Gulfstream

NBAA, New Orleans, Oct. 10, 2000 -- Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation is introducing the industry's most sophisticated and customer-focused web site dedicated to chartering Gulfstream aircraft. GulfstreamCharters.com brings over 90 Gulfstream charter aircraft to a single, easy-to-navigate location. From this single source, customers can search and view individual aircraft, check their availability and receive an accurate quote.

"The site provides customers with an instant resource for reviewing Gulfstream jets available for charter," said Catherine Smith, director of Gulfstream Charter Services. "The improved service is expected to double Gulfstream's charter business in the coming year."

Customers can quickly search the Gulfstream charter listings by aircraft type, features, location and availability. Aircraft photos, seating arrangements, specifications, maintenance information, and availability are accessible for review before requesting a price quote via email. The site captures customer information and preferences to speed and personalize subsequent charter requests

Gulfstream Charter Services was established in 1998 to support the Gulfstream customer base with a reliable source of aircraft. Gulfstream charter aircraft are used for a variety of needs, including interim lift and aircraft demonstrations for customers looking to supplement existing fleet aircraft. Available aircraft span the full range of Gulfstream large-cabin jets from the GII to the latest GV, and they are strategically based worldwide.

NOTE TO EDITOR

Gulfstream, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics Corporation (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures and markets the world's most technologically advanced intercontinental business jet aircraft. The company has produced more than 1,160 aircraft for customers around the world since 1958. To meet the aviation needs of its customers, Gulfstream offers a full range of aircraft products and services, including the Gulfstream IV-SP®, the ultra-long range Gulfstream V®, Gulfstream Shares®, Gulfstream Financial Services, Gulfstream Lease®, Gulfstream Pre-Owned Aircraft Sales®, Gulfstream Charter Services®, Gulfstream Management Services® and Gulfstream ServiceCare®. The company employs more than 8,300 people at eight locations. Our website at www.gulfstream.com contains photos of Gulfstream aircraft and related information.

General Dynamics, headquartered in Falls Church, Va., has leading market positions in shipbuilding and marine systems, land and amphibious combat systems, information systems, and business aviation. The corporation employs approximately 44,000 people worldwide and has annualized sales of approximately $10 billion. More information about the company can be found at www.generaldynamics.com.