Gulfstream rolls out super mid-size G250

Gulfstream Aerospace and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) have rolled out the new, super mid-size Gulfstream G250. The large-cabin, mid-range G250, first announced in October 2008, is on schedule for customer delivery in 2011.

The roll-out took place at Ben Gurion International Airport in Israel on Tuesday.

"The Gulfstream and IAI teams have done an outstanding job designing this all-new aircraft and overseeing its production," said Joe Lombardo, executive vice president, General Dynamics Aerospace group. "I want to thank everyone involved for their continued cooperation and collaboration. As you can see, they have created a true Gulfstream, and we're delighted to welcome it into the family."

Itzhak Nissan, president and chief executive officer, IAI, said, "The G250 presents another example of what is possible when two great companies collaborate, combining their state-of-the-art engineering with cutting-edge production skills. The teams have produced the best mid-size aircraft of its kind...,''

Gulfstream says the G250 offers the largest cabin, the longest range and the the fastest speed in its class. The aircraft is capable of traveling 3,400 nautical miles at 0.80 Mach and has a maximum operating speed of 0.85 Mach.

The G250 can climb to a maximum altitude of 45,000 feet.

Gulfstream says the G250's cabin is the largest in its class, with 17-35 per cent more floor area than any other super mid-size business jet. The additional space provides for a larger lavatory, an improved galley and increased storage.

The aircraft also features 19 windows, a vacuum toilet system and in-flight access to 120 cubic feet of usable volume in the baggage compartment.