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Extra.ie
24-04-2025
- Business
- Extra.ie
Gulfstream G650: Take a peek inside Rory McIlroy's record-breaking €50m private jet
Rory McIlroy is a Grand Slam champion after his Masters heroics at Augusta earlier this month and the win gave his coffers a healthy boost to the tune of just under €4m. That's helped his life off the course considerably, as has the purchase of a private jet acquired in 2024 to take him around the globe in style throughout the golf season. Here is the inside and out of McIlroy's private jet, the Gulfstream G650ER: Rory McIlroy purchased a 2022 Gulfstream G650ER late last year. Pic:With over 500 aircraft currently in use, the G650 is one of the most trusted business jets globally, according to the manufacturer. The G650ER is an extended-range version of the G650, adding about 500 nmi (930 km; 580 mi) by modifying the fuel system. It is powered by two Rolls-Royce BR725 turbofans mounted to the rear fuselage. The interior of the Gulfstream G650ER business jet. Pic: SeongJoon Cho/Bloomberg via Getty Images Cost depends on the aircraft's configuration, usage, and model year. A used G650ER could cost anywhere between $40m (€35.1m) and $60m (€52.7m) which helps as a gauge for the price McIlroy paid. A used Gulfstream G650ER could still set a customer back over €50m. Pic: SeongJoon Cho/Bloomberg via Getty Images The latest model bought new can cost up to $78m (€68.6m) depending on various factors such as how the aircraft is configured, how it was utilised and its model year. McIlroy was known to have acquired a 2022 model in late 2024 – putting his bird at the upper end on the price scale. The G650ER can carry between up to 16 passengers in the supreme comfort of its luxury interior. There are four separate living areas contained within the jet, with the interior completely customisable for the owner. The Gulfstream G650ER is fitted with 16 panoramic oval windows which reveal more natural light in the main cabin. Pic: SeongJoon Cho/Bloomberg via Getty Images The plane is fitted with 16 panoramic oval windows which reveal more natural light in the main cabin, which is 47 feet long. The plane flies 16 passengers and sleeps seven, with some seats converting into beds. There is also a galley kitchen where flight attendants prepare food. The spacious main cabin offers options for meeting and dining room spaces, while there are also two lavatories on board at either end of the plane. McIlroy purchased his jet late last year before changing its tail number, a move which allowed fans to track where the golfer was headed, according to RadarAtlas. The G650 holds 120 world speed records and had the fastest westbound, around-the-world flight for a non-supersonic aircraft back in 2013 when a model circled the globe in 41 hours, 7 minutes after making stops along the way in Guam, Dubai and Cape Verde.
Trade Arabia
23-04-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Empire Aviation acquires Gulfstream G600 for charter in Mideast
Dubai-based Empire Aviation has added a new Gulfstream G600 business jet to its fleet, offering end-to-end personalised services for the new owner. The 13-seater aircraft will operate under the company's San Marino AOC and will be available for worldwide charter. Gulfstream's G600 series models are popular among charter clients, including those in the Middle East, due to their non-stop intercontinental range and comfort. Empire Aviation Group is the authorised International Sales Representative for Gulfstream business aircraft sales activities in India. The Gulfstream line offers 'clean sheet' design, advanced technology, and 100% fresh air in the cabin, enhancing passenger comfort and well-being during flights. Larger aircraft like the G600 offer more cabin and luggage space, which are highly valued among private aviation travellers. The premium cabin offers full-flat beds, lounge compartments, and high specification fixtures, such as entertainment systems and communications technology. Empire Aviation managed the entire aircraft acquisition process, cabin configuration, interior decor, assessment and delivery, aircraft registration, crew recruitment, aircraft management, and flight operations, including charter management. The team also managed the aircraft handover to the new owner at the Gulfstream factory in Savanah, US. Gulfstream has built over 500 of the G600 aircraft and has earned over 35 world speed records, including the G650ER for the farthest, fastest flight in business aviation history. Paras Dhamecha, Founder and Managing Director of Empire Aviation Group, said: 'The G600 acquisition gave the Empire Aviation team the opportunity to demonstrate the full spectrum of turn-key bespoke services we provide for private aircraft owners. Our aircraft management division takes the operational complexity out of owning such a high-performance aircraft. From maintenance and crewing to regulatory compliance and financial oversight, the team ensures that every flight operates seamlessly. For the Gulfstream G600, this level of personalised management is particularly critical, given its advanced avionics and systems. Owners of the G600 can enjoy peace of mind, knowing their prized aircraft is in expert hands. It's a superb aircraft and will certainly attract interest among business jet charter clients in the Middle East and worldwide, catering to the needs of business and leisure travellers.' Dhamecha added: 'The Gulfstream 600 series has also had a broader impact on regional aviation and has set new standards for private air travel. Its success has demonstrated the viability and demand for high-end, long-range business jets in the Middle East, influencing fleet decisions across the industry and helping to position the region as a global hub for business and tourism. We expect the regional demand for high-end business jets like the Gulfstream 600 series to grow, reinforcing its status as a key player in the aviation industry.'
Zawya
23-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Empire Aviation acquires Gulfstream G600 for charter in Mideast
Dubai-based Empire Aviation has added a new Gulfstream G600 business jet to its fleet, offering end-to-end personalised services for the new owner. The 13-seater aircraft will operate under the company's San Marino AOC and will be available for worldwide charter. Gulfstream's G600 series models are popular among charter clients, including those in the Middle East, due to their non-stop intercontinental range and comfort. Empire Aviation Group is the authorised International Sales Representative for Gulfstream business aircraft sales activities in India. The Gulfstream line offers 'clean sheet' design, advanced technology, and 100% fresh air in the cabin, enhancing passenger comfort and well-being during flights. Larger aircraft like the G600 offer more cabin and luggage space, which are highly valued among private aviation travellers. The premium cabin offers full-flat beds, lounge compartments, and high specification fixtures, such as entertainment systems and communications technology. Empire Aviation managed the entire aircraft acquisition process, cabin configuration, interior decor, assessment and delivery, aircraft registration, crew recruitment, aircraft management, and flight operations, including charter management. The team also managed the aircraft handover to the new owner at the Gulfstream factory in Savanah, US. Gulfstream has built over 500 of the G600 aircraft and has earned over 35 world speed records, including the G650ER for the farthest, fastest flight in business aviation history. Paras Dhamecha, Founder and Managing Director of Empire Aviation Group, said: 'The G600 acquisition gave the Empire Aviation team the opportunity to demonstrate the full spectrum of turn-key bespoke services we provide for private aircraft owners. Our aircraft management division takes the operational complexity out of owning such a high-performance aircraft. From maintenance and crewing to regulatory compliance and financial oversight, the team ensures that every flight operates seamlessly. For the Gulfstream G600, this level of personalised management is particularly critical, given its advanced avionics and systems. Owners of the G600 can enjoy peace of mind, knowing their prized aircraft is in expert hands. It's a superb aircraft and will certainly attract interest among business jet charter clients in the Middle East and worldwide, catering to the needs of business and leisure travellers.' Dhamecha added: 'The Gulfstream 600 series has also had a broader impact on regional aviation and has set new standards for private air travel. Its success has demonstrated the viability and demand for high-end, long-range business jets in the Middle East, influencing fleet decisions across the industry and helping to position the region as a global hub for business and tourism. We expect the regional demand for high-end business jets like the Gulfstream 600 series to grow, reinforcing its status as a key player in the aviation industry.' -TradeArabia News Service
