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Germany's DC Aviation purchases first Gulfstream G400 for dedicated charter operations

The first Gulfstream G400 intended for dedicated charter operations has been purchased by German-based DC Aviation Group. The sale was announced during a signing ceremony at Gulfstream’s Customer Support facility in Farnborough, England.

“We appreciate DC Aviation’s commitment to and confidence in the G400, bringing this category-leading aircraft to European charter customers,” said Scott Neal, senior vice president, worldwide sales, Gulfstream. “The compelling combination of speed, efficiency and cabin size of the G400 fills a much-needed void in its category. We are seeing strong demand for this aircraft in Europe and around the world.”

The all-new G400 made its first flight on August 15th, officially launching the aircraft’s flight test program, and boasts class-leading performance and efficiency thanks to the combination of Gulfstream’s aerodynamic clean-wing design and advanced Pratt & Whitney Canada PW812GA engines.

Pictured left to right: Oliver Bergsch, Gulfstream’s regional vice president of sales for Central and Eastern Europe; Mike Swift, Gulfstream’s group vice president of sales for Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific; Svenja Wortmann, managing director, DC Aviation; and Stuart Burrows, authorized signatory and accountable manager, DC Aviation.

The aircraft also features Gulfstream’s next-generation avionics and technology, including the Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck with the industry’s first active control sidesticks, most extensive use of touch-screen technology and the award-winning Predictive Landing Performance System. The G400 can connect important business hubs like Munich to Mumbai; Zurich to New York; or Geneva to Dubai; among other nonstop flights, all at speeds faster than any aircraft in its market segment.

In the cabin, G400 customers will benefit from the Gulfstream Cabin Experience with 100% fresh, never recirculated air; a plasma ionization clean air system; the lowest cabin altitude in its class; and abundant natural light from 10 Gulfstream Panoramic Oval Windows. With a choice of three floorplan options with seating for up to nine, 11 or 12 passengers, the G400 offers a spacious and flexible interior.

“We are extremely proud to be pioneering this new aircraft model in Europe,” said Marc Ambrosius, managing director of DC Aviation Group. “The introduction of the G400 demonstrates DC Aviation’s constant commitment to providing a premier travel experience for our clients.”

“This G400 aircraft model exemplifies our dedication to offering the highest standards of safety, cabin convenience and reliability to our customers,” added Svenja Wortmann, also managing director of DC Aviation.

DC Aviation Group, headquartered at Stuttgart Airport, is a leading German business aviation company that has acquired extensive expertise in the field of aircraft management over the course of its 25-year history. Today, DC Aviation offers a broad portfolio ranging from aircraft management and charter services to business jet maintenance and handling services. The modern fleet includes short, medium and long-haul jets as well as large-cabin and ultralong-haul jets. DC Aviation maintains international locations in Dubai, Malta, Munich, Nice and San Marino.