Gulfstream G100 vs VC-25 "Air Force One"

The Gulfstream G100 and the VC-25 "Air Force One" are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Gulfstream and Boeing respectively. Top speed is 874 km/h for the Gulfstream G100 vs 1,014 km/h for the VC-25 "Air Force One". The Gulfstream G100 has an operational range of 5,462 km vs 12,600 km for the VC-25 "Air Force One". The VC-25 "Air Force One" operates at altitudes up to 13,746 m compared to 13,716 m for the Gulfstream G100. At 377,842 kg MTOW, the VC-25 "Air Force One" is 33:1 the Gulfstream G100's 11,500 kg. The Gulfstream G100 has been produced in 265 units vs 2 for the VC-25 "Air Force One". Unit cost is $4.3M for the Gulfstream G100 vs $325M for the VC-25 "Air Force One". The Gulfstream G100 first flew 5 years before the VC-25 "Air Force One" (1984 vs 1989).

Israeli-American mid-size business jet, recognized for transcontinental range, introduced in the late 20th century.
Gulfstream Gulfstream G100 Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Gulfstream
First flight 1 January 1984
Year introduced 1985
Number produced 265 units
Average unit price $4.3 million
American presidential transport aircraft, deployed since the mid-1980s, known for brass-bound luxury and sophisticated communications.
Boeing VC-25 "Air Force One" Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Boeing
First flight 1 September 1989
Year introduced 1990
Number produced 2 units
Average unit price $325 million
Wing area 29.4 m² ◉
Wingspan 16.6 m â—‰
Height 5.5 m â—‰
Length 17.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 874 km/h â—‰
Operational range 5,462 km â—‰
Service ceiling 13,716 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 11,500 kg â—‰
Empty weight 6,531 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 964 kgf â—‰
Wing area 511.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 59.6 m â—‰
Height 19.3 m â—‰
Length 70.6 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1014 km/h â—‰
Operational range 12,600 km â—‰
Service ceiling 13,746 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 377,842 kg â—‰
Empty weight 173,726 kg â—‰
Total thrust 4 x 6,430 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Gulfstream G100 or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The VC-25 "Air Force One" is faster with a maximum speed of 1,014 km/h compared to the Gulfstream G100's 874 km/h, a difference of 140 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Gulfstream G100 or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The VC-25 "Air Force One" has a longer range at 12,600 km compared to the Gulfstream G100's 5,462 km.
Which can fly higher, the Gulfstream G100 or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The VC-25 "Air Force One" has a higher service ceiling at 13,746 meters (45,098 ft) compared to the Gulfstream G100's 13,716 meters (45,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Gulfstream G100 or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The VC-25 "Air Force One" has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 377,842 kg compared to the Gulfstream G100's 11,500 kg.
Which is larger, the Gulfstream G100 or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The VC-25 "Air Force One" is longer at 70.6 meters compared to the Gulfstream G100's 17.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Gulfstream G100 or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The VC-25 "Air Force One" is more expensive at approximately $325 million per unit compared to the Gulfstream G100 at $4.3 million.
Which entered service first, the Gulfstream G100 or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The Gulfstream G100 entered service first in 1985, 5 years before the VC-25 "Air Force One" which entered service in 1990.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Gulfstream G100 or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The Gulfstream G100 has been produced in greater numbers with 265 units compared to 2 units of the VC-25 "Air Force One".