News Release

CURSOR CONTROL DEVICE IS ADDED TO GULFSTREAM G150 COCKPIT
Popularity of Gulfstream-developed Device in Gulfstream’s Large-Cabin Business Jets Spurred G150 Cockpit Enhancement

SAVANNAH, Ga., Aug. 30, 2005 – Gulfstream Aerospace, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE:  GD), announced it has included a pilot and copilot cursor control device as standard equipment in its newest business jet, the Gulfstream G150, which is scheduled to enter service in the third quarter of 2006.

Gulfstream designed and developed this signature Gulfstream Cursor Control Device (CCD) during the development of the ultra-long-range G550. An integrated feature of the PlaneView® flight deck, the CCD is standard equipment on all of Gulfstream’s large-cabin aircraft – the G550, G500, G450 and G350.

"Due to overwhelmingly positive pilot response to the CCDs in our large-cabin business jets, it was only logical to add this feature in our newest airplane," said Pres Henne, senior vice president, program, engineering and test, Gulfstream. "Our first true mid-size business jet, the G150 has been designed in Gulfstream’s tradition of excellence. We continue to look for new ways to incorporate technological advancements to our cockpits that reduce pilot workload, while enhancing safety."

Gulfstream and Israel Aircraft Industries (IAI) are developing the wide-cabin, high-speed G150. It is being built through its Certificate of Airworthiness at IAI’s facility in Tel Aviv, and then flown to Gulfstream’s Dallas completions facility for its final phase of manufacturing.

 Nearly identical to the CCDs in the cockpits of Gulfstream’s large-cabin aircraft, the two G150 CCDs are mounted on the cockpit sidewall – one on the left side and the other on the right side – at natural hand-resting locations for ease of use by the pilot and copilot.

The G150’s CCDs are fully integrated with the Rockwell Collins Proline 21 advanced avionics suite. Without looking down or leaning forward, flight crews can access the functionality of the two Primary Flight Displays (PFDs) and the two Multi-functional Displays (MFDs) by using the CCD’s point-and-click, scrolling and push-button operations.

On the Primary Flight Displays, flight crews can control avionics and access traffic and weather overlays, map ranges and on-screen menus via the CCD. On the Multi-functional Displays, they can use the CCD to control menu functions, traffic and map overlays, and waypoint designators. Both CCDs include a push-to-talk button that enables pilots and copilots to talk with air traffic controllers, cabin crew or guests in the cabin when requested.

To further reduce pilot workload, the CCD is integrated with many of the G150’s optional flight deck enhancements. For instance, crews can pull up an approach chart with a single touch, they can zoom in and even change the chart’s orientation. Crews can also access checklists and operate the 3-D Flight Management System (FMS) displays as well.

In addition to cockpit enhancements, the G150 features an entirely new cabin design. Compared to the mid-cabin, high-speed G100, the G150 cabin is a full foot wider and two inches higher, resulting in a cabin that has 25 percent more volume. Passengers will appreciate the spacious cabin, designed and outfitted by the same team of professionals who design and install high-quality interiors for the entire fleet of Gulfstream business jets.

To offer customers a better look at the G150, Gulfstream developed a true-to-size replica of the G150 cabin and cockpit that is currently being displayed in cities throughout the United States.

On May 3, the first G150 successfully completed its first flight.  The G150 remains on schedule for type certification in the first quarter of next year.

For photos and more information on the G150, go to www.gulfstreamg150.com.

NOTE TO EDITORS

Powered by two Honeywell TFE731-40AR engines, the Gulfstream G150 can reach speeds of up to Mach .85 and altitudes of 45,000 feet, well above commercial traffic and weather. At a long-range cruise speed of Mach .75, the G150 can fly four passengers nonstop up to 2,700 nautical miles, farther than any other aircraft in its class at this speed. That’s the equivalent of New York to Los Angeles, London to Moscow, or Rio de Janeiro to Santiago. 

The G150 can accommodate six to eight passengers in a choice of several cabin configurations. Its wide-body fuselage provides stand-up headroom, ample aisle space and generous legroom and headroom when seated.  Like all Gulfstream customers, G150 customers can choose from a wide selection of fine leathers, upholstery fabrics, wood finishes and floor coverings. And like all Gulfstream business jets, the G150 is backed by Gulfstream’s award-winning product support.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation , a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world’s most technologically advanced business-jet aircraft. Gulfstream has produced more than 1,500 aircraft for customers around the world since 1958. To meet the diverse transportation needs of the future, Gulfstream offers a comprehensive fleet of aircraft, comprising the mid-cabin, high-speed Gulfstream G100 ™; the wide-cabin, high-speed Gulfstream G150 ™; the large-cabin, mid-range Gulfstream G200 ™; the large-cabin, mid-range Gulfstream G350 ™; the large-cabin, long-range G450 ™; the large-cabin, ultra-long-range Gulfstream G500 ™ and the large-cabin, ultra-long-range Gulfstream G550 ™. Gulfstream also offers aircraft ownership services via Gulfstream Financial Services Division and Gulfstream Pre-Owned Aircraft Sales ®. The company employs more than 7,200 people at seven major locations. We invite you to visit our Web site for more information and photos of Gulfstream aircraft at www.gulfstream.com.

General Dynamics, headquartered in Falls Church , Virginia , employs approximately 70,800 people worldwide and had 2004 revenue of $19.2 billion. The company is a market leader in mission-critical information systems and technologies; land and expeditionary combat systems, armaments and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and business aviation. More information about the company can be found at www.generaldynamics.com.