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The Gulfstream-V (G-V) aircraft is a research jet that is used by multiple agencies, including NASA and the National Science Foundation (NSF). The G-V can operate at altitudes of up to 50,000 ft and can fly up to 10 hours per flight. Its payload capacity ranges from 5,600 to 8,000 lbs, depending on the specific aircraft. The G-V can carry a variety of instruments, making it a valuable aircraft for a broad range of research applications.
Type
Jet
Data Center
ORNL DAAC
Launch
Entered service in 1997
Objective
Support airborne science missions in remote locations around the world
Instruments Aboard G-V
| Instrument Name | Operational Date(s) | Spectral Resolution | Type of Instrument |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyperspectral Thermal Emissions Spectrometer (HyTES) | July 2012 - November 2023 | 256 bands; 7500 to 12,000 nm in 17-nm intervals |
Spectrometer/Radiometer |
| Snow Radar | Profilers/Sounder |
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