Gulfstream G-1159A Pre-Buy Checklist

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Full Cost Data

Purchase Price

$500K-$2.0M

Prebuy Items

ADs

Insurance

$11,812

per year (experienced)

Safety Record (NTSB)

Public incident data · 1982-2025

4

Total Incidents

3

Accidents

1

Fatal

125.0

Per 1K Fleet

Raw public data from NTSB. Not a safety grade. Compare with fleet size and hours flown.

Purchase Price by Year

1970-1979
$131K-$253K
1980-1989
$184K-$354K
1990-1999
$263K-$506K
2000-2009
$394K-$759K
2010-2019
$656K-$1.3M
2020-present
$1.3M-$2.5M

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Gulfstream G-1159A cost?

Typical purchase price: $500K-$2.0M

What should I check before buying a Gulfstream G-1159A?

Have a qualified A&P mechanic perform a thorough pre-buy inspection of the airframe, engine, avionics, and logbooks.

How much is insurance for a Gulfstream G-1159A?

Experienced pilots: $11,812-$14,438/year.

Are there any known issues with the Gulfstream G-1159A?

Check FAA airworthiness directives and type club resources for known issues.

Cost Summary

Purchase$500K-$2.0M
Annual Fixed$27,012/yr
Hourly Variable$3250.00/hr
5-Year Total$2.3M-$5.5M

Insurance Estimates

New PPL$16,875-$24,375
Experienced$11,812-$14,438

Engine

ModelROLLS-ROYC SPEY MK 511SR
Power1140 HP
TBO5,000 hrs
Overhaul$1,000,000-$1,500,000

Disclaimer

This guide is for informational purposes only. Always hire a qualified A&P mechanic for a professional pre-buy inspection. Data sourced from FAA records and industry benchmarks.