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The Gulfstream V is designed to fly intercontinental distances and it competes with Bombardier's Global Express, the Boeing Business Jet and Airbus A319CJ.
The Gulfstream V features the most advanced technology available to support the rigorous demands of intercontinental missions. From the unique engine design and highly advanced communications capabilities to the cabin that offers maximum passenger comfort and flexibility, the Gulfstream V continues the Gulfstream legacy of innovation and high quality. The Gulfstream V's have ability to travel nonstop for 6,500 nautical miles at speeds up to Mach 0.885.
The 1,669 cubic foot cabin typically seats 15 passengers, but can be configured to accommodate more. The stand-up (6.1 feet high) cabin is 50.1 feet long and is usually partitioned into three separate areas. Noise levels are uniformly low throughout the cabin. An external baggage compartment can hold 226 cubic feet of baggage, or a total of 2,500 pounds. Access is available to this compartment in-flight when flying at or above 40,000 feet. Small additional storage compartments are located under each seat.
Standard cabin amenities include a full-sized galley, equipped for hot and cold food preparation; a sink with running water; power outlets for office equipment; fold-out work tables; and separate lavatories for the passengers and the crew. Satellite TV, multi-screen entertainment systems, and phones for each seat are available as upgrades. If the cabin air feels too dry, an AirData/LeBozec humidifier can be added as well, which increases the cabin humidity be injecting water into the Environmental Control System (ECS) as air cycles through.
The cockpit’s avionics system is built around the Honeywell SPX-8500 suite. One of its optional features is rather notable: a HUD and Kollsman/Opgal Enhanced Vision System (ECS) that gives the Gulfstream V the ability to land in harsh conditions with limited or no visibility. A Forward Looking Infra-Red (FLIR) sensor records light concealed by rain or fog and creates a display in the cockpit of the runway. The display is detailed enough to show even the reflective stripes on the runway.
The Gulfstream V is a perfect aircraft for those that need to journey cross-country or international destinations quickly. The Gulfstream V’s combination of range/payload capacity, speed, and reliability make it a winner in the ultra-long-range private jet category.
General Characteristics
• Crew: 2 pilots, 0-2 attendants
• Capacity: 14-19 passengers
• Length: 96 ft 5 in (29.4 m)
• Wingspan: 93 ft 6 in (28.5 m)
• Height: 25 ft 10 in (7.9 m)
• Empty weight: 46,200 lb (21,000 kg)
• Loaded weight: 54,500 lb (24,721 kg)
• Useful load: 6,500 lb (2,948 kg)
• Max takeoff weight: 90,500 lb (41,136 kg)
• Powerplant: 2× Rolls-Royce BR710A1-10 turbofan, 14,750 lbf (65 kN) each
• Maximum ramp weight: 90,900 lb (41,318 kg)
• Maximum landing weight: 75,300 lb (34,156 kg)
• Maximum fuel weight: 41,300 lb (18,772 kg)
• Cabin length: 50 ft 1 in (15.3 m)
• Cabin height: 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
• Cabin width: 7 ft 4 in (2.24 m)
• Cabin volume: 1,669 ft³ (47.3 m³)
• Baggage compartment volume: 226 ft³ (6.4 m³)
Performance
• Maximum speed: 0.885 Mach
• Cruise speed: 488 knots (0.85 Mach, 904 km/h)
• Range: 6,200 nautical miles
• Service ceiling 51,000 ft
• Takeoff distance: 5,150 ft
• Landing distance: 2,770 ft
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