The G-21A Goose is an iconic amphibious aircraft, the first monoplane designed by Grumman. The G-21 prototype first flew in May 1937, offering versatility for both water and land operations. Originally conceived as a business transport aircraft for wealthy investors, the G-21 series quickly saw service in military roles during World War II with the U.S. and Allied forces, valued for its rugged design and utility.
The manufacturer, Northrop Grumman, traces its history through the foundational Grumman Aircraft Engineering Corporation, which designed and built the Goose. Grumman was a major figure in American aviation, ranking high in wartime production. The company later merged with Northrop Corporation in 1994 to form Northrop Grumman, a global aerospace and defense technology company.
A range of platforms and access solutions support methodical maintenance around this aircraft. These products—including the Reach Deck Platform, Modular Stepover Platforms, Super Trestle Scaffold, Ultraraise, Super Service Stand, Easyraise, Bridge Deck, Cantilever Platform, Aviation Chock and Cone Trolley, Super Maintenance Platform, Fibreglass Platform, A Frame Aviation Platform, and Platform Ladder Warthog—provide access for critical areas. Access solutions cover the Nose Section (Radome, Antenna, Nose Avionics, Windshield & Cockpit, Bulkhead), Forward Fuselage, Landing Gear (NLG + MLG), Middle Fuselage / Wing Box Area, Wing & Engine Pylon, AFT Fuselage, and Tail Section (Empennage).
