B.M.
S COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
(An Autonomous Institute Affiliated to VTU)
Post Box No. 1908, Bull Temple Road, Bengaluru- 560 019, Karnataka, India
Department of Aerospace Engineering
Academic Year
2024-25
Aircraft Design Assignment
22AS7PCACD
Submitted by:
Khushi Shah
Faculty in Charge:
Dr. Tamal Jana
(Assistant Professor)
Department of Aerospace Engineering
Gulfstream G600
The Gulfstream G600 is a twin-engine business jet produced by Savannah,
Georgia-based Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. A clean-sheet design that is the
commercial designation of Gulfstream’s GVII-G600 type, the G600 is powered
by a pair of Pratt & Whitney Canada PW800-series engines. The first flight of a
G600—which was performed by a flight-test airframe registered as N600G—
took place on Dec. 17, 2016, a flight that originated from Savannah-Hilton Head
International Airport. Subsequently, the GVII-G600 was certified by the FAA on
June 28, 2019, ahead of the first delivery on Aug. 8, 2019.
According to the FAA type certificate data sheet (TCDS) that includes the GVII-
G600, the airframe is certified to carry up to 19 passengers, in addition to the two
required pilots. However, Gulfstream states that when the cabin is configured for
sleeping accommodations, that capacity is reduced to 10. Those passengers are
accommodated in a cabin that has a length—setting aside the baggage area—of
45 ft. 2 in., finished height of 6 ft. 2 in., finished width of 7 ft. 7 in. and volume
of 1,884 ft.3 At the maximum operating altitude, the G600’s pressurization
system allows for a cabin altitude at 4,850 ft., while the space in the cabin is
supplemented by a baggage compartment that has a volume of 175 ft.3.
Design Constraints (Set by Customer and regulator)
Parameter Choice Impact
Construction Standard Lightweight composites
enhance fuel efficiency,
improve range, and enhance
durability. They also reduce
maintenance cost due to
corrosion resistance.
Aircraft Type Civil FAR – 25 It meets strict safety and
reliability standards, and is
optimized for passenger
comfort with a pressurized
cabin and quiet operation.
Maneuverability Normal It prioritizes smooth and
stable handling over
aerobatic capabilities,
enhancing passenger comfort
and operational safety during
long-haul flights.
Mission Business Aviation Gulfstream G600 is designed
for transporting executives or
passengers with a focus on
speed, luxury, and range.
Interiors include advanced
amenities to cater high-end
clients.
Pilot Manned Ensures real-time decision-
making and compliance with
business aviation norms.
Supports complex navigation
for global operations.
Weight >45000 kg (MTOW) Allows for significant fuel
reserves, passenger capacity,
and on-board systems. It also
supports intercontinental
missions with full payload
capacities.
Take-off and Landing Normal It requires standard-length
runways but benefits from
efficient field-performance
for a business jet.
Payload Passengers and Luggage It can accommodate upto 19
passengers with ample
luggage space, balancing
luxury and utility. It also
supports multiple seating
configurations for flexibility.
Subsystems Advanced avionics, autopilot These subsystems enhance
and landing gear operational efficiency, safety
and ease of handling.
Safety 2 Crew, Reserve fuel Reserve fuel and crew
members ensure operational
reliability.
Designer Choices
Parameter Choice Impact of Choice
Conventionality Conventional It has an established
conventional design with
proven aerodynamics,
reliability, and ease of
maintenance.
Power Powered Gulfstream G600 uses
advanced turbofan engines
for sustained, high-speed
flight and long-range
capability.
Propulsion Twin turbofan Efficient fuel consumption,
quitter operation, and
reduced emissions.
Number of engines Twin The twin engines ensure
optimal thrust-to-weight
ratio while maintaining
redundancy and cost
efficiency.
Engine Thrust Tractor It maximises aerodynamic
efficiency by pulling the
aircraft through the air.
Engine Installation Fixed Fixed engine installation
simplifies design and
maintenance, thus enhancing
reliability.
Engine Location Under wing It reduced cabin noise,
simplifies access for
maintenance, and optimizes
center of gravity for stability.
Wing Type Fixed wing Provides stability and
efficiency at high speeds.
Number of Wings Monoplane The monoplane structure
minimizes drag and
structural weight, thus
enhancing speed and range.
Wing Geometry Swept Wing The wing geometry is
optimized for high-speed
cruise, reducing drag, and
enhancing fuel-efficiency.
Wing Placement Low Wing It improves aerodynamic
performance and passenger
comfort. The low wing
placement also allows for
efficient fuel tank placement
in wings.
Wing Installation Cantilever The cantilever wing
installation eliminates
external struts, thus reducing
drag and improving
aesthetics.
Horizontal Control Horizontal-tail It offers balanced pitch
control and stability.
Tail Type T-tail Improves aerodynamics and
avoids jet exhaust
interference, thus enhancing
stability.
Landing Gear Multi-bogey Distributes weight efficiently
during take-off and landing,
improving field performance
on longer missions.
Fuselage Single long Maximises the cabin space
for luxury and passenger
comfort while maintaining
aerodynamic efficiency.
Performance
Parameter Value
Cruise Speed Mach 0.85
High-speed Cruise Mach 0.9
Range 6,600 nautical miles (12,223 km)
Endurance 12-14 hours
Ceiling 51,000 feet
Take-off Distance 5,700 feet
Landing Distance 3,100 feet
Specific Fuel Consumption 0.5/hr
Empty Weight Fraction 49,379 lb
Weight Fraction 0.97
Fuel Fraction 0.03
Payload 3770 lb
Calculations
