Gulfstream G650ER Sets Round-the-World Record

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Gulfstream G650ER Sets Round-the-World Record

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A Gulfstream G650ER sets a round-the-world record with only one stop for fuel.

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Re: Gulfstream G650ER Sets Round-the-World Record

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In this article regarding the same around the world flight, the same type aircraft, a G650ER, has two pending records for city pairs in excess of 14 hours each. Amazing long range capabilities.

http://flightclub.jalopnik.com/gulfstre ... 1686768856
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