Gulfstream C-20G Gulfstream

The Gulfstream C‑20G is the United States Air Force’s military designation for the Gulfstream IV‑A business jet, produced by Gulfstream Aerospace in Savannah, Georgia. First delivered in the early 1990s, the aircraft evolved from Gulfstream’s long‑standing tradition of high‑performance corporate aviation, adapting the civilian IV’s airframe for government and defense missions. Powered by two Rolls‑Royce Tay 770‑A turbofan engines, the C‑20G cruises at Mach 0.85, delivering a maximum speed of 522 knots and a trans‑Atlantic range of roughly 4,200 nautical miles, allowing rapid transport of senior officials and high‑priority cargo. Its pressurised, 12‑seat cabin features a sophisticated avionics suite—Honeywell Primus 1500EFIS displays, dual‑channel flight‑management system, and satellite communications—providing all‑weather capability and secure communications. The aircraft’s robust air‑frame, integrated self‑defence systems, and quick‑turn‑around maintenance make it a dependable link in strategic airlift and diplomatic transport. Over the decades the C‑20G has supported presidential travel, NATO liaison, and special‑mission tasks, cementing its role as a versatile platform that bridges the gap between commercial jet efficiency and the exacting demands of military operations, thereby reinforcing the United States’ global mobility and command‑and‑control reach.