Air Corps Fleet - Gulfstream Aerospace GIV
Introduction
The Air Corps currently operates one Gulfstream IV. This aircraft entered service in 1991 and operates seven days a week usually in the Ministerial Air Transport role.
The Gulfstream IV offers an intercontinental transport capability to the state having circulated the globe on various missions throughout its service with the Air Corps. Operation of this aircraft allows flexibility in both time and destination not afforded by scheduled airlines.
Roles
- Presidential & Ministerial transport
- VIP & Military transport
| Aircraft Type | Gulfstream Aerospace Gulfstream IV |
|---|---|
| Role(s) | Presidential, Ministerial, VIP and Military transport |
| Crew | 2 Pilots, 1 Engineer, 1 Flight Attendant and up to 14 Passengers |
| Powerplant | 2 x Rolls Royce Tay Mk 611-8 turbofans |
| Wing Span | 23.72 metres (77 feet 10 inches.) |
| Height | 7.57 metres (24 feet 10 inches) |
| Length | 26.92 metres (88 feet 4 inches) |
| Armament | Not Applicable |
| Entered Service | 1991 |
| Max T/O Weight | 33,869 kilogrammes. (74,600 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Service Ceiling | 45,000 feet |
| Cruise Speed | Mach 0.80 |
| Maximum Speed | Mach 0.88 |
| Endurance | 8 hours 45 minutes (Plus reserves) |
| Range | 3,800 nautical miles |