MINDEF - Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Singapore
MINDEF - Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Singapore
02/27/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 02/27/2026 01:38
Fact Sheet: Gulfstream G550 Maritime Surveillance Aircraft
The Gulfstream G550 Maritime Surveillance Aircraft (G550-MSA) is an aircraft designed for maritime surveillance, to enhance maritime awareness and to provide early warning of maritime threats. The G550-MSA will complement the Boeing P-8A Maritime Patrol Aircraft as part of Singapore's maritime security surveillance network to better protect Singapore and our Sea Lines of Communication (SLOCs) from maritime security threats.
Maritime Surveillance Capabilities. The G550-MSA is equipped with radar systems, electro-optical/infrared cameras, communication and identification systems, which allows the G550-MSA to simultaneously detect, identify and track a range of potential maritime threats.
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications of the G550-MSA
|
Description |
Parameters |
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Length (m) |
29.8 |
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Wingspan (m) |
28.5 |
|
Height (m) |
8.3 |
|
Speed (Mach) |
0.82 |
|
Endurance (hours) |
9 |
|
Service Ceiling (ft) |
40,000 |
|
Mission Systems |
Maritime Surveillance Radar Electro-Optical/Infra-Red Sensor Integrated Communications Systems Maritime Automatic Identification System Self-Protection Suite |
|
Crew |
2 Pilots and up to 6 Mission Crew |
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