GLF2/GLF3/GLF4/GLF5/GLF6 - Gulfstream Family (Old Models)

Example: :globe_showing_europe_africa: Aircraft Category
A / B / C / D / E / F

:compass: Purpose or Role in Game
Executive Transport, Government Transport, Military, General Aviation

:chart_increasing: Why should this aircraft be added?
Gulfstream is one of the largest Business Aircraft manufacturers in the world, and have been for some time. The G-X series of aircraft has been around a long while now, and have proved to be extremely reliable and loved aircraft.

This family is known for their distinctive large oval windows, long wings, and luxurious interiors. For the older G-IIs and G-IIIs, their engines are LOUD.

Gulfstream has made thousands of business jets over the years, and with the WoA devs talking repeatedly about adding General Aviation, this family would very obviously be a prime contender to be added.

From the G-II to the G650, all of these aircraft are all unique in their own way, and would bring a very powerful presence to any airport in-game.

:airplane: Airlines that use it
Gulfstream II (GLF2)

  • Dominican Republic Air Force
  • Ecuadorian Air Force
  • Mexican Police
  • Private Owners

Gulfstream III (GLF3)

  • Mexican Air Force
  • National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
  • Private Owners
  • Royal Moroccan Air Force

Gulfstream IV (GLF4)

  • Chilean Air Force
  • Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
  • FlexJet
  • Japanese Self-Defense Force (JASDF)
  • National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
  • Northrop Grumman
  • Private Owners
  • Royal Netherlands Air Force
  • United States Air Force (USAF)
  • United States Army
  • United States Marine Corps (USMC)
  • United States Navy

Gulfstream V (GLF5)

  • Private Owners

Gulfstream G650 (GLF6)

  • Azerbaijan Airlines
  • FlexJet
  • Italian Air Force
  • Private Owners
  • Qatar Executive

Gulfstream C-37 (GLF5)

  • Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
  • Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
  • Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
  • Hellenic Air Force
  • National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
  • Singapore Air Force
  • United States Air Force (USAF)
  • United States Army
  • United States Coast Guard (USCG)
  • United States Marine Corps (USMC)
  • United States Navy

L3Harris Gulfstream EA-37B Compass Call (GLF5)

  • United States Air Force (USAF)
  • Italian Air Force

Gulfstream MC-55 Peregrine (GLF5)

  • Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF)

:magnifying_glass_tilted_left: Special characteristics or variants

Grumman Gulfstream II (GLF2)

The Gulfstream G-II, also known as the Grumman G-1159, was the very first jet produced by Gulfstream. It started out with its first flight in 1966, and ended in 1981 with over 250 built. The G-II is definitely on the more rare side nowadays, with roughly around only 20-30 airworthy worldwide in 2026.

The G-II has a wingspan of 68 feet, with a length of 79 feet. It seats 12 in its standard configuration.

Gulfstream III (GLF3)

The Gulfstream G-III was a very iconic airplane throughout the 80s, and still is today. They were produced from 1979-1986, but are still in use today. One notable current operator is NASA, where they still operate 3 of these aircraft. Out of the 202 produced, roughly 45 of them are still airworthy, so you do still see them around.

The G-III has a wingspan of 77 feet, with a length of 83 feet. It seats 14 in its standard configuration.

Gulfstream IV / G450 (GLF4)

The G-IV was the successor to the G-III, and had a long production run. The original G-IV was made from 1985-1993. The upgraded G-IV-SP then ran from 1993-2002. Finally, the upgraded G-IV became the G450, which ran from 2004-2018. The G-IV was pretty successful, and they are still pretty common today. Funnily enough, one of Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Gulfstream IVs is lucky enough to have the tail number “N1”.

The G-IV has a wingspan of 77 feet, with a length of 88 feet. It seats 14 in its standard configuration.

Gulfstream V / G550 (GLF5)

The G-V is arguably the most iconic Gulfstream jet, with the style of the airframe really defining the brand that is Gulfstream, with the Long, broad wings, oval windows, and tall empennage. They were made from 1995-2002, where it then became the G550, which ran from 2003-2021. The G-V was very successful, and are still a common sight worldwide. Some Militaries bought a government variant of the G-IV, called the C-20.

The G-V has a wingspan of 93 feet, with a length of 96 feet. It seats 16 in its standard configuration.

Gulfstream G650 (GLF6)

The G650 was pretty similar to the G550 in terms of capacity, but had longer range, and was overall just a larger airplane. There was also a G650ER, which further extended the range of the aircraft. The G650 was VERY popular, and ran from 2009 all the way to 2025. The G650 is one of the most common business jets, noteable with carriers like FlexJet and Qatar Executive. The G650 was a direct competitor to the Bombardier Global Series. The aircraft is very similar in dimensions to the newer Gulfstream G800, both having a wingspan of 99 feet.

The G650 has a wingspan of 99 feet, with a length of 93 feet. It seats 18 in its standard configuration.

Other Variants:

Gulfstream C-37

The C-37 is a Government transport version of the Gulfstream V used by numerous government agencies worldwide.

L3Harris / Gulfstream EA-37B Compass Call

The EA-37B is a heavily modified G550 used for radar and communication jamming, Suppression of Air Defenses (SEAD), Cyber Warfare, Survellieance, Reconnaissance, and so much more. The aircraft is outfitted with massive radar array bulges on the nose, belly, sides, and empennage of the aircraft. The aircraft may look sort of ugly, but it is EXTREMELY capable.

Gulfstream MC-55 Peregrine

The MC-55 is a modified GLF5 used by the Royal Australian Air Force as an Electronic Warfare and Intelligence platform. The aircraft has several bulges containing extra sensors across the Aircraft.

:camera_with_flash: Optional: Links or references

Grumman Gulfstream II (GLF2)

Gulfstream III (GLF3)

Gulfstream IV (GLF4)

Gulfstream V (GLF5)

Gulfstream G650 (GLF6)

Gulfstream C-37

C-37s at INN

L3Harris / Gulfstream EA-37B Compass Call (GLF5)

Gulfstream MC-55 Peregrine

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