Gulfstream G280 for Sale: Price, Specs and Buying Guide

G280 price in 2026

Pre-owned G280 aircraft price between $12 million and $19 million as of 2026 market conditions, averaging around $16.1 million, against a new list price near $28 million. That gap between average pre-owned and new is wider than on some competing types, which reflects how much buyers value a fresh factory warranty on a Gulfstream specifically.

Within the pre-owned range, engine program status on the Honeywell HTF7250G and PlaneView avionics software currency do most of the work in separating a lower-priced aircraft from a higher-priced one. High utilization duty cycles are common on this type, so brake and tire wear also factor into where a specific aircraft lands. Compare it with the Embraer Praetor 600, its closest competitor on paper, or the wider Bombardier and Cessna super-midsize field before narrowing your search.

What to check before you buy

This type sees genuinely high utilization in the field, so wear items deserve as much attention as paperwork.

• Confirm Honeywell HTF7250G engine program status and time remaining to overhaul.
• Check PlaneView avionics suite software currency.
• Review wing and fuel system compliance with G280-specific service bulletins.
• Inspect brake and tire wear closely; this type is known for high utilization duty cycles.
• Check APU hours.
• Review the cabin pressurization cycle count.

Operating costs

No directly sourced hourly figure is publicly available specifically for the G280, and we say that plainly rather than guess. Super-midsize peers run roughly $3,200 to $3,800 per flight hour, which is a reasonable estimate to plan against until you have a specific aircraft and a current operator quote. Our Africa operating cost guide breaks down what fuel, crew and hangar fees typically add on top.

Who it suits in Africa

The G280 suits a buyer who wants Gulfstream cabin standards and genuine cross-continental range without the purchase price or hangar footprint of a G450 or G650. It works well for a family office or a corporate flight department that flies Africa to Europe occasionally rather than as a monthly routine.

Buyers who want to stay in the Gulfstream family but need more cabin and range eventually look at the Gulfstream G650; those comparing outside the brand look at the Praetor 600 or Challenger 350 mentioned above. Photos and full spec sheets of specific G280 airframes are available on request via WhatsApp. South Africa's deep bench of mining and corporate wealth makes it one of the strongest markets for this class; see our South Africa private jet market page for current pricing.