[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 60 (Wednesday, May 13, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E845-E846]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




HONORING GULFSTREAM AEROSPACE CORPORATION AND THE GULFSTREAM V INDUSTRY 
           TEAM ON WINNING THE 1997 ROBERT J. COLLIER TROPHY

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                           HON. JACK KINGSTON

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 13, 1998

  Mr. KINGSTON. Mr. Speaker, it is a thrill for me to speak in this 
chamber today not to talk about any pressing matters at hand or 
particular legislation, but to pay tribute to an outstanding company 
that is based in Georgia's 1st Congressional District. This company is 
known as Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, and they have reached a 
milestone.
  Throughout my years as a public servant, I have come to know the 
Gulfstream Family in Savannah. They truly represent what it takes to 
become the nation's leading manufacturer in corporate/business jets. 
Every time I visit a member of this fine organization, I am always 
reminded of what symbolizes dedication and excellence.
  Because of their unprecedented achievement, the Gulfstream V, and 
their flawless reputation, the National Aeronautic Association has 
awarded the 1997 Robert J. Collier Trophy to the Gulfstream Family. 
This acknowledgment is no ordinary, run-of-the-mill trophy. It is the 
aviation's most prestigious award.
  The Collier Trophy is given annually by the National Aeronautic 
Association to recognize

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the top aeronautical achievement in the United States. Gulfstream and 
the G-V Industry Team were presented the trophy at a ceremony and 
dinner at which I was privileged to attend on April 29, 1998, hosted by 
the National Aeronautic Association and the National Aviation Club in 
Arlington, Virginia.
  Gulfstream and the Gulfstream V industry team were recognized 
specifically ``for successful application of advanced design and 
efficient manufacturing techniques, together with innovative 
international business partnerships, to place into service the 
Gulfstream V--the world's first ultra-long range business jet.'' Past 
winners of the award include Orville Wright, Neil Armstrong and the 
Apollo 11 flight crew, Charles E. ``Chuck'' Year and United States 
Senator John Glenn.
  Certified by the FAA in April, 1997, the Gulfstream V business jet is 
the first aircraft of its kind in the world. With unmatched 
performance, comfort and speed, the Gulfstream V has a range that is 
50% greater than any other business jet currently in service. The 
Gulfstream V can carry eight passengers and a crew of four non-stop 
distances up to 6,500 nautical miles at speeds up to Mach .88. The V is 
designed to cruise routinely at 51,000 feet. Last year, in the first 
eleven months of service, the Gulfstream V set 47 world and national 
records, consisting of 22 city pair speed records and 25 performance 
records. The Gulfstream V has made non-stop travel between cities such 
as Tokyo and Washington, London and Beijing, Los Angeles and Moscow 
routine business.
  The Gulfstream V was recognized as one of the ``Ten Most Memorable 
Flights in 1997'' by the National Aeronautic Association on the flight 
from Washington, D.C. to Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The flight was 
6,330 nautical miles and took 12 hours and 40 minutes. It flew non-
stop.
  On behalf of the citizens of the 1st District of Georgia, I would 
like to congratulate the 6,000 men and women at Gulfstream for their 
outstanding work and for achieving this extraordinary milestone. I am 
very proud to have the opportunity to recognize the Gulfstream Family 
this day.
  Thank you, and may others throughout the aviation community be 
inspired to follow Gulfstream's path to success.

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