“We’re on pace,” which is amazing given the pandemic, said Gulfstream’s Collin Miller, senior vice president of innovation, engineering, and flight. Gulfstream’s flight test team—including Miller and Jake Howard, lead test pilot for the G700 program—provided an update on the G700 development program, which is on track, with high-altitude testing complete and flight into known ice (FIKI) testing underway. The team has five test aircraft in the development fleet, and the program has logged more than 1,100 flight hours.
Gulfstream’s Flight Test Team Updates on G700
Key Takeaways:
- The Gulfstream G700 flight-test program is progressing on schedule despite the pandemic, having completed high-altitude testing and commenced flight into known ice (FIKI) testing, with the aircraft performing flawlessly and exceeding performance expectations.
- Powered by efficient Rolls-Royce Pearl 700 engines, the G700 offers a best-in-class low cabin altitude (4,850 ft at 51,000 ft) for passenger comfort.
- Its advanced Symmetry Flight Deck integrates cutting-edge safety features, including a Predictive Landing Performance System and dual HUDs with synthetic and enhanced vision, contributing to its steady path towards certification.
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