GULFSTREAM V

The 'Gulfstream V' and 'G-V SP' are business jet aircraft produced by Gulfstream Aerospace. They are also used by the US military under the designation 'C-37A'.^[1] The 'G500 and G550' are improved versions.

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Gulfstream V

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(G-V)

C-37A

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Development

Gulfstream V

The Gulfstream V (also referred to as the G-V) first flew in 1995, was certified in 1997, and was one of the first "ultra-long range" (~6000 nautical miles) business aircraft. Capable of carrying up to 16 people in standard seating configurations, and able to fly up to 6,500 nautical miles (12,038 km), the GV became the longest range business jet ever made (at the time of its introduction).
Designated 'C-37A' in U.S. Air Force service, the Gulfstream V fulfills missions for government and Defense Department officials. The US Navy also operates 1 C-37A.
The aircraft has a flight management system with a worldwide satellite-based Global Positioning System. The C-37A is capable of cruise at 51,000 feet. Features include enhanced weather radar, autopilot and head-up display for the pilot. Safety features include Enhanced Vision Systems that allows increased visibility in austere environments. The aircraft is also equipped with commercial and military communications equipment to provide secure voice and data capability. The U.S. Air Force equips the C-37A with a basic crew of two pilots, 1 flight engineer, 1 communications systems operator, and 1 flight attendant.

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★ United States Air Force
:The 89th Airlift Wing’s 99th Airlift Squadron, Andrews Air Force Base, Md., operates four C-37As. The 6th Air Mobility Wing’s 310th Airlift Squadron, MacDill Air Force Base, Florida operates three C-37As. The 15th Airlift Wing's 65th Airlift Squadron, Hickam Air Force Base, Hawaii operates one C-37A.[1] The 86th Airlift Wing's 309th Airlift Squadron, Chievres Air Base, Belgium has one C-37A.

★ United States Army

★ United States Coast Guard
:Has operated one C-37A as ''CG-01,'' the commandant's executive transport, since May, 2002.

★ United States Navy

Specifications

(G-V)

C-37A

References

1. DoD 4120.15L, Model Designation of Military Aerospace Vehicles, 2004-05-12.

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