16 December 2014. PPG Industries has been selected by Gulfstream to be windshields, side cockpit windows and passenger cabin window supplier for new Gulfstream G500 and G600 Series.
PPG Industries is a global player and supplier of coatings, optical products, chemicals, fiberglass, glass and high-end materials company that based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States.
Gulfstream G500 and G600 Inflight Lined Up
Currently, PPG Industries is a supplier for G650 Series as well. They were well proven for products recognition and quality.
PPG provides heated glass windshields that has water-repellent coating, this technology is the major requirements for rain removal system. At the result, Gulfstream certified for business jet without windshields wiper. So, the aircraft will have less drag and weight.
Side cockpit windows and passenger cabin windows have 'less' requirements performance. These windows must fulfill the high cabin pressure as well as less deformation. Hereinafter the windows must meet the aerodynamics requirements in order to quieter and smooth flight, in the end the main goal is to achieve good in fuel efficiency.
Gulfstream is a leader in business jet industries, the G500 and G600 will powered by Pratt & Whitney PW-800 Engines. These aircraft are expected to get certification in 2017 and 2019.