Gulfstream V vs VC-25 "Air Force One"

The Gulfstream V and the VC-25 "Air Force One" are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Gulfstream and Boeing respectively. Top speed is 940 km/h for the Gulfstream V vs 1,014 km/h for the VC-25 "Air Force One". The Gulfstream V has an operational range of 12,000 km vs 12,600 km for the VC-25 "Air Force One". The Gulfstream V operates at altitudes up to 15,545 m compared to 13,746 m for the VC-25 "Air Force One". At 377,842 kg MTOW, the VC-25 "Air Force One" is 9.2x the Gulfstream V's 41,050 kg. The Gulfstream V has been produced in 193 units vs 2 for the VC-25 "Air Force One". Unit cost is $18M for the Gulfstream V vs $325M for the VC-25 "Air Force One". The VC-25 "Air Force One" first flew 6 years before the Gulfstream V (1989 vs 1995).

American business jet, active during the late 20th and early 21st century, widely operated for long-range, high-speed corporate travel.
Gulfstream Gulfstream V Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Gulfstream
First flight 28 November 1995
Year introduced 1997
Number produced 193 units
Average unit price $18 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 106.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 28.5 m â—‰
Height 7.7 m â—‰
Length 29.4 m â—‰
Maximum speed 940 km/h â—‰
Operational range 12,000 km â—‰
Service ceiling 15,545 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 41,050 kg â—‰
Empty weight 20,956 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 3,345 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 V 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 V's 940 km/h, a difference of 74 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Gulfstream V or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The VC-25 "Air Force One" has a longer range at 12,600 km compared to the Gulfstream V's 12,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the Gulfstream V or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The Gulfstream V has a higher service ceiling at 15,545 meters (51,000 ft) compared to the VC-25 "Air Force One"'s 13,746 meters (45,098 ft).
Which is heavier, the Gulfstream V 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 V's 41,050 kg.
Which is larger, the Gulfstream V or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The VC-25 "Air Force One" is longer at 70.6 meters compared to the Gulfstream V's 29.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Gulfstream V 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 V at $18 million.
Which entered service first, the Gulfstream V or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The VC-25 "Air Force One" entered service first in 1990, 7 years before the Gulfstream V which entered service in 1997.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Gulfstream V or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The Gulfstream V has been produced in greater numbers with 193 units compared to 2 units of the VC-25 "Air Force One".