Jet Aviation of West Palm Beach, Florida, has added a Gulfstream V to its US managed fleet. The aircraft, which will be marketed by Jet Aviation's partner New World Jet, will be the operator's sixth GV and will be based in Portland, Oregon. The 16-seat GV features the latest cockpit technology, including an enhanced vision system, a head-up display and an enhanced ground proximity warning system.
Source: Flight International
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