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All-New Gulfstream G400 Completes First Flight

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Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. announced the successful first flight of its all-new G400 aircraft, launching the flight test program. The G400 completed a 2-hour, 54-minute flight, reaching Mach 0.85 and an altitude of 41,000 feet. It features advanced Pratt & Whitney Canada PW812GA engines, next-generation avionics, and can fly 4,200 nautical miles at Mach 0.85.

The aircraft offers three floorplan options, seating up to 12 passengers, and provides the Gulfstream Cabin Experience with 100% fresh air, low cabin altitude, and 10 Panoramic Oval Windows. The G400 showcases Gulfstream's aerodynamic clean-wing design and is equipped with the Symmetry Flight Deck and Predictive Landing Performance System for improved safety.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. ha annunciato il primo volo di successo del suo nuovissimo G400, avviando il programma di test di volo. Il G400 ha completato un volo di 2 ore e 54 minuti, raggiungendo Mach 0.85 e un'altitudine di 41.000 piedi. È dotato di motori Pratt & Whitney Canada PW812GA avanzati, avionica di nuova generazione e può volare 4.200 miglia nautiche a Mach 0.85.

L'aereo offre tre opzioni di piano di cabina, con posti per un massimo di 12 passeggeri, e offre l'Esperienza Cabin Gulfstream con aria fresca al 100%, bassa altitudine della cabina e 10 finestre ovali panoramiche. Il G400 mette in mostra il design aerodinamico clean-wing di Gulfstream ed è equipaggiato con il Simmetry Flight Deck e il Sistema di Performance di Atterraggio Predittivo per una maggiore sicurezza.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. anunció el exitoso primer vuelo de su nuevo G400, lanzando el programa de pruebas de vuelo. El G400 completó un vuelo de 2 horas y 54 minutos, alcanzando Mach 0.85 y una altitud de 41,000 pies. Presenta motores avanzados Pratt & Whitney Canada PW812GA, aviónica de última generación, y puede volar 4,200 millas náuticas a Mach 0.85.

걸프스트림 항공 우주 공사가 새로운 G400 항공기의 첫 비행 성공을 발표하며 비행 테스트 프로그램을 시작했습니다. G400은 2시간 54분 동안 비행하며, 마하 0.85에 도달하고 고도 41,000피트를 기록했습니다. 프랫 앤드 휘트니 캐나다 PW812GA 엔진, 차세대 항공 전자 장비를 갖추고 있으며, 마하 0.85로 4,200 해리를 비행할 수 있습니다.

이 항공기는 12명의 승객을 수용할 수 있는 세 가지 바닥 계획 옵션을 제공하며, 100% 신선한 공기, 낮은 객실 고도, 10개의 파노라마 타원형 창을 갖춘 걸프스트림 기내 경험을 제공합니다. G400은 걸프스트림의 공기역학적 클린 윙 디자인을 선보이며, 안전성을 향상시키기 위한 심메트리 비행 갑판과 예측 착륙 성능 시스템을 갖추고 있습니다.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. a annoncé le premier vol réussi de son tout nouveau G400, lançant ainsi le programme d'essai en vol. Le G400 a complété un vol de 2 heures et 54 minutes, atteignant Mach 0.85 et une altitude de 41 000 pieds. Il est équipé de moteurs avancés Pratt & Whitney Canada PW812GA, d'une avionique de nouvelle génération et peut voler 4 200 milles marins à Mach 0.85.

L'avion propose trois options de plan de cabine, pouvant accueillir jusqu'à 12 passagers, et offre l'Expérience de Cabine Gulfstream avec 100 % d'air frais, une altitude de cabine basse et 10 fenêtres ovales panoramiques. Le G400 met en valeur le design aérodynamique en aile propre de Gulfstream et est équipé du Cockpit Symmetry et du Système de Performance d'Atterrissage Prédictif pour une sécurité améliorée.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. gab den erfolgreichen Erstflug seines brandneuen G400-Flugzeugs bekannt und startete damit das Flugtestprogramm. Der G400 absolvierte einen 2-stündigen und 54-minütigen Flug, erreichte Mach 0.85 und eine Höhe von 41.000 Fuß. Er verfügt über fortschrittliche Pratt & Whitney Canada PW812GA-Triebwerke, Flugzeuge der nächsten Generation und kann 4.200 Seemeilen bei Mach 0.85 fliegen.

Das Flugzeug bietet drei Kabinenlayouts mit Platz für bis zu 12 Passagiere und bietet das Gulfstream-Kabinen-Erlebnis mit 100 % frischer Luft, niedriger Kabinenhöhe und 10 panoramic ovalen Fenstern. Der G400 zeigt das aerodynamische Clean-Wing-Design von Gulfstream und ist mit dem Symmetry Flight Deck und dem Predictive Landing Performance System für erhöhte Sicherheit ausgestattet.

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  • Successful completion of G400's first flight, launching the flight test program
  • Advanced features including Pratt & Whitney Canada PW812GA engines and next-generation avionics
  • 4,200 nautical mile range at Mach 0.85
  • Three floorplan options with seating for up to 12 passengers
  • Gulfstream Cabin Experience with 100% fresh air and low cabin altitude
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The successful first flight of the Gulfstream G400 marks a significant milestone in the business aviation sector. The aircraft's performance during its maiden flight, reaching Mach 0.85 and 41,000 feet, demonstrates its impressive capabilities. The G400's 4,200 nautical mile range positions it as a strong competitor in the mid-size business jet market.

The use of sustainable aviation fuel during the test flight aligns with growing industry trends towards environmental responsibility. The incorporation of Gulfstream's clean-wing design and advanced Pratt & Whitney Canada PW812GA engines suggests potential improvements in fuel efficiency and reduced emissions, which could be attractive to environmentally conscious customers and potentially lead to lower operating costs.

The G400's introduction strengthens Gulfstream's product lineup, potentially filling a gap between their smaller and larger offerings. This strategic move could help the company capture a larger market share in the competitive business jet sector. The aircraft's three floorplan options cater to diverse customer needs, which may enhance its market appeal.

The emphasis on advanced safety features like the Symmetry Flight Deck and Predictive Landing Performance System could be a significant selling point, especially for corporate clients prioritizing safety. The focus on passenger comfort with features like 100% fresh air and low cabin altitude aligns with post-pandemic preferences for healthier travel environments. These factors, combined with Gulfstream's strong brand reputation, could translate into solid sales performance for the G400.

 Aircraft Defines New Standard with Flight Test Program Launching in Savannah

RESTON, Va., Aug. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced the all-new Gulfstream G400 successfully completed its first flight, officially launching the flight test program and further expanding Gulfstream's ultramodern, high-technology family of next-generation aircraft. The G400 defines a new standard with the highest performance and greatest comfort ever experienced in this segment.

The G400 departed Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport at 9:04 a.m. and returned 2 hours, 54 minutes later, having reached a speed of Mach 0.85 and altitude of 41,000 feet/12,497 meters. The aircraft accomplished this mission using a blend of sustainable aviation fuel from Gulfstream's Savannah campus.

The G400 showcases class-leading performance and efficiency with its combination of Gulfstream's aerodynamic clean-wing design, advanced Pratt & Whitney Canada PW812GA engines and next-generation avionics. The aircraft can fly 4,200 nautical miles/7,778 kilometers at Mach 0.85 and is equipped with Gulfstream's award-winning Symmetry Flight Deck and Predictive Landing Performance System to help improve flight safety and pilot situational awareness. The G400 also features the advanced high-speed Gulfstream-designed wing and winglet, introduced on the Gulfstream G500 and G600, that greatly enhance efficiency.

The G400 offers customers a choice of three floorplans with seating for up to nine, 11 or 12 passengers and provides the signature Gulfstream Cabin Experience with 100% fresh, never recirculated air purified by a plasma ionization clean air system; the lowest cabin altitude in its class; and light from 10 Gulfstream Panoramic Oval Windows.

"The completion of the first flight marks a significant milestone for the G400," said Mark Burns, president, Gulfstream. "It demonstrates, yet again, the maturity of Gulfstream's new aircraft programs and the advantages created by the intentionally designed commonalities shared across our next-generation fleet."

Customers can experience the G400 interior at the Gulfstream Savannah-based showroom, which includes a full-size G400 mock-up alongside immersive multimedia content and interior design display, or the sales and design center in Beverly Hills which also hosts a G400 cabin mock-up. These invitation-only opportunities allow customers to see firsthand the safety and wellness-enhancing features of the G400 while gaining insight into the Gulfstream design process. 

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company that offers a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and generated $42.3 billion in revenue in 2023. More information about General Dynamics is available at www.gd.com.  

 

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FAQ

What is the range and speed of the new Gulfstream G400 (GD)?

The Gulfstream G400 can fly 4,200 nautical miles (7,778 kilometers) at a speed of Mach 0.85.

What engines does the Gulfstream G400 (GD) use?

The Gulfstream G400 is equipped with advanced Pratt & Whitney Canada PW812GA engines.

How many passengers can the Gulfstream G400 (GD) accommodate?

The G400 offers three floorplan options with seating for up to 9, 11, or 12 passengers.

What safety features does the Gulfstream G400 (GD) include?

The G400 features the Symmetry Flight Deck and Predictive Landing Performance System to improve flight safety and pilot situational awareness.

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