes and 1 operator across the EmptyJet catalog.
- Priced Gulfstream GIII empty legs centered on a median ask of USD 17,300, with an observed range of USD 9,900–USD 36,846 (30 priced listings).
- Typical missions ran about 1,485 km one-way on the median EmptyJet listing.
Performance
- Category
- Heavy Jet
- Range
- 6,900 km
- Cruise speed
- 850 km/h
- Max speed
- 870 km/h
- Takeoff runway
- 1,720 m
- Landing runway
- 910 m
- ICAO type
- GLF2
Cabin
- Seats
- 12
- Height
- 1.88 m
- Width
- 2.24 m
- Length
- 12.57 m
- Cabin area
- 46.3 m²
- Baggage
- 4.2 m³
Operating economics
- Typical hourly cost
- USD 5,100
- Fuel burn
- 420 L/h
- Fuel cost / hour
- USD 2,520
- Manufacturer
- Gulfstream Aerospace
Best missions
- Mature large-cabin continental missions
- Legacy corporate shuttle operations
- Occasional empty-leg availability on older fleets
Sources
- Gulfstream Aerospace historyGulfstream Aerospace
- Gulfstream III overviewWikipedia
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FAQ
How often does the Gulfstream GIII appear on EmptyJet?
EmptyJet recorded 14 empty-leg offers for the Gulfstream GIII from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026.
Which empty-leg route is busiest for the Gulfstream GIII?
On EmptyJet, the busiest Gulfstream GIII corridor was Houston (HOU) to Telluride (TEX), with 4 listings from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026.
What is a typical empty-leg price for the Gulfstream GIII?
Priced EmptyJet listings for the Gulfstream GIII show a median ask of USD 17,300 across 30 priced offers from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026. Final quotes still vary by route, date, and operator.
What is the range of the Gulfstream GIII?
The Gulfstream GIII has a published maximum range of 6,900 km.
How many passengers does the Gulfstream GIII seat?
The Gulfstream GIII is configured for up to 12 passengers.
What is the typical hourly cost of a Gulfstream GIII?
EmptyJet reference data places typical Gulfstream GIII operating cost near USD 5,100 per flight hour. Charter quotes vary by route, operator, and availability.
How much fuel does a Gulfstream GIII burn?
Reference fuel burn for the Gulfstream GIII is about 420 liters per hour.
What runway length does a Gulfstream GIII need?
Published takeoff runway requirement for the Gulfstream GIII is about 1,720 m.
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