Gulfstream G650ER Sets City-Pair Record to Commemorate 2014 Collier Trophy Gulfstream's ultra-long-range G650ER departed Paris-Le Bourget Airport, flew into an average 58-knot headwind and arrived at Washington Dulles International Airport 7 hours 50 minutes later. The aircraft accomplished the 3,869-nautical-mile/7,165-kilometer journey at an average speed of Mach 0.90. The record-setting G650ER flew to the U.S. capital to participate in a two-aircraft static display for the Collier Trophy presentation dinner on June 3.
The Collier Trophy is awarded annually by the National Aeronautic Association (NAA) to recognize the greatest achievement in aeronautics or astronautics in America, with respect to improving the performance, efficiency and safety of air or space vehicles. Gulfstream won the award for the design and development of the G650 business-jet family, which strengthened business aviation through significant technological advancements in aircraft performance, cabin comfort and safety. “We couldn’t be more proud to accept this trophy,” said Larry Flynn, president, Gulfstream. “It represents far more than the accomplishments of an aircraft. It represents the men and women behind the product, the suppliers who support it, the customers who believe in it and the dreams that gave us wings to fly.” For more information: Gulfstream Aerospace 500 Gulfstream Road Savannah, GA 31407 www.gulfstream.com ***
