Gulfstream has arrived at Asian Aerospace '98 boasting a new accolade- its Gulfstream GV ultra -long-range business jet has been named this year's winner of the annual prestigious Robert J Collier trophy.
The trophy, established in 1912, is awarded by the US National Aeronautic Association (NAA) for "-the greatest achievement in aeronautics or astronautics in America, with respect to improving the performance, efficiency or safety of air or space vehicles, the value of which has been thoroughly demonstrated by actual use during the preceding year."
In particular, Savannah, Georgia-based Gulfstream is recognised for the way it has masterminded advanced design and efficient manufacturing techniques together with innovative international business partnerships.
The trophy will be presented at a banquet in Washington DC in April.
It caps what was "a great year for Gulfstream and the GV," says Gulfstream chairman Theodore Forstmann. "We achieved full FAA certification, initial customer deliveries, and over 40 world and national records.
"I am very proud of our people and think this is fitting recognition in the 40th anniversary of our company."
Both the GV and the GIV are expected to be on display at the show.
Source: Flight Daily News
