News Release

GULFSTREAM VICE CHAIRMAN BRYAN MOSS TO RETIRE EFFECTIVE APRIL, 2002

Savannah, GA, January 9, 2002 - Bryan Moss, Vice Chairman, Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, today announced his intention to retire in April, 2002. Following that date he will continue to serve the company in a consultant role.

"Gulfstream is a remarkable company and it has been a privilege to participate in its exciting growth," said Moss. "During the past seven years I have had the opportunity to work with many exceptional and dedicated people. It has been and will continue to be a privilege to be associated with Gulfstream, its people, products and services."

"Since 1995, Bryan Moss has played a significant role in the company's progress," said Bill Boisture, Gulfstream President and Chief Operating Officer. "His contributions were invaluable in helping establish Gulfstream as The World Standard ® in business aviation."

During a 35-year career in aviation, Moss held senior positions at Lockheed
and Bombardier prior to joining Gulfstream in 1995. He served with the National Business Aviation Association and as Gulfstream's representative on the U.S. - Japan Business Council, the U.S. - China Business Council, the U.S. - Russia Business Council and the U.S. - Hong Kong Business Council. He also served as a member of the U.S. Council of Foreign Relations' Middle East Peace Process Task Force.

 

NOTE TO EDITORS

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics, (NYSE: GD) designs, develops, manufactures, markets and services the world's most technologically advanced intercontinental business jet aircraft. Gulfstream has produced more than 1,300 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 100®, Gulfstream 200®, Gulfstream IV-SP®, the ultra-long range Gulfstream V® and Gulfstream V-SP®, Gulfstream Financial Services®, Gulfstream Lease®, Gulfstream Pre-Owned Aircraft Sales®, Gulfstream Charter Services®, Gulfstream Management Services® and Gulfstream ServiceCare®. The company employs some 8,300 people at eight locations. We invite you to visit our Web site for more information and photos of Gulfstream aircraft at www.gulfstream.com

General Dynamics, headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, employs approximately 52,000 people and anticipates 2001 sales of approximately $12 billion. The company has leading market positions in business aviation, information systems, shipbuilding and marine systems, and land and amphibious combat systems. More information about the company can be found at www.generaldynamics.com.