Gulfstream G100

Gulfstream G100
Pays	Usa
Rôle	Jet d’affaires
Produit	1985–2017
Construit	Inconnu

Lla Gulfstream G100, anciennement connu sous le nom d’IAI Astra SPX, est un bimoteur d’affaires fabriqué par Israel Aerospace Industries, qui a été produit pour Gulfstream Aerospace. Les livraisons ont commencé en 1986. La marine des États-Unis utilise l’avion sous le nom de C-38A Courier. Un dérivé ultérieur connu sous le nom de G150 a été lancé en 2002. Gulfstream a annoncé la vente finale du G150 en septembre 2016 et la dernière livraison à la mi-2017

Source: Gulfstream G100 sur Wikipédia

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)
Rôle	Mid-size Corporate/Executive Transport
Fabricant	Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI)
First Flight	March 19, 1984
Crew	2 pilots
Capacité	6 to 9 passengers
Envergure	16.05 m (52 ft 8 in)
Length	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.