Say the words “Hurricane Hunters,” and you evoke a vivid movie featuring daring pilots flying the best equipment into the maw of all manner of storms to capture data that will develop understanding about their nature—and save lives. The division of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) responsible for these missions is the Office of Marine and Aviation Operations, based in Silver Spring, Maryland. Nine aircraft make up the fleet, which has a base in Lakeland, Florida, and includes two Lockheed WP-3D Orions and a Gulfstream IV-SP, a special G-IV outfitted for special missions.
NOAA Orders Gulfstream G550 For Hurricane Hunter Fleet
Key Takeaways:
- Gulfstream Aerospace's G550 jet will soon join the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) "Hurricane Hunters" fleet.
- The G550 will support NOAA's weather forecasting and research programs, particularly those focused on hurricanes and tropical storms.
- It offers enhanced range, altitude, and payload capacity compared to the existing Gulfstream IV, performing similar mission functions and operating alongside it.
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