HB-JOE Aircraft Overview
HB-JOE is a Gulfstream G550 registered in Switzerland with serial number 5220. This heavy-cabin jet operates in the wide-body segment of business aviation, positioned between super-midsize platforms and ultra-long-range flagships. The aircraft is associated with Endless Sky International Ltd., registered through the FOCA. Manufactured in 2008, the aircraft has 18 years in service.
Gulfstream G550 Market Position
The G550 succeeded the GV with Rolls-Royce BR710 engines and the PlaneView flight deck, Gulfstream's first integrated cockpit. Over 600 units were delivered before production ended in 2021. The G550 defined corporate aviation for a generation and remains one of the most traded aircraft on the secondary market.
Performance Profile
The Gulfstream G550 delivers 488-knot cruise speeds with a maximum range of 6,750 nautical miles under standard fuel reserves. That range covers most transcontinental routes nonstop and select transatlantic pairings with favorable winds. Power comes from 2x Rolls-Royce BR710 A1-10. The 51,000-foot ceiling provides routing flexibility above airline corridors and most icing layers.
Mission Profile
Heavy jets are the workhorses of corporate flight departments and head-of-state operations. The Gulfstream G550 accommodates up to 16 passengers in a cabin configured for meetings, rest, and extended travel. Baggage capacity and galley provisions support multi-day trips without the logistical constraints of smaller platforms.
Charter & Availability
HB-JOE is registered in Switzerland under the FOCA. Contact The Jet Finder to inquire about charter availability for this aircraft or similar Gulfstream G550 platforms worldwide.
Insider Note
Heavy jets carry higher repositioning costs than midsize aircraft. If the aircraft is based far from your departure airport, a deadhead leg adds significant cost. Inquire about one-way availability or empty-leg positioning to reduce the total trip expense.
