HISTORY & INNOVATIONS
Throughout its history, Bombardier Business Aircraft has consistently responded to challenges and opportunities with tireless innovation, daring creativity and entrepreneurial gusto. Our proven ability to absorb, improve and generate new technologies, processes and management philosophies has long fuelled our competitiveness and growth.
1902
June 26, USA
William (Bill) P. Lear is born in Hannibal, Missouri.
William (Bill) P. Lear is born in Hannibal, Missouri.
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1903
December 7, USA
Orville and Wilbur Wright achieve first flight at Kitty Hawk, NC.
Orville and Wilbur Wright achieve first flight at Kitty Hawk, NC.
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1904
September 20, USA
Orville and Wilbur Wright fly the aircraft Flyer II for several minutes at Hoffman Prairie, IA.
Orville and Wilbur Wright fly the aircraft Flyer II for several minutes at Hoffman Prairie, IA.
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1905
June 23, USA
The Wright brothers fly the Wright Flyer III for the first time. It is the first fully controllable and practical version of the original 1903 Wright Flyer.
The Wright brothers fly the Wright Flyer III for the first time. It is the first fully controllable and practical version of the original 1903 Wright Flyer.
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1906
September 13, France
Santos-Dumont performs his first flight in front of a public audience.
Santos-Dumont performs his first flight in front of a public audience.
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1907
April 16, Canada
Joseph-Armand Bombardier is born in Valcourt, Québec.
Joseph-Armand Bombardier is born in Valcourt, Québec.
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1908
September 9, USA
At Fort Myers, Orville Wright becomes the first man to stay airborne for longer than an hour.
At Fort Myers, Orville Wright becomes the first man to stay airborne for longer than an hour.
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1908
October 6, France
After performing a series of record-breaking flights, Wilbur Wright succeeds in staying airborn for more than one hour with a passenger onboard.
After performing a series of record-breaking flights, Wilbur Wright succeeds in staying airborn for more than one hour with a passenger onboard.
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1908
November, UK
Short Brothers, the first aircraft manufacturing company in the world, is created. The Wright Brothers give the new company the British rights to build the Wright Flyer. An initial order for six aircraft is placed.
Short Brothers, the first aircraft manufacturing company in the world, is created. The Wright Brothers give the new company the British rights to build the Wright Flyer. An initial order for six aircraft is placed.
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1909
July 20, USA
Orville Wright sets new US record, staying in the air 1 hour, 20 minutes, 25 seconds.
Two months later, he soars to an unprecedented height of over 1,600 feet.
Orville Wright sets new US record, staying in the air 1 hour, 20 minutes, 25 seconds.
Two months later, he soars to an unprecedented height of over 1,600 feet.
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1909
July 25, UK
French aviator, Louis Blériot, lands at Dover, becoming the first person to successfully fly across the English channel.
French aviator, Louis Blériot, lands at Dover, becoming the first person to successfully fly across the English channel.
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1911
April 12, France
Pierre Prier completes first non-stop flight from London to Paris.
Pierre Prier completes first non-stop flight from London to Paris.
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1911
August 1, USA
Harriet Quimby is the first woman to obtain a pilot's license issued by the Aero Club of America.
Harriet Quimby is the first woman to obtain a pilot's license issued by the Aero Club of America.
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1912
September 7
French aviator, Roland Garros, reaches record altitude of 13,200 feet.
French aviator, Roland Garros, reaches record altitude of 13,200 feet.
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1915
December 12, Germany
First all-metal plane is completed by Hugo Junkers.
First all-metal plane is completed by Hugo Junkers.
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1920
September 25, UK
de Havilland Aircraft Company, a British aviation manufacturer, is founded.
de Havilland Aircraft Company, a British aviation manufacturer, is founded.
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1922
Canada
15-year old Joseph-Armand Bombardier creates his first snow vehicle.
15-year old Joseph-Armand Bombardier creates his first snow vehicle.
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1926
Canada
Joseph-Armand Bombardier opens a garage in Valcourt, Québec: the Garage Bombardier.
Joseph-Armand Bombardier opens a garage in Valcourt, Québec: the Garage Bombardier.
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1928
June 18
Amelia Earhart of Atchison, Kansas, is the first woman to successfully cross the Atlantic. The 29-year-old flew a multi-engine Fokker, from Boston to South Wales, in 22 hours.
Amelia Earhart of Atchison, Kansas, is the first woman to successfully cross the Atlantic. The 29-year-old flew a multi-engine Fokker, from Boston to South Wales, in 22 hours.
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1963
October 7, USA
Wichita: First flight of the Learjet, the first mass produced business jet.
Wichita: First flight of the Learjet, the first mass produced business jet.
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1964
February 18, Canada
Joseph-Armand Bombardier dies at the age of 56.
Joseph-Armand Bombardier dies at the age of 56.
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1964
July 31, USA
The Learjet 23 aircraft type certificate is awarded.
The Learjet 23 aircraft type certificate is awarded.
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1965
May, USA
The Learjet 23 establishes three world speed records, Los Angeles to New York and back, in 10 hours, 21 minutes, with two refueling stops.
The Learjet 23 establishes three world speed records, Los Angeles to New York and back, in 10 hours, 21 minutes, with two refueling stops.
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1966
March, Canada
Laurent Beaudoin is named president of L'Auto-Neige Bombardier Limitée at age 27.
Laurent Beaudoin is named president of L'Auto-Neige Bombardier Limitée at age 27.
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1966
The Learjet 24 blasts off from Wichita to fly around the world. The trip takes 65 hours, 39 minutes and flight time is 50 hours, 19 minutes, setting 18 world records. It becomes the first jet certified to U.S. FAR 25 standards.
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1967
Canada
L'Auto-Neige Bombardier changes its name to Bombardier Limitée.
L'Auto-Neige Bombardier changes its name to Bombardier Limitée.
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1968
February 20, USA
The Learjet 25 sets a time-to-climb record: 6 minutes, 19 seconds to reach 40,000 feet.
The Learjet 25 sets a time-to-climb record: 6 minutes, 19 seconds to reach 40,000 feet.
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1969
May 13, Canada
Bombardier stocks, valued at $32 million, are listed on the Montréal and Toronto Stock Exchanges.
Bombardier stocks, valued at $32 million, are listed on the Montréal and Toronto Stock Exchanges.
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1972
January, USA
FAA approves the Learjet aircraft for operations from gravel runways, a business jet first.
FAA approves the Learjet aircraft for operations from gravel runways, a business jet first.
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1973
August 22, USA
First flight of the Learjet prototype Model 35 which can carry up to eight passengers.
First flight of the Learjet prototype Model 35 which can carry up to eight passengers.
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1975
April 8
Delivery of the 500th Learjet aircraft, a Learjet 24D model, to the Mexican navy.
Delivery of the 500th Learjet aircraft, a Learjet 24D model, to the Mexican navy.
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1975
December 20, USA
Groundbreaking ceremonies are held for an all-new 75,600 square-foot facility in Tucson to increase manufacturing and service for the Learjet family of aircraft.
Groundbreaking ceremonies are held for an all-new 75,600 square-foot facility in Tucson to increase manufacturing and service for the Learjet family of aircraft.
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1976
May 19
American professional golfer Arnold Palmer uses a Learjet 36 aircraft to establish a new round-the-world record travelling 22,894 miles (36990 km) in a 48 hours, 48 minutes flight time (57 hours, 26 minutes total).
American professional golfer Arnold Palmer uses a Learjet 36 aircraft to establish a new round-the-world record travelling 22,894 miles (36990 km) in a 48 hours, 48 minutes flight time (57 hours, 26 minutes total).
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1977
April 15, USA
The FAA certifies operation of Learjet aircraft to 51,000 feet, the highest in civil aviation. The supersonic Concorde is the only other civilian aircraft certified for such an altitude.
The FAA certifies operation of Learjet aircraft to 51,000 feet, the highest in civil aviation. The supersonic Concorde is the only other civilian aircraft certified for such an altitude.
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1978
November 8, Canada
First flight of the Challenger 600 business jet designed by Bill Lear and manufactured by Canadair. It is a major technological advancement with its wide fuselage, advanced technology airfoil, high-bypass fan-jet engines and sophisticated electronic systems.
First flight of the Challenger 600 business jet designed by Bill Lear and manufactured by Canadair. It is a major technological advancement with its wide fuselage, advanced technology airfoil, high-bypass fan-jet engines and sophisticated electronic systems.
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1979
January, USA
The FAA certifies the Learjet 28/29 series, the world's first production airplane with winglets.
The FAA certifies the Learjet 28/29 series, the world's first production airplane with winglets.
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1979
February 21
Astronaut Neil Armstrong and test pilot Pete Reynolds fly the Learjet Longhorn 28 to 15,000 meters (50,000 feet) in 12 minutes, 26 seconds, establishing five world records.
Astronaut Neil Armstrong and test pilot Pete Reynolds fly the Learjet Longhorn 28 to 15,000 meters (50,000 feet) in 12 minutes, 26 seconds, establishing five world records.
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1979
April 19, USA
Maiden flight of the Learjet 55 aircraft, the company's first medium sized jet.
Maiden flight of the Learjet 55 aircraft, the company's first medium sized jet.
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1980
Canada
Challenger 600 business jet flight training starts at the Flightsafety Canada Learning Centre in Montréal, and technical training begins at the Canadair plant.
Challenger 600 business jet flight training starts at the Flightsafety Canada Learning Centre in Montréal, and technical training begins at the Canadair plant.
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1980
March 28
The 1,000th Learjet aircraft is delivered to the Eaton Corporation of Cleveland, Ohio.
The 1,000th Learjet aircraft is delivered to the Eaton Corporation of Cleveland, Ohio.
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1981
USA
Hartford facility begins operations as a Challenger aircraft maintenance site.
Hartford facility begins operations as a Challenger aircraft maintenance site.
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1983
May
The Learjet 55LR aircraft sets a world speed record by flying from Los Angeles to Paris in 12 hours, 37 minutes with one refueling stop.
The Learjet 55LR aircraft sets a world speed record by flying from Los Angeles to Paris in 12 hours, 37 minutes with one refueling stop.
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1983
June 20, Canada
Initial flight of the Dash-8 Series 100, short-haul aircraft, leads the way in the development of a new generation turboprop regional airliners.
Initial flight of the Dash-8 Series 100, short-haul aircraft, leads the way in the development of a new generation turboprop regional airliners.
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1984
August 24
A Canadair Challenger 601 business jet arrives in London from Calgary, setting a world distance record for a business jet, at 4,364.2 miles (6,982 km).
A Canadair Challenger 601 business jet arrives in London from Calgary, setting a world distance record for a business jet, at 4,364.2 miles (6,982 km).
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1985
De Havilland signs with Flight Safety International to build a state-of-the-art training centre, including classroom and flight simulator facilities for corporate, military and airline customers.
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1986
Bombardier employs 12,000 people, has manufacturing facilities in eight countries and more than 60 markets.
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1986
June, USA
The 1,500th Learjet aircraft is delivered.
The 1,500th Learjet aircraft is delivered.
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1986
August 18, Canada
Bombardier enters the aerospace industry, signing a letter of intent for the acquisition of Canadair from the Canadian government.
Bombardier enters the aerospace industry, signing a letter of intent for the acquisition of Canadair from the Canadian government.
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1987
October
The Bombardier Board of Directors authorizes the advanced design and development of a regional jetliner, the Canadair Regional Jet.
The Bombardier Board of Directors authorizes the advanced design and development of a regional jetliner, the Canadair Regional Jet.
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1988
September, USA
The FAA certifies the Learjet 31 and 55C models, the first business aircraft to incorporate delta fins.
The FAA certifies the Learjet 31 and 55C models, the first business aircraft to incorporate delta fins.
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1989
October 4, Northern Ireland
Bombardier signs the purchase agreement of Short Brothers from the government of Northern Ireland.
Bombardier signs the purchase agreement of Short Brothers from the government of Northern Ireland.
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1990
June 29, USA
Bombardier acquires the assets of the Learjet Corporation, headquartered in Wichita, Kansas.
Bombardier acquires the assets of the Learjet Corporation, headquartered in Wichita, Kansas.
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1991
June, USA
The Bombardier Flight Test Center is established in Wichita.
The Bombardier Flight Test Center is established in Wichita.
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1991
June 13, USA
Inaugural flight of the Learjet 60, a midsize cabin, business jet with a range of 2,740 nautical miles (5,074 km).
Inaugural flight of the Learjet 60, a midsize cabin, business jet with a range of 2,740 nautical miles (5,074 km).
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1992
March 9
Bombardier finalizes the purchase of Boeing's de Havilland Division, the equity of which is shared by Bombardier (51%) and the Province of Ontario (49%).
Bombardier finalizes the purchase of Boeing's de Havilland Division, the equity of which is shared by Bombardier (51%) and the Province of Ontario (49%).
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1993
November, Canada
The Bombardier Aerospace Group inaugurates its new administrative centre.
The Bombardier Aerospace Group inaugurates its new administrative centre.
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1993
December 20, Canada
Launch of the Bombardier Global Express program.
Launch of the Bombardier Global Express program.
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1994
Bombardier employs 36,500 people in eight countries, including 24,000 in the aerospace sector.
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1994
September 18
First flight of the Challenger 604 prototype, a major upgrade of the Challenger 601 design.
First flight of the Challenger 604 prototype, a major upgrade of the Challenger 601 design.
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1995
Bombardier's labor force reaches 37,000 people.
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1995
USA
Bombardier starts to operate its Fort Lauderdale Service Center for Learjet and Challenger aircraft customers.
Bombardier starts to operate its Fort Lauderdale Service Center for Learjet and Challenger aircraft customers.
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1995
USA
The Hartford facility begins offering factory-backed services to Learjet aircraft customers.
The Hartford facility begins offering factory-backed services to Learjet aircraft customers.
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1995
May, USA
Bombardier launches the Flexjet fractional ownership program, an innovative private business jet solution for individuals and companies, based in Dallas, Texas.
Bombardier launches the Flexjet fractional ownership program, an innovative private business jet solution for individuals and companies, based in Dallas, Texas.
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1995
October, Canada
Bombardier opens four simulator bay, state-of-the-art, business and regional aircraft training facilities in Montréal.
Bombardier opens four simulator bay, state-of-the-art, business and regional aircraft training facilities in Montréal.
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1995
October 7, USA
First flight of the Learjet 45 mid-sized business jet aircraft prototype, 32 years to the day after the first Learjet aircraft took flight.
First flight of the Learjet 45 mid-sized business jet aircraft prototype, 32 years to the day after the first Learjet aircraft took flight.
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1996
October 13, Canada
First flight of the Bombardier Global Express ultra long-range corporate high speed jet aircraft.
First flight of the Bombardier Global Express ultra long-range corporate high speed jet aircraft.
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1997
January 28, Canada
Bombardier acquires the de Havilland shares held by the Ontario government.
Bombardier acquires the de Havilland shares held by the Ontario government.
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1997
February 22
A 98,000 square foot expansion of the Bombardier Flight Test Center is officially observed with a ceremony.
A 98,000 square foot expansion of the Bombardier Flight Test Center is officially observed with a ceremony.
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1997
March
Bombardier Aerospace introduces Six Sigma training.
Bombardier Aerospace introduces Six Sigma training.
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1997
June 12
The 100th Learjet 60 aircraft sets a record between Pittsburgh and Paris, taking 8 hours, 1 minute to cover the distance of 3,452 nautical miles (6,394 km).
The 100th Learjet 60 aircraft sets a record between Pittsburgh and Paris, taking 8 hours, 1 minute to cover the distance of 3,452 nautical miles (6,394 km).
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1999
As part of a team led by Raytheon Systems, Bombardier wins UK's ASTOR competition, supplying five Global Express aircraft to the Royal Airforce program.
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1999
August 20
The 2,000th Learjet aircraft, a new Learjet 45 model, is delivered to Parker Hannifin Aerospace.
The 2,000th Learjet aircraft, a new Learjet 45 model, is delivered to Parker Hannifin Aerospace.
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2000
Bombardier acquires Skyjet.com, a pioneer in real-time online air charter reservations.
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2000
USA
Bombardier's Dallas Service Center opens its doors at the Dallas Love Field airport
Bombardier's Dallas Service Center opens its doors at the Dallas Love Field airport
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2001
Canada
Pierre Beaudoin is appointed President and Chief Operating Officer of Bombardier Aerospace.
Pierre Beaudoin is appointed President and Chief Operating Officer of Bombardier Aerospace.
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2001
Fort Lauderdale Service Center expands to include Global Express aircraft customer service.
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2001
August 14, Canada
First flight of Bombardier's Continental (later renamed Challenger 300) super-midsized transcontinental jet.
First flight of Bombardier's Continental (later renamed Challenger 300) super-midsized transcontinental jet.
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2002
July 21, USA
Launch of the light Learjet 40 and super light Learjet 45 XR aircraft.
Launch of the light Learjet 40 and super light Learjet 45 XR aircraft.
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2002
August, Canada
Bombardier Aerospace launches the Customer Response Center in Montréal and Mirabel.
Bombardier Aerospace launches the Customer Response Center in Montréal and Mirabel.
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2003
October 6, Canada
Bombardier Aerospace introduces the new Global Express XRS ultra long-range business aircraft.
Bombardier Aerospace introduces the new Global Express XRS ultra long-range business aircraft.
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2003
December 7
Aviation celebrates 100 years of flight.
Aviation celebrates 100 years of flight.
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2004
Renewal of 10-year flight and technical training agreement between Bombardier and FlightSafety International.
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2004
October
Bombardier relocates interior completions from Tucson, AZ, to the Learjet integrated manufacturing facility in Wichita, KS. The Challenger 300 aircraft is relocated to Dorval, Canada.
Bombardier relocates interior completions from Tucson, AZ, to the Learjet integrated manufacturing facility in Wichita, KS. The Challenger 300 aircraft is relocated to Dorval, Canada.
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2005
January
First flight of Global XRS.
First flight of Global XRS.
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2005
April
First delivery of Global 5000.
First delivery of Global 5000.
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2005
April
Bombardier Aerospace opens a new spare parts depot in Chicago, IL, and Frankfurt, Germany.
Bombardier Aerospace opens a new spare parts depot in Chicago, IL, and Frankfurt, Germany.
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2005
May 17, Canada
Bombardier introduces three new corporate shuttle models: the Challenger 850, 870 and 890.
Bombardier introduces three new corporate shuttle models: the Challenger 850, 870 and 890.
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2005
September 7, USA
Bombardier Aerospace inaugurates its high-volume 238,000-square-foot (22,110 m2) aircraft parts distribution warehouse in Chicago.
Bombardier Aerospace inaugurates its high-volume 238,000-square-foot (22,110 m2) aircraft parts distribution warehouse in Chicago.
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2005
October 26, Mexico
Bombardier Aerospace announces the establishment of a manufacturing facility in Querétaro.
Bombardier Aerospace announces the establishment of a manufacturing facility in Querétaro.
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2005
November
Challenger 605 program launch.
Challenger 605 program launch.
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2005
November
First delivery of Global XRS.
First delivery of Global XRS.
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2005
December
First delivery of Learjet 40 XR.
First delivery of Learjet 40 XR.
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2006
Learjet 60 sets first world speed record from Cape Town to Johannesburg in two hours and 59 minutes.
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2006
January
First flight of Challenger 605.
First flight of Challenger 605.
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2006
November
First delivery of Challenger 850.
First delivery of Challenger 850.
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2007
Learjet 60 sets world speed record in Middle East. Flying Jeddah to Dubai non stop in exactly two hours. Second record in just four months!
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2007
Program launch of Learjet 85.
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2007
150th Challenger 300 delivered to Flexjet.
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2007
January
First delivery of Challenger 605.
First delivery of Challenger 605.
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2008
200th Challenger 300 delivered to VistaJet.
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2008
100th delivery of Learjet 40 XR.
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2009
October 26
Global Express XRS sets a new speed record, flying non-stop from Mexico City to Paris in just ten hours (4,994 nm).
Global Express XRS sets a new speed record, flying non-stop from Mexico City to Paris in just ten hours (4,994 nm).
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2010
100th delivery of Challenger 605.
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2010
400th delivery of Global business jet.
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2011
100th delivery of Global 5000.
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2011
May
Challenger 300 business jet fleet surpasses 1 million hours of in-flight service.
Challenger 300 business jet fleet surpasses 1 million hours of in-flight service.
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2012
400th Learjet 60 XR aircraft enters service with Cinepolis.
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2012
May
Program launch of the Learjet 70 and Learjet 75 business aircraft.
Program launch of the Learjet 70 and Learjet 75 business aircraft.
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