Gulfstream G550

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The Gulfstream G550 is a business jet aircraft that was produced by Gulfstream Aerospace from 2003 to 2021. It is a variant of the Gulfstream V with improved performance, range, and technology. It can fly up to 6,750 nautical miles (12,501 km) at a speed of Mach 0.80 (926 km/h) with up to 19 passengers on board.

The Gulfstream G550 features a PlaneView cockpit with four Honeywell DU-1310 EFIS screens, a Gulfstream-designed cursor control system, and an Enhanced Vision System (EVS). It also has a Head-Up Display (HUD) and a Synthetic Vision-Primary Flight Display system that enhances situational awareness and safety.

The Gulfstream G550 has a spacious and comfortable cabin that can be configured in various layouts to suit different needs and preferences. The cabin has a length of 43 ft 11 in (13.4 m), a width of 7 ft 4 in (2.24 m), and a height of 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m). It also has a volume of 1,669 cu ft (47.3 m3) and an internal baggage capacity of 170 cu ft (4.8 m3). The cabin has up to seven windows on each side, providing natural light and views. The cabin also has a low-altitude pressurization equivalent to 6,000 feet (1,829 m), which reduces fatigue and enhances comfort.

The Gulfstream G550 is one of the most popular and successful business jets in the world, with more than 600 units delivered to customers around the world. It has won several awards and accolades for its performance, design, and innovation. It has also set several speed and distance records, such as flying from Seoul to Orlando in 14 hours and 17 minutes.

 

 

General characteristics

  • Crew: 2 pilots, 0–2 attendants
  • Capacity: 14–19 passengers / 6,200 lb (2,812 kg) payload
  • Cabin dimensions: height × width × length 6 ft 2 in × 7 ft 4 in × 43 ft 11 in (1.88 m × 2.24 m × 13.39 m); total length including baggage hold: 50 ft 1 in (15.27 m)
  • Cabin volume: 1,669 cu ft (47.26 m3); usable baggage compartment volume: 170 cu ft (4.81 m3)
  • Cabin altitude: 6,000 ft (1,829 m)
  • Length: 96 ft 5 in (29.39 m)
  • Wingspan: 93 ft 6 in (28.50 m)
  • Height: 25 ft 10 in (7.87 m)
  • Empty weight: 48,300 lb (21,909 kg)
  • Gross weight: 54,500 lb (24,721 kg)
  • Max takeoff weight: 91,000 lb (41,277 kg)
  • Maximum landing weight: 75,300 lb (34,156 kg)
  • Fuel capacity: 41,300 lb (18,733 kg)
  • Powerplant: 2 × Rolls-Royce BR710 C4-11 turbofan engines, 15,385 lbf (68.44 kN) thrust each

Performance

  • Range: 6,750 nmi (7,770 mi, 12,500 km)
  • High Speed Cruise: M0.85 at 41,000 ft (12,497 m)
  • Long Range Cruise: M0.80 at 41,000 ft (12,497 m)
  • Maximum Mach Operating (MMO): M0.885 at 41,000 ft (12,497 m)
  • Service ceiling: 51,000 ft (16,000 m)
  • Take-off run: 5,910 ft (1,801 m)
  • Landing run: 2,770 ft (844 m)