Gulfstream G100

Gulfstream G100
Země	SPOJENÉ STÁTY
Roli	Business jet
Vyrobené	1985–2017
Postaven	Neznámé

Tá Gulfstream G100, dříve známý jako IAI Astra SPX, je dvoumotorový business jet vyráběný společností Israel Aerospace Industries, který byl vyroben pro společnost Gulfstream Aerospace. Dodávky byly zahájeny v roce 1986. Námořnictvo Spojených států používá letoun jako C-38A Courier. Pozdější derivát známý jako G150 byl uveden na trh v roce 2002. Společnost Gulfstream oznámila finální prodej G150 v září 2016 a poslední dodávku v polovině roku 2017

Zdroj: Gulfstream G100 na Wikipedii

IAI 1125 Astra Walk Around
Photographers	Vladimir Yakubov
Localisation	Hayward Airport Open House 2012
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General Characteristics

The IAI 1125 Astra is a twin-engine, mid-size corporate jet developed by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) as a significant evolution of the earlier Westwind series. It introduced a new, high-speed swept wing and a more spacious pressurized cabin, establishing a reputation for high speed and long transcontinental range.

Property	Typical Value (Original Astra/SP Variant)
Roli	Mid-size Corporate/Executive Transport
Výrobce	Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI)
First Flight	March 19, 1984
Posádky	2 pilots
Kapacita	6 to 9 passengers
Rozpětí křídel	16.05 m (52 ft 8 in)
Délka	16.94 m (55 ft 7 in)
Max Takeoff Weight	10,660 kg (23,500 lb)

Design and Powerplant

Engines: Two Honeywell (Garrett) TFE731-3 turbofan engines.
Thrust: Approximately 16.5 kN (3,700 lbf) per engine (upgraded to 4,250 lbf on the SPX variant).
Engine Placement: Engines are mounted in nacelles on the sides of the rear fuselage.
Wing Design: Features a newly designed, moderately swept low-wing which allows for higher cruising speeds compared to its predecessor.
Cabin: Equipped with a pressurized cabin, offering a comfortable environment at high altitudes. Cabin height is typically 1.71 m (5 ft 7 in).

Performance and Evolution

Maximum Cruise Speed: Up to Mach 0.82 (approx. 465 knots or 860 km/h).
Maximum Range: Up to 5,760 km (3,110 nautical miles) with four passengers and reserves (original Astra).
Service Ceiling: 13,715 m (45,000 ft).
Key Variants:
- Astra SP (Special Performance): Introduced minor aerodynamic refinements and upgraded avionics, slightly increasing range.
- Astra SPX (later Gulfstream G100): Introduced more powerful TFE731-40R engines and distinctive winglets, significantly increasing speed and range (up to 2,900+ nm).
Current Designation: The Astra SPX variant was acquired and rebranded by Gulfstream Aerospace as the Gulfstream G100.
Military Use: The US Air Force utilizes a military transport version of the Astra SPX/G100 under the designation C-38A Courier.