Gulfstream's long wait for European Joint Aviation Authorities validation of its GV business jet may be close to a conclusion, with president Bill Boisture predicting JAA approval by year-end. Final test data was submitted to the JAA late last month, he says.
The large cabin business jet was certificated by the US Federal Aviation Administration in 1995, but subjected to more rigorous testing in Europe after Gulfstream's decision not to run the certification testing in parallel with the FAA. Sources say the aircraft had difficulty meeting the JAA's gust regulations. Boisture says a post-production modification of load brackets on three wing ribs, required for the first 10 aircraft, will be completed by mid-June. Despite the lack of JAA approval, there are 12 GVs operating in Europe.
Source: Flight International
