Gulfstream Gulfstream II
Summary
| Category | Transport aircraft |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| First flight | 2 October 1966 |
| Year of introduction | 1967 |
| Number produced | 256 units |
Description
The Gulfstream II is a military aircraft developed by Gulfstream Aerospace as a derivative of the Grumman Gulfstream I. Introduced in the 1960s, it was designed to fulfill various missions including executive transport, air ambulance, and military operations. The aircraft is known for its twin-engine configuration, low-wing design, and spacious cabin. With its well-rounded capabilities and range, it has been deployed by several military forces around the world for diverse tasks such as VIP transport, reconnaissance, and electronic warfare. The Gulfstream II has demonstrated operational versatility, contributing to its continued relevance in military aviation.
Technical specifications
| Version: Gulfstream II | |
|---|---|
| Maximum speed | 935 km/h (581 mph) |
| Wing area | 75.2 m² (809.6 sqft) |
| Wingspan | 20.8 m (68.1 ft) |
| Height | 7.5 m (24.6 ft) |
| Length | 24.1 m (79.1 ft) |
| Service ceiling | 13716 m (45000 ft) |
| Empty weight | 16576 kg (36544 lbs) |
| Max. takeoff weight | 29710 kg (65499 lbs) |
| Powerplant | 2 × turbojets Rolls-Royce RB163 Spey Mk 511-8 delivering 5171 kgp |
Current operating countries
| Country | Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Ecuador | 1 | |
Numbers in parentheses, e.g. '(+5)', indicate units ordered but not yet delivered.
All operators
Ivory Coast • Algeria • Ecuador • Gabon • Kuwait • Liberia • Libya • Mauritania • Nigeria • Oman • Panama • Saudi Arabia • Togo • Uganda • United States • Venezuela