Gulfstream Aerospace

GULFSTREAM LAUNCHES PREOWNED BROKERAGE SERVICES

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:00:00 EST

SAVANNAH, Ga., February 6, 2012 — Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. recently announced it will expand its preowned aircraft sales to include aircraft brokerage services. Gulfstream Preowned Brokerage will leverage its proprietary worldwide customer and prospect database to present sellers’ aircraft, providing unequalled access to key decision makers.

In addition, Gulfstream’s sales team will offer detailed market summaries of competitive aircraft listings, ensuring that the listing is competitively priced and helping the seller evaluate offers in the context of real-time market activity. As the manufacturer of the aircraft, Gulfstream will also provide sellers with extensive product knowledge and background.

Gulfstream will assist with finance options and competitive rates, as well as consult with the new owner regarding aircraft customization. New owners will also be able to take advantage of a number of Gulfstream aircraft programs, including Gulfstream’s PlaneParts prepaid parts program.

“With international demand for large cabin aircraft at an all-time high, it made sense for Gulfstream to begin offering brokerage services for our customers,” said Jim Ross, who, as vice president, Preowned Aircraft Sales, will oversee the brokerage services group. “No one knows the Gulfstream fleet better than the manufacturer, and we have sold more Gulfstream aircraft than anyone else. With this addition, we truly are a one-stop shop for our customers’ used aircraft needs and can guarantee a smooth transaction, managed with professionalism, integrity and privacy.”

NOTE TO EDITORS

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world’s most technologically advanced business-jet aircraft. Gulfstream has produced more than 2,000 aircraft for customers around the world since 1958. To meet the diverse transportation needs of the future, Gulfstream offers a comprehensive fleet of aircraft, comprising the wide-cabin, high-speed Gulfstream G150®; the new large-cabin, mid-range Gulfstream G280®; the large-cabin, mid-range Gulfstream G350®; the large-cabin, long-range Gulfstream G450®; the large-cabin, ultra-long-range Gulfstream G500®; the large-cabin, ultra-long-range Gulfstream G550® and the ultra-large-cabin, ultra-long-range G650®. Gulfstream also offers aircraft ownership services via Gulfstream Pre-Owned Aircraft Sales®. The company employs more than 11,500 people at 11 major locations. We invite you to visit our website for more information and photos of Gulfstream aircraft at www.gulfstream.com.

General Dynamics, headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, employs approximately 93,800 people worldwide. The company is a market leader in business aviation; land and expeditionary combat systems, armaments and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and information systems and technologies. More information about the company is available on the Internet at www.generaldynamics.com.

GULFSTREAM TO SHOWCASE THREE AIRCRAFT AT SINGAPORE AIRSHOW 2012

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:11:00 EST

SAVANNAH, Ga., February 6, 2012 — Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. will display three business jets at this year’s Singapore Airshow, being held Feb. 14-19, at the Changi Exhibition Centre. They are the wide-cabin, high-speed Gulfstream G150; the large-cabin, long-range Gulfstream G450; and the large-cabin, ultra-long-range Gulfstream G550.

“Singapore is home to about 10 percent of our Asian-Pacific fleet, so this show is an excellent opportunity for us to meet face-to-face with existing and potential operators,” said Scott Neal, senior vice president, Sales and Marketing, Gulfstream . “It also serves as a centralized location for customers to learn about the reliability, availability, safety and technological advances of Gulfstream aircraft.”

The company will conduct an on-site Operators Forum from 1 to 5 p.m. on Feb. 16 in Function Room 3 to provide updates and technical presentations on maintenance and operational subjects relevant to Gulfstream operators in Asia.

The Gulfstream media briefing will be from 3 to 3:45 p.m. Feb. 15 in Function Room 4 and will focus on enhancements to the company’s Product Support network, updates on the G280 and G650 programs, and other company news.

Several members of the company’s senior leadership team will also be on hand for the show.

NOTE TO EDITORS

GULFSTREAM NAMES ERIC STUCK PRODUCT SUPPORT PROGRAM MANAGER II

Wed, 25 Jan 2011 12:00:00 EST

SAVANNAH, Ga., January 25, 2012 — Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has named Eric Stuck senior manager, New Business Development, within the Gulfstream Product Support organization. His primary responsibility is to oversee the development of aftermarket avionics and cabin electronics modification programs for Gulfstream aircraft. Stuck reports to Matt Huhn, director, Product Support Business and Program Support.

Stuck and his team help customers meet their aircraft support and upgrade needs, coordinating with multiple Product Support departments to find the right solution. His team focuses on regulatory and discretionary modifications, and is a primary contact for industry partners and aftermarket suppliers.

Stuck has 28 years of experience in the aviation industry, including 15 in product support sales and program management. Previously, he worked for Hawker Beechcraft, Bombardier, Banyon Air Services and AMR Combs.

Stuck was an avionics technician/repair supervisor in the U.S. Air Force from 1983 until 1992.

NOTE TO EDITORS

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically advanced business-jet aircraft. Gulfstream has produced more than 2,000 aircraft for customers around the world since 1958. To meet the diverse transportation needs of the future, Gulfstream offers a comprehensive fleet of aircraft, comprising the wide-cabin, high-speed Gulfstream G150®; the new large-cabin, mid-range Gulfstream G280®; the large-cabin, mid-range Gulfstream G350®; the large-cabin, long-range Gulfstream G450®; the large-cabin, ultra-long-range Gulfstream G500®; the large-cabin, ultra-long-range Gulfstream G550® and the ultra-large-cabin, ultra-long-range G650®. Gulfstream also offers aircraft ownership services via Gulfstream Pre-Owned Aircraft Sales®. The company employs more than 11,500 people at 11 major locations. We invite you to visit our website for more information and photos of Gulfstream aircraft at www.gulfstream.com.

RAGHEB APPOINTED SENIOR ADVISOR, INTERNATIONAL SALES FOR EUROPE, THE MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA

Mon, 23 Jan 2011 10:11:00 EST

SAVANNAH, Ga., January 23, 2012 — Tarek Ragheb, who has headed the Gulfstream sales organization in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMA) for the past 18 years, is assuming new responsibilities for advising and supporting the group he helped develop. In his new role as senior adviser to the International Sales team for EMA, Ragheb will provide strategic guidance and counsel to the staff as it continues to serve the needs of Gulfstream customers in those regions.

“Tarek has pioneered new and important markets for us, and he has been a catalyst for key relationships for Gulfstream throughout the Middle East, Russia and Africa. His stewardship has been and will continue to be a cornerstone of our sales efforts,” commented Scott Neal, Gulfstream’s senior vice president of Sales and Marketing. “In recent years, working with Gulfstream’s senior leadership team, he helped shape the expansion of our efforts in the developing economies of Africa and elsewhere, and has mentored new talent in meeting the unique needs of Gulfstream’s customers. We are very pleased that we will continue to benefit from Tarek’s invaluable skills and experience in his new role.”

Ragheb was recruited to Gulfstream in 1994 to contribute to the expansion of the company’s product line and to help create what has become one of the most formidable sales organizations in business aviation. Since then, Ragheb has helped make the Gulfstream name prominent in Western Europe, the Middle East and Russia, as well as the emerging economies of Eastern Europe.

In his most recent role, Ragheb was regional senior vice president of International Sales for Europe, the Middle East and Africa. He will ultimately assist a new divisional vice president to transition into that role and will continue to play an important strategic role for Gulfstream.

Prior to joining Gulfstream, Ragheb was vice president, General Electric Aerospace, for the Middle East and Africa, then president, Martin Marietta International, Middle East region.

Ragheb emigrated with his family from Egypt to the United States in 1969 when he was 13 years old. He later became a U.S. citizen. After graduating from Temple University, he served in the U.S. Air Force and then as a diplomat at the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Ragheb is a private pilot and is fluent in English and Arabic, with a working knowledge of French and German.

"Gulfstream without a doubt is the strongest brand in the industry today, well-positioned for market leadership into the future,” Ragheb said. “I am extraordinarily blessed and honored to have been involved with the company’s growth and to continue in a more strategic position that allows me to steward my four children into their careers and their future, as I have had the privilege of doing with many young colleagues at Gulfstream.”

NOTE TO EDITORS

GULFSTREAM BRUNSWICK ADDS RESOURCES FOR OPERATORS

Wed, 06 Jan 2012 12:00:00 EST

SAVANNAH, Ga., January 4, 2012 — Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced it has enhanced the services available to operators with the addition of a mobile support vehicle and a renovated customer lobby at its Brunswick, Ga., facility.

"The Brunswick location and its nearly 200 employees are a very important part of our Product Support network," said Mark Burns, president, Gulfstream Product Support. "The staff there is big enough to handle all the maintenance, repair and refurbishment needs of customers while also offering personalized service. The addition of a mobile support vehicle gives our already fast-moving response teams even greater capabilities. They can travel at a moment's notice to support aircraft-on-ground situations."

Brunswick's specially outfitted truck includes an air compressor, generator, toolbox and a laptop computer to signoff work in real time. With these resources, technicians can perform or support a variety of maintenance services. The vehicle can also transport a wide range of replacement parts.

In addition, Gulfstream has renovated its Brunswick customer lobby. The space, which has wireless Internet service, includes a 52-inch high-definition flat-screen television, new furniture, framed photographs of Gulfstream aircraft and a glass display case.

Gulfstream Brunswick's nearly 25,000-foot service center hangar recently was upgraded with a renovated door and large ceiling fans. In early 2012, the metal halide lighting in the hangar will be replaced by energy-efficient induction fluorescent lighting.

Other enhancements completed at Gulfstream Brunswick in 2011 include the addition of ramp space adjacent to the completions hangar and upgraded landscaping at the customer entrance.

NOTE TO EDITORS

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically advanced business-jet aircraft. Gulfstream has produced more than 2,000 aircraft for customers around the world since 1958. To meet the diverse transportation needs of the future, Gulfstream offers a comprehensive fleet of aircraft, comprising the wide-cabin, high-speed Gulfstream G150®; the new large-cabin, mid-range Gulfstream G280®; the large-cabin, mid-range Gulfstream G350®; the large-cabin, long-range Gulfstream G450®; the large-cabin, ultra-long-range Gulfstream G500®; the large-cabin, ultra-long-range Gulfstream G550® and the ultra-large-cabin, ultra-long-range G650®. Gulfstream also offers aircraft ownership services via Gulfstream Pre-Owned Aircraft Sales®. The company employs more than 11,500 people at 11 major locations. Visit our website, www.gulfstream.com, for more information.

GULFSTREAM NAMES CHRISTOPHER ELLENDER EUROPE-BASED SENIOR REGIONAL SALES MANAGER FOR PRODUCT SUPPORT SALES

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 12:00:00 EST

SAVANNAH, Ga., January 4, 2012 — Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has appointed Christopher Ellender as a senior regional sales manager for Product Support Sales. Ellender is based at the Gulfstream facility in Luton, England, and reports to Jeff Hill, Gulfstream's director of International Product Support Sales.

Ellender is responsible for maintenance sales to Gulfstream operators in Denmark, Finland, France, Iceland, Ireland, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom.

Most recently, Ellender led the Global Aircraft Sales and Acquisitions division for FirstFlight, an aircraft charter, management and aviation services company. He was based in Naples, Fla.

From 2005 to 2009, Ellender was a sales engineer for Gulfstream in Savannah. In that position, he provided technical support for Gulfstream Sales personnel. Ellender began his aviation career with Bristow Helicopters of Houston and was also the Gulfstream specialist for Charlie Bravo Aviation of Georgetown, Texas.

Ellender earned a bachelor's degree in aviation management from Louisiana Tech University. He is a licensed private pilot.

NOTE TO EDITORS

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically advanced business-jet aircraft. Gulfstream has produced more than 2,000 aircraft for customers around the world since 1958. To meet the diverse transportation needs of the future, Gulfstream offers a comprehensive fleet of aircraft, comprising the wide-cabin, high-speed Gulfstream G150®; the new large-cabin, mid-range Gulfstream G280®; the large-cabin, mid-range Gulfstream G350®; the large-cabin, long-range Gulfstream G450®; the large-cabin, ultra-long-range Gulfstream G500®; the large-cabin, ultra-long-range Gulfstream G550® and the ultra-large-cabin, ultra-long-range G650®. Gulfstream also offers aircraft ownership services via Gulfstream Pre-Owned Aircraft Sales®. The company employs more than 11,500 people at 11 major locations. Visit our website, www.gulfstream.com, for more information.

GULFSTREAM NAMES BILL MCLEOD VICE PRESIDENT, NORTH AMERICAN SALES, CENTRAL DIVISION

Tue, 3 Jan 2012 16:00 EST

SAVANNAH, Ga., January 3, 2012 — Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. recently named Bill McLeod as vice president, North American Sales, Central Division. He reports to Scott Neal, senior vice president, Sales and Marketing.

In his new role, McLeod is responsible for leading the North American-Central Division sales team. His territory includes Arkansas, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Ohio, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas and Wisconsin, as well as Ontario, Canada. He is based in Washington, D.C.

McLeod joined Gulfstream in 1982 as an industrial engineering co-op student. He has worked in a number of positions since then, including senior industrial engineer, business development manager, marketing programs manager, sales director, regional sales manager and division vice president, Mid-Size Accounts. Most recently, he worked in Washington, D.C., as sales director for the Mid-Atlantic region where, in 2010, he was named Gulfstream's Top Worldwide Sales Executive.

McLeod earned both a Bachelor of Science degree in industrial management and a Master of Business Administration degree from Georgia Southern University.

NOTE TO EDITORS

FINAL GULFSTREAM G200 ROLLS OFF PRODUCTION LINE

Mon, 20 Dec 2011 12:00:00 EST

SAVANNAH, Ga., December 20, 2011 — Capping a 14-year production run, the last super mid-size Gulfstream G200 business jet – the 250th – has rolled off the production line in Dallas. It will be replaced in the Gulfstream fleet by the all-new large-cabin, mid-range Gulfstream G280, which is scheduled to enter service in the first part of 2012.

The G200 was the first super mid-size business jet to enter the marketplace. It rolled out in 1997 and was certified by the Federal Aviation Administration in 1998. Seven years ago today, Gulfstream delivered the 100th G200.

With a cabin width of 7 feet, 2 inches (2.184 m) and a cabin height of 6 feet, 3 inches (1.905 m), the G200 has one of the largest cabins in its class. To date, the aircraft has been certified in 18 countries and has a dispatch reliability rate in excess of 99 percent. The fleet has flown more than 581,000 flight hours and completed more than 351,000 take-offs and landings.

Originally introduced as the “Galaxy” by Galaxy Aerospace (which was acquired by Gulfstream in 2001), the G200 was manufactured by Israel Aircraft Industries in Tel Aviv and then flown to Gulfstream’s Mid-Cabin Completions Center in Dallas for interior outfitting and paint. The last G200 is scheduled for customer delivery later this month.

The G200 set the standard for the new super mid-size category and quickly established an important market niche. It became a mainstay aircraft for NetJets and many corporate operators. It also opened new markets for Gulfstream in China, Brazil and elsewhere.
“The G200 took the basic cabin dimensions of a large-cabin aircraft and made them available to a broader market by offering a shortened eight- to 10-place, two-seating-area layout with solid transcontinental U.S. range,” said Stan Dixon, vice president, Mid-Cabin Programs, Gulfstream. “It led the category for its time, as will the G280 going into the future.”

The G280 offers the largest cabin and the longest range at the fastest speed in its class. The business jet is capable of traveling 3,600 nm (6,667 km) at Mach 0.80 and has a maximum operating speed of Mach 0.85. With an initial cruise altitude of 41,000 feet (12,497 m), the G280 can climb to a maximum altitude of 45,000 feet (13,716 m). Its 3,600-nautical-mile range means the G280 can fly nonstop from New York to London or from London to Dubai.

The G280 features an all-new, advanced transonic wing design that has been optimized for high-speed cruise and improved takeoff performance. At maximum takeoff weight, the G280 has a balanced field length of 4,750 feet.
While G200 production has ended, the product support organization will ensure adequate parts, tooling, sustaining engineering and people are available to continue providing Gulfstream’s industry-leading product support for the worldwide G200 fleet.

NOTE TO EDITORS

GULFSTREAM NAMES AUBRY MAYSE DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND DISTRIBUTION FOR PRODUCT SUPPORT MATERIALS

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 12:00:00 EST

SAVANNAH, Ga., December 9, 2011 — Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has appointed 23-year company veteran Aubry Mayse as director of Planning and Distribution for Product Support Materials. Mayse reports to Derek Zimmerman, vice president, Product Support Materials.

In his new position, Mayse is responsible for enterprise planning, distribution, asset control and warehousing for Gulfstream Product Support parts and inventory. Worldwide, Gulfstream has more than $1.2 billion worth of parts and materials available through 16 distribution centers.

Mayse has been a Gulfstream employee since 1988. Before taking on his most recent role, he was senior manager, Planning and Distribution for Product Support Materials, for three years. His major duties included managing the distribution of Gulfstream parts to warehouses in Europe, South America, Asia and the Middle East.

Mayse's other positions at Gulfstream include manager, Materials; manager, Operations; and senior engineer, Manufacturing. He started his Gulfstream career as a parts fabricator in Oklahoma City, Okla.

Mayse is a summa cum laude graduate of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, where he majored in technical management.

NOTE TO EDITORS

GULFSTREAM OPENS BEIJING SALES OFFICE

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 12:00:00 EST

SAVANNAH, Ga., December 7, 2011 — Gulfstream Aerospace Corp., a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics, celebrated the grand opening of its new Beijing office in the China World Tower today. The office, located in the middle of Beijing's Central Business District, will give customers centralized access to Gulfstream resources in the rapidly growing Chinese market.

"As the business aviation market continues to expand in Asia Pacific, it becomes increasingly important that Gulfstream and General Dynamics have a permanent presence in Beijing," said Larry Flynn, president, Gulfstream. "The Beijing office allows us to respond to customer needs more effectively and strengthen relationships with key stakeholders in the region."

Herman Chai, regional sales vice president, Far East Asia, Gulfstream, heads the China sales office. Leda M.L. Chong, senior vice president, Asia-Pacific region, General Dynamics, is also headquartered there. Chai oversees sales in mainland China, Japan and South Korea. Chong's responsibilities include coordinating and facilitating activities among representatives of the General Dynamics Aerospace group, which includes Gulfstream Aerospace and Jet Aviation, identifying opportunities for partnering with Chinese companies and coordinating with Chinese aviation authorities to expand company offerings in the Asia-Pacific region.

"China has emerged as one of our most important global markets. Our customer base there is growing rapidly," said Chai. "We've learned how important it is to stay close to customers, to be a regular and easily reachable presence for them. This office responds to those needs."

Gulfstream aircraft represent nearly one in four business jets in the region. The company is leading the large-cabin market in Asia Pacific where, over the past five years, Gulfstream has seen a sales increase of nearly 200 percent.

Chai joined Gulfstream in 1988 in the company's Long Beach, Calif., aircraft completions facility. In 2003, he transferred to Gulfstream's headquarters in Savannah, and in 2005, he was promoted to director, Completion Design, overseeing all Gulfstream aircraft interior design across the five Gulfstream aircraft completions facilities. Chai, who earned a Bachelor of Science degree in aerospace engineering from Northrop University in Los Angeles, holds a commercial pilot's license for both fixed and rotary wing aircraft as well as multi-engine and instrument ratings. In addition to English, he is fluent in Mandarin, Cantonese and Hakka.

Chong is a native of Hong Kong and fluent in Chinese. She attended secondary school and completed bachelor's and master's degrees in the United States. She served for 20 years in the U.S. Navy, achieving the rank of commander before retiring in January 2007. Her last two duty assignments were in Washington, D.C., in the Navy's congressional and budget liaison offices. She joined General Dynamics in February 2007 as a director of government relations.

NOTE TO EDITORS

GULFSTREAM NAMES RANDY BOLINGER DIRECTOR OF MARKETING SERVICES

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 12:00:00 EST

SAVANNAH, Ga., December 6, 2011 — Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. recently named Randy Bolinger as director of Marketing Services. He reports to Bill Shira, vice president, Marketing and Sales Support.

In his new role, Bolinger is responsible for the leadership, management and strategic direction of Marketing Services, which includes advertising, collateral, branding, websites, direct marketing programs, photo and video production and corporate identity standards.

Bolinger comes to Gulfstream from AMPT Associates, a communications firm specializing in the aviation, marine, power sports and transportation industries, where he spent nearly five years as president and creative director. He has also worked in marketing for Columbia Aircraft, Cirrus Aircraft, Volvo Trucks, Bombardier Recreational Products and Suzuki Motorcycles.

Bolinger, an instrument-rated pilot and aircraft owner, is a summa cum laude graduate of Roberts Wesleyan College in Rochester, N.Y., where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in business and organizational management. In 2009, he published Unload the Clip: How to Outgun Your Competition, a practical and humorous compilation of proven marketing, communications and public relations techniques.

NOTE TO EDITORS

GULFSTREAM APPOINTS ROY NG AS NEW AIRCRAFT REGIONAL SALES MANAGER IN HONG KONG

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 12:00:00 EST

SAVANNAH, Ga., November 30, 2011 — Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has named Roy Ng as regional manager, International Sales. He will work closely with International Sales regional vice presidents Peter Hoi and Herman Chai, and report to Roger Sperry, regional senior vice president, International Sales.

In his new position, Ng is responsible for cultivating and generating sales of new Gulfstream aircraft. Ng, who speaks English, Cantonese and Mandarin, will focus on sales in Hong Kong, his base of operations, mainland China, Macau and Taiwan.

Ng joined Gulfstream after four years as director, Business Development, for Metrojet Limited, a Hong Kong-based business aviation charter, management and maintenance provider. Metrojet's fleet includes a total of 15 Gulfstream large- and mid-cabin aircraft.

Before beginning his business aviation career in 2007, Ng spent more than 12 years as a manager for five different companies in the hospitality and leisure industry.

Ng earned a graduate degree in operational research from England's Lancaster University.

NOTE TO EDITORS

GULFSTREAM APPOINTS TROY MILLER REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENT OF MILITARY AND SPECIAL MISSION SALES

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 12:00:00 EST

SAVANNAH, Ga., November 22, 2011 — Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has named Troy Miller as its regional vice president, Military and Special Mission Sales. Miller, who is based in Gulfstream’s Washington, D.C., office, reports to Buddy Sams, senior vice president, Government Programs and Sales.

Miller is responsible for directing Gulfstream’s U.S. military, worldwide military and government sales. He serves as the focal point for all international government and industry special missions contacts and officials.

“Troy has a wealth of experience with Gulfstream aircraft and possesses a thorough understanding of our U.S. military and international government customers,” said Sams. “He is a key addition to our Washington operations.”

Most recently, Miller spent 10 years as a Gulfstream V pilot for Corporate Jets, an aircraft charter, management and sales company based in Van Nuys, Calif. Prior to his commercial flying position, he had a 20-year career in the U.S. Air Force.

In the Air Force, Miller flew congressional leaders and foreign heads of state around the world, and was the lead pilot during much of the design, testing and entry-into-service of the Air Force’s version of the GV, the C-37.

Miller earned a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in computer science from the U.S. Air Force Academy and The George Washington University, respectively.

NOTE TO EDITORS

GULFSTREAM NAMES MARK BENNETT MANAGER OF COMMUNITY RELATIONS

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 12:00:00 EST

SAVANNAH, Ga., November 21, 2011 — Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. recently named Mark Bennett as manager of Community Relations. He reports to Jody Buelterman, manager, Workforce Development, Community Relations and Inclusion.

Bennett oversees a number of programs aimed at improving the quality of life in the communities where Gulfstream's 11,500 employees live and work. These programs include charitable contributions, volunteering, education outreach and student leadership.

Prior to his appointment at Gulfstream, Bennett worked for Alabama Power Company and Delta Air Lines.

Bennett earned a Bachelor of Science degree in communications from the University of Georgia and a master's degree in industrial relations from Georgia State University. He is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources and has completed certificate programs in organizational development and international resource management.

NOTE TO EDITORS

GULFSTREAM G650 RECEIVES PROVISIONAL TYPE CERTIFICATE

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 12:00:00 EST

SAVANNAH, Ga., November 18, 2011 — Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. announced today that the Gulfstream G650 has received its provisional type certificate (PTC) from the Federal Aviation Administration. This clears the way for the company to begin interior completions of the ultra-large-cabin, ultra-long-range business jet in preparation for customer deliveries in the second quarter of 2012, as originally planned.

"We are pursuing a two-step certification approach to keep us on track for our planned deliveries in the second quarter of 2012," said Larry Flynn, president, Gulfstream. "With the PTC in hand, our plan is to move production aircraft into final phase manufacturing to ensure customer deliveries in the second quarter of 2012."

PTCs have been common in general aviation programs over the past 15 years. Both the Gulfstream V and the Gulfstream G550 were issued PTCs before receiving full certification. The four G650 aircraft in the flight-test program have flown more than 2,225 hours during more than 675 flights. One of those aircraft has a fully outfitted interior, allowing the company to confirm weight projections and test new features, including its Cabin Essential™ design for redundant cabin systems. Seven production aircraft have flown in preparation for their induction into final phase manufacturing. More than 20 aircraft are in various stages of initial or final phase production.

Among its achievements, the G650 has flown for more than 14 consecutive hours, with flight test data confirming its ability to achieve 7,000 nm (12,964 km) at Mach 0.85. The aircraft has also demonstrated 5,000 nm (9,260 km) at Mach 0.90. With a top speed of Mach 0.925, the G650 is the world's fastest civilian jet.

"The G650 will exceed the capabilities of anything on the market, flying faster and farther, with industry-leading fuel efficiency and reduced emissions," Flynn said.

NOTE TO EDITORS

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world’s most technologically advanced business-jet aircraft. Gulfstream has produced more than 2,000 aircraft for customers around the world since 1958. To meet the diverse transportation needs of the future, Gulfstream offers a comprehensive fleet of aircraft, comprising the wide-cabin, high-speed Gulfstream G150®; the new large-cabin, mid-range Gulfstream G280®; the large-cabin, mid-range Gulfstream G350®; the large-cabin, long-range Gulfstream G450®; the large-cabin, ultra-long-range Gulfstream G500®; the large-cabin, ultra-long-range Gulfstream G550® and the ultra-large-cabin, ultra-long-range G650®. Gulfstream also offers aircraft ownership services via Gulfstream Pre-Owned Aircraft Sales®. The company employs more than 11,500 people at 10 major locations. We invite you to visit our website for more information and photos of Gulfstream aircraft at www.gulfstream.com.

GULFSTREAM NAMES JEFF PATTERSON SENIOR REGIONAL SALES MANAGER FOR PRODUCT SUPPORT

Wed, 17 Nov 2011 12:00:00 EST

SAVANNAH, Ga., November 17, 2011 — Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has named Jeff Patterson as senior regional sales manager, Product Support Sales, Central Region. He is responsible for maintenance sales to Gulfstream and non-Gulfstream aircraft operators in south Texas, including Houston, San Antonio and Austin. Patterson reports to Gary Smiley, director, Product Support Sales, Central Region, Gulfstream.

Prior to joining Gulfstream, Patterson worked for West Star Aviation's maintenance sales team for nearly eight years. He spent most of that time as a regional sales manager. Most recently, he was West Star's Dassault Falcon technical sales manager.

Patterson's 20 years in the aviation industry also include positions as the chief of maintenance for the flight departments at Westar Energy in Kansas City, Mo., and LECO Corp., in South Bend, Ind. He was also an airframe and power plant technician for maintenance, repair and overhaul provider Duncan Aviation in Lincoln, Neb.

Patterson is a graduate of the Spartan School of Aeronautics and Technology in Tulsa, Okla.

NOTE TO EDITORS

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically advanced business-jet aircraft. Gulfstream has produced more than 2,000 aircraft for customers around the world since 1958. To meet the diverse transportation needs of the future, Gulfstream offers a comprehensive fleet of aircraft, comprising the wide-cabin, high-speed Gulfstream G150®; the new large-cabin, mid-range Gulfstream G280®; the large-cabin, mid-range Gulfstream G350®; the large-cabin, long-range Gulfstream G450®; the large-cabin, ultra-long-range Gulfstream G500®; the large-cabin, ultra-long-range Gulfstream G550® and the ultra-large-cabin, ultra-long-range G650®. Gulfstream also offers aircraft ownership services via Gulfstream Pre-Owned Aircraft Sales®. The company employs more than 11,500 people at 10 major locations. We invite you to visit our website for more information and photos of Gulfstream aircraft at www.gulfstream.com.