Visiteur non identifié - Connexion - Inscrivez-vous
Gulfstream Aerospace, a wholly owned subsidiary of General
Dynamics (NYSE: GD), today announced the introduction of an all-new
business jet: the Gulfstream G650. With its ultra-large cabin and
ultra-long range, the G650 establishes a new price and performance
point for business-jet aircraft.
The G650 offers the longest range, fastest speed, largest cabin
and the most-advanced cockpit in the Gulfstream fleet. It is capable
of traveling 7,000 nautical miles at 0.85 Mach or 5,000 nautical miles
at 0.90 Mach. Using an advanced aerodynamic design, the G650 has a
maximum operating speed of 0.925 Mach, which will make it the fastest
civil aircraft flying. It can climb to a maximum altitude of 51,000
feet, allowing it to avoid airline-traffic congestion and adverse
weather.
"This is an exciting time in Gulfstream's history," said Joe
Lombardo, president, Gulfstream Aerospace. "For 50 years, our company
has been on the forefront of business-jet aviation. I can think of no
better way to celebrate our golden anniversary than to introduce the
Gulfstream G650. Created with significant input from customers who
participate in our Advanced Technology Customer Advisory Team, a
subset of our Customer Advisory Board, the G650 offers the most
advanced flight deck and the widest array of cabin comforts. Its
performance and aesthetics are unprecedented."
Gulfstream expects to begin G650 customer deliveries in 2012.
Based on the aircraft development schedule, the company projects it
will receive Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Type Certification
and validation by the European Aviation Safety Authority (EASA) in
2011. First flight of the aircraft is scheduled for the second half of
2009.
Enhanced Cabin Environment
Comfort figures prominently into the G650. The unfinished aircraft
cabin measures 102 inches wide and 77 inches high, making it the
largest business-jet cabin. The extra space allows for a longer living
area, more seat recline, expanded leg room and increased stateroom
capabilities as well as larger galleys, lavatories, storage and crew
rest areas. An 84-inch-wide floor provides for larger seats, wider
aisles and the ability to seat three across.
The G650 provides the most comfortable and productive cabin
environment. A cabin altitude of 4,850 feet at FL510 and 2,800 feet at
FL410 reduces fatigue, increases mental alertness and enhances
productivity, while a quieter cabin provides a more comfortable
environment for conversation or relaxation. The aircraft's advanced
environmental control system features quieter air distribution and
independently vented lavatories. The G650's new 16 cabin windows,
measuring 28 inches by 20.5 inches, are the largest in the industry,
providing for even more natural light and visually expanding the
aircraft's already spacious interior.
Gulfstream's Cabin Essential(R) design philosophy means all of the
G650's major cabin systems have been designed with redundancy so a
single-point failure will not result in the loss of cabin
functionality. That means a toilet always flushes; water is always
available; and an entertainment source always works.
The PlaneView(R) Cockpit
The G650 features the most technologically advanced PlaneView(R)
II cockpit with a number of enhancements including: four 14-inch,
adaptive, liquid-crystal displays; three standard PlaneBook(R)
computer tablets; a smaller pedestal; a standby multifunction
controller that combines current display controller functionality with
standby flight instruments; and a fully automatic, three-dimensional
scanning weather radar with an integral terrain database for efficient
ground-clutter elimination.
In addition, the G650 uses state-of-the-art vision systems to
improve both pilot situational awareness and flight safety. These
standard systems include the Gulfstream Enhanced Vision System (EVS
II), the Synthetic Vision-Primary Flight Display (SV-PFD) system and
Head-Up Display (HUD II). Gulfstream is the first Part 25 Original
Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) to provide its customers with both
enhanced and synthetic vision systems. Kollsman (EVS II), Honeywell
(SV-PFD) and Rockwell Collins (HUD II) are major suppliers to
Gulfstream on these three systems.
Working in concert, the EVS II and SV-PFD provide pilots with a
superior view of the terrain, obstacles and approaches, regardless of
the weather conditions outside the cockpit. EVS uses a forward-looking
infrared (FLIR) camera to capture real-world images and project them
on the pilot's all-digital HUD II, while the SV-PFD uses
three-dimensional, color terrain images that are derived from data
stored in the Honeywell Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System
(EGPWS).
"The Gulfstream G650 uses state-of-the-art avionics to give
operators a visual edge," said Pres Henne, senior vice president,
Programs, Engineering and Test, Gulfstream. "But the G650's advances
extend beyond the cockpit. Every element of this aircraft was designed
with safety, reliability, comfort, productivity and performance in
mind."
Because the G650 flight deck has the same basic layout as the
G550, the pilot type rating for the G650 is expected to be the same as
the GV and the other in-production, large-cabin Gulfstream business
jets, with minimal differences training.
Performance
The G650 is powered by the new Rolls-Royce BR725 engine, which
produces 16,100 pounds of thrust at take-off. Manufactured by
Rolls-Royce in Germany, the BR725 engine features a 50-inch swept fan
with 24 blades for improved flow, increased efficiency, reduced noise
and lower emissions. The G650 has fuel-burn levels comparable to those
of smaller aircraft.
The BR725, in combination with the new, high-efficiency
thrust-reverser system and an all-new aerodynamically optimized wing,
means the G650 can meet the latest take-off certification
requirements, has excellent "hot and high" performance and offers
outstanding intercontinental range. For example, the G650 can travel
the 6,370 nautical miles from Dubai to Chicago 88 minutes faster than
existing long-range jets. It shaves 31 minutes off the
4,788-nautical-mile trip from Los Angeles to London and 50 minutes off
the 5,932-mile trip from New York to Tokyo.
Reliable Systems
The G650 offers a full three-axis fly-by-wire system that delivers
a number of benefits to the user, including flight-envelope
protection, increased redundancy and reduced maintenance. The system
is the result of extensive testing in Gulfstream's Advanced Flight
Controls program, where designers and engineers have been
flight-testing advanced signaling and actuation on a GV aircraft.
Those efforts led to a redundant fly-by-wire system that exceeds
certification requirements. The system features a quadruple-redundant
flight-control computer system for commanding all flight-control
surfaces. In addition, the system has a separate and dedicated back-up
flight-control computer that provides an additional level of safety.
The G650 also has reliable electrical systems that use proven
components. Two 40 kVA Integrated Drive Generators, a 40 kVA APU
Generator and one 15 kVA Ram Air Turbine provide superior electrical
power capacity, no-break power transfer capability and added
redundancy for safe, reliable operation.
The G650 fuel system stores 100 percent of the aircraft's 44,200
pounds of fuel in the wings. The G650 retains the G550 heated fuel
return system but adds a new Fuel Quantity Monitoring System (FQMS).
This system uses a new distributed architecture with redundancy to
maintain fuel-quantity indication in the event of any single sensor
failure. Additionally, the electronically controlled refueling feature
automatically adjusts to provide accurate refueling under varying fuel
temperature conditions.
To ensure all systems remain at peak performance, the Gulfstream
G650 uses Gulfstream's PlaneConnect(R) program, a maintenance link
that automatically transmits aircraft maintenance information to the
customer's operations department with an optional copy to Gulfstream
Technical Operations. This data can then be analyzed to identify
systems' condition status. It also allows for exceptionally fast
maintenance turnaround times.
With overall system reliability improvements and with 600 hours
between major inspections, the G650 is projected to have unmatched
availability and dispatch reliability.
Manufacturing
The G650 fuselage employs all-new structural design and
manufacturing processes, including bonded skin panels, machined frames
and precision assembly. These new methods not only improve aircraft
quality, fit and finish, they also reduce assembly time and the need
for an extensive parts supply. For example, the G650's new window
design is 16 percent larger but uses 78 percent fewer parts, thereby
reducing assembly time 57 percent. This streamlined manufacturing
cycle also consumes less energy.
The G650 will be produced in the recently completed
308,000-square-foot manufacturing facility at Gulfstream in Savannah.
In summary, Gulfstream's all-new flagship jet, the G650, is a new,
one-of-a-kind, high-tech, state-of-the-art airborne office that
features an unmatched combination of characteristics: the largest and
quietest cabin, the longest range and fastest speed and the most
technologically advanced aircraft systems.
"It's thrilling to see how far we've come since that day 50 years
ago when the first Gulfstream I prototype took to the skies. We were
the first then and we're still the first now. And with the help of our
customers, the support of our communities and the ingenuity of our
employees, we'll continue to make aviation history with cutting-edge
advances that revolutionize the business-jet industry," said Lombardo.
NOTE TO EDITORS
Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of
General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets,
services and supports the world's most technologically advanced
business-jet aircraft. Gulfstream has produced some 1,600 aircraft for
customers around the world since 1958. To meet the diverse
transportation needs of the future, Gulfstream offers a comprehensive
fleet of aircraft, comprising the wide-cabin, high-speed Gulfstream
G150(R); the large-cabin, mid-range Gulfstream G200(R); the
large-cabin, mid-range Gulfstream G350(R); the large-cabin, long-range
G450(R); the large-cabin, ultra-long-range Gulfstream G500(R) and the
large-cabin, ultra-long-range Gulfstream G550(R). Gulfstream also
offers aircraft ownership services via Gulfstream Financial Services
Division and Gulfstream Pre-Owned Aircraft Sales(R). The company
employs more than 9,100 people at seven major locations. We invite you
to visit our Web site for more information and photos of Gulfstream
aircraft at www.gulfstream.com.
General Dynamics, headquartered in Falls Church, Va., employs
approximately 83,500 people worldwide and reported 2007 revenues of
$27.2 billion. The company is a market leader in business aviation;
land and expeditionary combat systems, armaments and munitions;
shipbuilding and marine systems; and information systems and
technologies. More information about the company is available on the
Internet at www.generaldynamics.com.
-0-
*T
G650 Product Specifications
Performance
(a)Maximum Range 7,000 nm 12,964 km
(Mach 0.85, 8 passengers, 4 crew and NBAA IFR
reserves)
Normal Cruise Speed Mach 0.85 488 kts 904 km/h
High Speed Cruise Mach 0.90 516 kts 956 km/h
Mmo (Maximum Operating Mach Number) 0.925
Takeoff Distance (SL, ISA, MTOW) 6,000 ft 1,829 m
Landing Distance (SL, ISA, MLW) 3,000 ft 914 m
Initial Cruise Altitude 41,000 ft 12,497 m
Maximum Cruise Altitude 51,000 ft 15,545 m
Weights
Maximum Takeoff Weight 99,600 lb 45,178 kg
Maximum Landing Weight 83,500 lb 37,875 kg
Maximum Zero Fuel Weight 60,500 lb 27,442 kg
(b)Basic Operating Weight (including
4 crew) 54,000 lb 24,494 kg
(b)Maximum Payload 6,500 lb 2,948 kg
(b)Payload with Maximum Fuel 1,800 lb 816 kg
Maximum Fuel Weight 44,200 lb 20,049 kg
Design Standards
Avionics Gulfstream PlaneView II
Engines (2) Rolls-Royce BR725 A1-12
Rated Takeoff Thrust (each) 16,100 lb 71.6 kN
Passengers: Typical Outfitting 11 - 18
Interior
Cabin Length 53 ft 7 in 16.33 m
Cabin Height 6 ft 5 in 1.95 m
Cabin Width 8 ft 6 in 2.59 m
Cabin Volume 2,138 cu ft 60.54 cu.m
Usable Baggage Volume 195 cu ft 5.52 cu.m
Comfort
Cabin Altitude:Maximum 4,850 ft at FL510
2,800 ft at FL410
Windows 16 Larger, Gulfstream Signature
Oval Windows
Galley Forward or Aft Galley
Lavatories Forward and Aft Lavatories
12 Select Floorplans or Tailored
Cabin Configurations Floorplans
(a) NBAA IFR theoretical range. Actual range will be affected by ATC
routing, operating speed, weather, outfitting options and other
factors.
(b) Stated weights are based on theoretical standard outfitting
configurations.
Actual weights will be affected by outfitting options and other
factors.
*T
Sélectionnez votre lecteur de news préféré ci-dessous :
Ou bien intégrez le flux XML dans votre agrégateur RSS par défaut : 
