Gulfstream Gulfstream G550
Summary
Category | Training aircraft |
Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
First flight | 1 January 2003 |
Year of introduction | 2004 |
Number produced | 600 units |
Description
The Gulfstream G550 is a military aircraft developed by Gulfstream Aerospace and designed for various missions and deployments. Introduced in 2003, the aircraft is a derivative of the civilian G550 business jet. It is known for its long-range capabilities, fuel efficiency, and advanced avionics systems. The G550 has been utilized by numerous armed forces worldwide for multiple purposes, including executive transport, command and control, surveillance, and reconnaissance. With its spacious cabin, it can accommodate a range of mission equipment and personnel. The military aircraft has proven to be a reliable and versatile platform for various military operations.
Technical specifications
Version: G-V | |
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Wing area | 106 m² (1141.0 sqft) |
Wingspan | 28.5 m (93.4 ft) |
Height | 7.7 m (25.1 ft) |
Length | 29.4 m (96.5 ft) |
Service ceiling | 15545 m (51001 ft) |
Empty weight | 20956 kg (46200 lbs) |
Max. takeoff weight | 41050 kg (90500 lbs) |
Takeoff distance | 1570 m (5151 ft) |
Powerplant | 2 × turbofans Rolls-Royce BR710A1-10 delivering 6690 kgp |
Current operating countries
Country | Units | ||
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Singapore | 4 | ||
Italy | 3 (+1) | ||
Israel | 2 | ||
United States | 1 (+10) | ||
Australia | 0 (+4) |
Numbers in parentheses, e.g. '(+5)', indicate units ordered but not yet delivered.
All operators
Australia • Israel • Italy • Singapore • United States