Qatar Airways has unveiled its first $75 million Gulfstream G700 private jet as it caters to elite customers — take a look inside

Taylor Rains,Pete SymeJul 9, 2023, 19:07 IST

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Qatar Airways Executive unveiled its first Gulfstream G700 private jet at the Paris Airshow in June.
The $75 million business aircraft can carry up to 19 people and has a bedroom.

Qatar Airways is considered one of the most luxurious airlines in the world, with award-winning business class suites and even onboard bars.

But, unbeknownst to many travelers, the Doha-based carrier also runs a private arm known as Qatar Executive. The high-end subsidiary targets the airline's most elite travelers — specifically those willing to pay up to six figures for a flight.

The wholly-owned business was launched in 2009 and has since amassed a fleet of multi-million dollar corporate jets, including the Gulfstream G650ER, the Bombardier 5000, the Airbus ACJ319, and, most recently, the Gulfstream G700.

Qatar is the international launch customer for the $75 million G700, having unveiled the first of 10 on order at the Paris Airshow in June.

Insider toured the new G700 at the show to see what customers can expect onboard — take a look inside.

Powered by two Rolls-Royce Pearl 700 engines, the company's new G700 sports the familiar Qatar Executive livery and comes complete with a fully customizable interior.

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The flexibility is particularly advantageous considering the G700 can fly up to 8,630 miles nonstop — making it one of the longest-ranged private jets in the industry.

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The flexibility is particularly advantageous considering the G700 can fly up to 8,630 miles nonstop — making it one of the longest-ranged private jets in the industry.

Stepping onto the G700, I could immediately see the Qatar brand reflected in the design.

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The first passenger section onboard was the theater, which was complete with a couch and flat-screen television.

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A cool feature was the TV streaming live footage from the airshow via a camera on the tail of the plane.

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Behind the entertainment area was the club room with four large armchairs, each with an adjustable headrest and good recline.

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A table could be deployed between each set of two seats as well, which was easily big enough to fit a laptop, food, or a board game.

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Other perks like charging ports and cupholders were located next to each seat.

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Walking further down the jet, guests will find the dining room, where catered food can be served by the onboard cabin crew.

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On one side of the space is a table for four…

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…while the other side is a table for two, so up to six people can sit in the dining area at once.

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The aft living space is the bedroom, complete with a plush double bed and another set of loungers with a stored table.

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A sliding door closes off the room for maximum privacy.

Attached to the bedroom is a lavatory with a sink, storage, towels, a mirror, and a toilet.

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In addition to the living spaces, there are also a few non-passenger spots onboard, like the aft cargo hold.

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Meanwhile, the front of the plane hosts the crew rest area. The space is optional, and operators who opt out can offer up to five living spaces onboard.

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Also not part of the passenger area is the "extra-large" galley, which is where flight attendants prepare meals, snacks, and drinks.

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The space comes complete with plenty of storage, as well as glasses, an oven, and a refrigerator.

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Considering all of the luxuries onboard, Qatar is targeting its most elite customers who have the means to fly private over opting for the Q-Suite.

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But, only a niche number of people will be able to afford the luxury as a one-way flight from New York to London on the company's smaller Gulfstream 500 can cost up to $160,000, according to a 2018 Insider report.

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But, only a niche number of people will be able to afford the luxury as a one-way flight from New York to London on the company's smaller Gulfstream 500 can cost up to $160,000, according to a 2018 Insider report.

Despite the steep price, the market is still there. Qatar's CEO Akbar Al Baker expressed confidence in the jet and the future of business travel, describing the G700's advanced performance as a "game changer."

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Despite the steep price, the market is still there. Qatar's CEO Akbar Al Baker expressed confidence in the jet and the future of business travel, describing the G700's advanced performance as a "game changer."

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Qatar Airways has unveiled its first $75 million Gulfstream G700 private jet as it caters to elite customers &mdash; take a look inside

Powered by two Rolls-Royce Pearl 700 engines, the company's new G700 sports the familiar Qatar Executive livery and comes complete with a fully customizable interior.

The flexibility is particularly advantageous considering the G700 can fly up to 8,630 miles nonstop — making it one of the longest-ranged private jets in the industry.

Stepping onto the G700, I could immediately see the Qatar brand reflected in the design.

The first passenger section onboard was the theater, which was complete with a couch and flat-screen television.

A cool feature was the TV streaming live footage from the airshow via a camera on the tail of the plane.

Behind the entertainment area was the club room with four large armchairs, each with an adjustable headrest and good recline.

A table could be deployed between each set of two seats as well, which was easily big enough to fit a laptop, food, or a board game.

Other perks like charging ports and cupholders were located next to each seat.

Walking further down the jet, guests will find the dining room, where catered food can be served by the onboard cabin crew.

On one side of the space is a table for four…

…while the other side is a table for two, so up to six people can sit in the dining area at once.

The aft living space is the bedroom, complete with a plush double bed and another set of loungers with a stored table.

A sliding door closes off the room for maximum privacy.

Attached to the bedroom is a lavatory with a sink, storage, towels, a mirror, and a toilet.

In addition to the living spaces, there are also a few non-passenger spots onboard, like the aft cargo hold.

Meanwhile, the front of the plane hosts the crew rest area. The space is optional, and operators who opt out can offer up to five living spaces onboard.

Also not part of the passenger area is the "extra-large" galley, which is where flight attendants prepare meals, snacks, and drinks.

The space comes complete with plenty of storage, as well as glasses, an oven, and a refrigerator.

Considering all of the luxuries onboard, Qatar is targeting its most elite customers who have the means to fly private over opting for the Q-Suite.

But, only a niche number of people will be able to afford the luxury as a one-way flight from New York to London on the company's smaller Gulfstream 500 can cost up to $160,000, according to a 2018 Insider report.

Despite the steep price, the market is still there. Qatar's CEO Akbar Al Baker expressed confidence in the jet and the future of business travel, describing the G700's advanced performance as a "game changer."

Qatar Airways has unveiled its first $75 million Gulfstream G700 private jet as it caters to elite customers — take a look inside