No warranty of AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, MAKE OFFER. Photos taken by airborne photographers of airborne aircraft Development of the basic 1124 led to the 1124A Westwind 2 with improved hot and high performance, better fuel economy and longer range. Aircraft flying government officials
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The Westwind Jet II Interior The Westwind 2 Private Jet has an identifiable low-slung fuselage, reminiscent of the Aero Commander from which it is derived. The baggage compartment can hold up to 7.0 bags assuming your average piece of luggage is less than 5 cubic feet. Production ceased in 1987 in favour of the 1125 Astra (described separately under Galaxy Aerospace). By JetBrokers. / 45.8M The Westwind accommodates a crew of two pilots and up to 9 passengers.The dimensions of the roomy cabin are 15.5 feet in length, 4.9 feet in height and 4.8 feet wide, so you and your guests will enjoy space similar to the Learjet 55.Amenities include a private lavatory, a galley refreshment center, and ample baggage space for skis and golf clubs.The wings are located well behind the cabin which provides a quiet space for working or relaxing. The IAI Westwind has become one of the success stories of the small but effective Israeli aviation industry. INTERIOR Eight Passenger Seating: Beige leather seating 4-place club 3-place divan Forward galley w/ hot & cold beverage Dual large writing tables EROS crew oxygen masks ... WESTWIND II - Pasco, WA . MSN: / However North American Rockwell shortly afterwards acquired Aero Commander, and as it was already building the Sabreliner (described under Rockwell), the Jet Commander line had to be sold off because of antitrust laws. In 1980, IAI announced a second go-around, the Westwind II, with redesigned wings and the addition of winglets.The Westwind IIâs winglets are its most notable improvement. We use cookies to help you get the best experience when using our website. • The revamped aircraft was called the Westwind II, replacing the original design in production. / Delivered from May 1980, changes over the 1124 included a modified wing section, winglets, flat cabin floor and other interior improvements. 611 Passenger and baggage amounts can greatly effect the performance of an aircraft since minimum runway lengths, range and speed are all effected by its weight.Typical passenger configuration is the typical number of passengers the jet is configured to accommodate 7 passengers, however each jet will have a custom configuration to accommodate an owners specific needs and will therefore vary. … The IAI Westwind 2 Small Jet is manufactured by Iai between 1980 and 1987. 383 35.9M The cabin measures 15.5 feet long by 4.8 feet wide by 4.9 feet tall giving it a total cabin volume of 368.3 cubic feet making it comfortable for up to 7 passengers. 89 1 0 Airbus A320-214. Positioned atop the tiptanks (while most aircraft substitute one for the other).The usual winglet design was proven to be more effective and improved the lift-to-drag ratio.Another improvement the Westwind II has over its predecessor is what IAI refers to as its Sigma wing, a recontoured wing that holds 1.5 more fuel.This allows for a higher takeoff weight (500 additional pounds to 23,500 lbs); reaches a 2,000 feet higher initial cruise range; and increases range by five percent.Due to these modifications, the Westwind II enjoys greater operating weights and improved hot-and-high performance evidenced by the aforementioned numbers.The Westwind II is powered by two Honeywell TFE731-3-1G turbofan engines, the same as its predecessor.Each engine is rated 3,700 lbs of thrust and the inspection interval is 4,200 hours.Typically, the Westwind IIâs cockpit would be equipped with the Collins FMS90 flight management systemThe cabin is relatively small but features a divan, common in larger, executive-class business jets.The Westwind II is capable of accommodating seven passengers in a four seat club and a three-seat, side-facing divan.Across from the divan is a galley/refreshment center.