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Gulfstream C-20H Special Air Mission Variant

The Gulfstream C-20H is the U.S. Air Force operational-support variant derived from the Gulfstream IV. Compared with the C-20B/Gulfstream III branch, the C-20H uses Rolls-Royce Tay 611-8 engines, a slightly longer airframe, upgraded avionics and interior, and greater range for senior government and Defense Department transport missions.

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Aliases
C-20HGulfstream C-20HGulfstream IVC-20
Family Name
Gulfstream C-20H
Full Name
Gulfstream C-20H Special Air Mission Variant
Roles
militarybusinesscommunications
Status
retired
Type
aircraft

Details

Aircraft Specs
Configuration
fixed_wing
Crew Capacity
5
Max Speed
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Max Takeoff Mass
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Operating Modes
land
Passenger Capacity
12
Range
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Service Ceiling
…
Takeoff Landing Capabilities
conventional
Description
The Gulfstream C-20H is the U.S. Air Force operational-support variant derived from the Gulfstream IV. Compared with the C-20B/Gulfstream III branch, the C-20H uses Rolls-Royce Tay 611-8 engines, a slightly longer airframe, upgraded avionics and interior, and greater range for senior government and Defense Department transport missions.
Dimensions
Height
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Length
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Wingspan
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Manufacturer
Propulsion Configurations
  • Entries
    • Count
      2
      Placement
      fuselage
      Propulsion System
      Role
      main
      Stage
      airframe
      Variant Notes
      Two exact Rolls-Royce Tay 611-8 turbofans; Gulfstream C-20H.
    Name
    C-20H Tay 611-8 installation
    Notes
    The U.S. Air Force identifies two Rolls-Royce Tay Mark 611-8 turbofans on C-20H aircraft.

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Creation Time
August 15, 2026 at 10:45:03 UTC
Updated Time
August 15, 2026 at 10:45:03 UTC