Montréal, May 10, 2013 – Bombardier Aerospace announced today that just one year after launching the Learjet 70 and Learjet 75 aircraft, it is returning to this year’s edition of EBACE with the first production Learjet 75 jet. Alongside the debutante will be three additional class-leading jets. The Challenger 300, Challenger 605 and Global 6000 aircraft will all be on display from May 21 – May 23, 2013 in Geneva, Switzerland at the 13th European Business Aviation Conference and Exhibition.
“This year’s edition of EBACE will once again highlight Bombardier’s leadership in the industry,” said Steve Ridolfi, President, Bombardier Business Aircraft. “The debut of the Learjet 75 aircraft marks another exciting year of innovation and we look forward to delivering the first aircraft in the fourth quarter of this year.”
Growing Support Network to Put Customers First
Bombardier Customer Services team members will be on hand to highlight the continuing growth of its comprehensive support network. Within the past year, the team has converted its Frankfurt parts depot to a full-service hub to accommodate a wider range of parts transactions, opened a business aircraft-focused Regional Support Office in Farnborough, U.K. and continued to drive greater volume and capabilities at its wholly owned Service Centre in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Bombardier Aircraft on Static Display at EBACE 2013
Learjet 75 aircraft: The Learjet 75 jet features the pioneering Bombardier Vision Flight Deck with an interior influenced from its bigger stablemate, the Learjet 85 aircraft. This jet will soar above the traffic with a maximum altitude of 51,000 ft (15,545 m) and is capable of flying more than 2,000nm (3,704km)* between Geneva and Cairo non-stop*.
Challenger 300 aircraft: The dependable Challenger 300 jet offers true transcontinental range and superior long-range cruise speed, with eight-to-10 passengers. Its 3,065nm (5,646km) range connects Geneva with Dubai non-stop and NBAA IFR reserves. Its superior airfield performance allows it to operate out of 5,000 ft (1,524 m) runways with ease*. The Challenger 300 jet offers the best performance and value in its class, combined with a dispatch reliability that has consistently been above 99.7 per cent, it has exceeded customer expectations since its entry-into-service in 2004.
Challenger 605 aircraft: The revered Challenger 605 jet builds upon the legacy of productivity, quality and reliability of its predecessor, the peerless Challenger 604 jet. Leading its market share segment throughout the world, the Challenger 605 aircraft features one of the widest stand-up cabins of any large category business jet available today and can soar six passengers 4,000 nm (7,408 km) from Geneva to Montreal*.
Global 6000 aircraft: The Global 6000 jet’s large cabin size and levels of comfort, combined with an optional stand-up shower and the Bombardier Vision Flight Deck, offers a perfect blend of high-speed range capability and traveller comfort. Offering the ultimate in technology, this intrepid jet can link Geneva with Tokyo and Geneva with São Paulo, non-stop, with eight passengers and three to four crew aboard*.
Confirmed Media Activities
Monday, May 20, 2013, 11:00 – 12:00
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 10:00 – 11:00
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Wednesday, May 22, 2013 16:30 – 18:30
Customer Services Cocktail
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About Bombardier
Bombardier is the world’s only manufacturer of both planes and trains. Looking far ahead while delivering today, Bombardier is evolving mobility worldwide by answering the call for more efficient, sustainable and enjoyable transportation everywhere. Our vehicles, services and, most of all, our employees are what make us a global leader in transportation.
Bombardier is headquartered in Montréal, Canada. Our shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD) and we are listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability World and North America Indexes. In the fiscal year ended December 31, 2012, we posted revenues of $16.8 billion. News and information are available at bombardier.com or follow us on Twitter @Bombardier.
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Montréal, April 9, 2013 – Bombardier Aerospace announced today that the cabin mock-up of the new Learjet 75 aircraft will make its Mexican debut in Toluca, Mexico from April 18-27, 2013.
Launched in May 2012, alongside the new Learjet 70 aircraft, the Learjet 75 aircraft is due to enter service later this year and builds on legendary Learjet strengths and successes while leveraging certain Learjet 85 aircraft technology. The Learjet 75 aircraft mock-up will be on display during the 10th edition of Aero Expo in Toluca, Mexico, from April 18-20, 2013, and for an extended display period in Toluca at Assertec’s hangar facilities from April 20-27, 2013.
“The Learjet 75 aircraft represents the combination of Learjet heritage, technology and design innovations Bombardier is known for,” said Saul Arceo, Sales Director, Mexico and Central America, Bombardier Business Aircraft. “Learjet is already a leader in Mexico and this new aircraft, featuring the Bombardier Vision Flight Deck, a new interior and superior performance, will take its leadership even further. Bombardier, with the broadest product portfolio in the industry, is committed to offering Mexican customers the best product to fulfill their travel needs.”
Performance
The aircraft will have enhanced performance through an engine thrust increase with an improved Honeywell engine, offering improved takeoff field length performance over its predecessor. The new systems will also contribute to weight savings gain and the new canted winglets will improve aerodynamic efficiency. Overall, up to a nine per cent improvement in field performance under hot and high conditions* and up to a four per cent improvement in fuel efficiency are expected.
Cabin
Based on the Learjet 85 aircraft interior design and technology, the Learjet 70 and Learjet 75 aircraft include: improved comfort and styling of the seats; cabin management system featuring individual touchscreen monitors with full audio and video control; LED lighting throughout the entire aircraft; a generous baggage suite and a spacious galley for optimized catering; work and storage space.
The advanced connectivity options of the Learjet 70 and Learjet 75 aircraft will ensure the highest levels of convenience.
Bombardier Vision Flight Deck
A breakthrough in business aviation, the Bombardier Vision Flight Deck is designed to deliver a completely new cockpit experience. By combining the best in technological advancements with superior design aesthetics, it provides pilots flying Bombardier’s Learjet 70 and Learjet 75 aircraft an unprecedented level of control and comfort. The Bombardier Vision Flight Deck for Learjet 70 and Learjet 75 aircraft will feature the fully integrated Garmin G5000 digital avionics suite, designed with leading edge technology and one of the most intuitive crew interfaces available.
Operating Costs
Upon entry-into-service, the aircraft will be supported by a maintenance program designed to allow customers to operate to a generous 600 flight hour fixed inspection interval at Bombardier’s growing worldwide Customer Services infrastructure. In addition, direct operating costs will be reduced as a result of performance efficiency gains.
Learjet 75 aircraft: The Learjet 75 jet features the pioneering Bombardier Vision Flight Deck with an interior influenced by its bigger stablemate, the Learjet 85 aircraft. This jet will soar above the traffic with a maximum altitude of 51,000 ft. (15,545 m), is capable of flying more than 2,000 nm (3,704 km)* and is able to fly non-stop from Toluca to New York*.
About Bombardier
Bombardier is the world’s only manufacturer of both planes and trains. Looking far ahead while delivering today, Bombardier is evolving mobility worldwide by answering the call for more efficient, sustainable and enjoyable transportation everywhere. Our vehicles, services and, most of all, our employees are what make us a global leader in transportation.
Bombardier is headquartered in Montréal, Canada. Our shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD) and we are listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability World and North America Indexes. In the fiscal year ended December 31, 2012, we posted revenues of $16.8 billion. News and information are available at bombardier.com or follow us on Twitter @Bombardier.
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Montréal, April 8, 2013 –Bombardier Aerospace announced today that Safety Standdown Asia will return to Shanghai, China for its third edition, in conjunction with the annual Asian Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition (ABACE). The highly acclaimed seminar will take place on April 15, 2013 at the Shanghai Marriott Hotel Hongqiao.
The pioneering approach to safety training provides pilots, aircrew and flight departments with insight into the factors that precipitate errors in judgment and highlights ways to mitigate them. Focusing on the human factors behind safety in the aircraft, the seminar format combines knowledge-based and skill-based training with a line-up of internationally recognized speakers and presenters.
“As the business aviation market continues to grow in Asia, ABACE provides us with the perfect venue to share and strengthen the principles of Safety Standdown with a wide audience of professional aviators,” said Puja Mahajan, Director, Flight Operations, Bombardier Business Aircraft. “With safety being a top priority for business aviation, we’re confident that this unique and essential knowledge-based training will offer some of the most relevant and timely safety information available today to a growing audience in China.”
This year’s Asia edition of Safety Standdown will feature internationally esteemed presenters including: Honorable Robert Sumwalt, Member of the National Transportation Safety Board on safety culture; Mr. Kent Jackson, Jackson & Wade, LLC, on criminalization in aviation; Mr. Pat Daily, Executive Vice President, Convergent Performance, LLC, on fatigue and health; Dr. Dan Boedigheimer, Consultant, Convergent Performance, LLC, on Safety Management Systems integration; Kate Kung-McIntyre, Assistant Dean of Business School, Wichita State University, on application of knowledge and Captain Jason Karadimas, Bombardier Flight Operations, on human factors in aviation.
Safety Standdown is not only the first program of its kind that is developed primarily for professionals in the aviation industry, but also the only safety event held in Asia that has an exclusive focus on this industry. The world-class conference provides an unprecedented insight into the human factors that cause errors and the latest training approaches, beyond the regulatory skill-based training, in order to avoid them. This initiative can benefit all operators – irrespective of the type of aircraft they fly or its manufacturer – as they can discover first-hand how they can apply the latest safety intelligence and expertise to their operations.
Bombardier pioneering safety worldwide
Originally conceived in 1996 as a safety-training event for the Learjet flight demonstration team, the conference quickly garnered a reputation for excellence beyond Bombardier’s customer base. In 1999, Bombardier opened the seminar to all pilots – corporate, commercial or military – in response to growing interest. Bombardier has elected to offer this training free-of-charge to all participants, in order to further endorse the program.
Safety Standdown has been endorsed by top aeronautical training institutions for the quality and depth of its content. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and NBAA Certified Aviation Manager (CAM) offer continuing education credits to all attendees. As of October 2012, more than 6,300 pilots, crew members, safety specialists and industry officials have graduated from Safety Standdown.
On-line registration and additional details are available at www.safetystanddown.com.
About Bombardier
Bombardier is the world’s only manufacturer of both planes and trains. Looking far ahead while delivering today, Bombardier is evolving mobility worldwide by answering the call for more efficient, sustainable and enjoyable transportation everywhere. Our vehicles, services and, most of all, our employees are what make us a global leader in transportation.
Bombardier is headquartered in Montréal, Canada. Our shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD) and we are listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability World and North America Indexes. In the fiscal year ended December 31, 2012, we posted revenues of $16.8billion. News and information are available at bombardier.com or follow us on Twitter @Bombardier.
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Information and registration:
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Agenda:
Following Opening Remarks
Human Factors in Aviation, Why it’s Important:
Capt. Jason Karadimas, Bombardier Flight Operations
A Practical Look at the road to Safety Culture:
Honorable Robert Sumwalt, Member of the National Transportation Safety Board in the U.S.
Criminalization in Aviation:
Mr. Kent Jackson, Jackson & Wade, LLC
Mind-Body Link:
Mr. Pat Daily, Convergent Performance, LLC
Safety Management System Integration:
Dr. Dan Boedigheimer, Ph.D, Convergent Performance, LLC
Seminar Summary, Applying what you have learned:
Ms. Kate Kung-McIntyre, Assistant Dean of Business School, Wichita State University
Seminar materials will be distributed at registration and are compliments of Bombardier.
Montréal, April 8, 2013 – Bombardier Aerospace announced today that it will showcase two of its class-defining business aircraft at this year’s Asian Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition (ABACE) show at Shanghai’s Hongqiao airport in China from April 16-18, 2013. On display will be two jets, the Challenger 605 and Global 6000 aircraft.
“Bombardier is delighted to once again have the opportunity to showcase its products at ABACE”, said Michael Han, Regional Vice President, Sales, China. “With over 90 business jets based in China and offices in Shanghai, Beijing and Hong Kong, Bombardier is well-positioned to further reinforce its position in the region as a world-class provider of efficiency-enhancing business aircraft.”
Challenger 605 aircraft: The revered Challenger 605 jet builds upon the legacy of productivity, quality and reliability of its predecessor, the peerless Challenger 604 jet, leading its market share segment throughout the world. Featuring one of the widest stand-up cabins of any large category business jet available today, it can soar six passengers 4,000 nm (7,408 km) from Hong Kong to Dubai*.
Global 6000 aircraft: The Global 6000 jet’s unrivalled cabin size and levels of comfort combined with an optional stand-up shower and the Bombardier Vision Flight Deck means no other purpose built business jet comes close in terms of high-speed range capability and traveler comfort. Offering the ultimate in technology, this intrepid jet can link Shanghai with San Francisco, non-stop, with
eight passengers and three to four crew*.
About Bombardier
Bombardier is the world’s only manufacturer of both planes and trains. Looking far ahead while delivering today, Bombardier is evolving mobility worldwide by answering the call for more efficient, sustainable and enjoyable transportation everywhere. Our vehicles, services and, most of all, our employees are what make us a global leader in transportation.
Bombardier is headquartered in Montréal, Canada. Our shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD) and we are listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability World and North America indexes. In the fiscal year ended December 31, 2012, we posted revenues of $16.8 billion USD. News and information are available at bombardier.com or follow us on Twitter @Bombardier.
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Montréal, March 28, 2013 – Bombardier Aerospace announced today that it will be extending the warranty of its Challenger 605 aircraft. Specifically, the basic warranty of its Challenger 605 business aircraft will be enhanced from the current three years or 3,000 hours to five years or 5,000 hours*.,000 hours to five years or 5,000 hours*.
warranty of its Challenger 605 business aircraft will be enhanced from the current three years or 3,000 hours to five years or 5,000 hours*.,000 hours to five years or 5,000 hours*.
"Customer satisfaction is our top priority," said Michel Ouellette, Vice President and General Manager, Challenger, Bombardier Business Aircraft. "We listened to our customers’ feedback and by improving our Challenger 605 aircraft warranty, we are confident that we will further enhance our customers’ experiences."
The new warranty will be standard on all Challenger 605 aircraft delivered after April 1, 2013. The basic warranty includes: systems and components coverage, which has been increased to five years or 5,000 hours, avionics remains unchanged at five years with no flight hour limitations; APU coverage is now at five years or 5,000 hours. In addition, primary structure will remain at 10 years or 10,000 hours, while engine remains unchanged at five years or 2,500 hours directly from the original equipment manufacturer and completion work warranty unchanged at two years, however the flight hour restriction has been completely removed.
Challenger 605 aircraft: The revered Challenger 605 jet builds upon the legacy of productivity, quality and reliability of its predecessor, the peerless Challenger 604 jet, leading its market share segment throughout the world. Featuring one of the widest stand-up cabins of any large category business aircraft available today, it can soar six passengers 4,000 nm (7,408 km); from Montreal to Rome, and from London to New York**
Challenger 605 aircraft: The revered Challenger 605 jet builds upon the legacy of productivity, quality and reliability of its predecessor, the peerless Challenger 604 jet, leading its market share segment throughout the world. Featuring one of the widest stand-up cabins of any large category business aircraft available today, it can soar six passengers 4,000 nm (7,408 km); from Montreal to Rome, and from London to New York**
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"Customer satisfaction is our top priority," said Michel Ouellette, Vice President and General Manager, Challenger, Bombardier Business Aircraft. "We listened to our customers’ feedback and by improving our Challenger 605 aircraft warranty, we are confident that we will further enhance our customers’ experiences."
The new warranty will be standard on all Challenger 605 aircraft delivered after April 1, 2013. The basic warranty includes: systems and components coverage, which has been increased to five years or 5,000 hours, avionics remains unchanged at five years with no flight hour limitations; APU coverage is now at five years or 5,000 hours. In addition, primary structure will remain at 10 years or 10,000 hours, while engine remains unchanged at five years or 2,500 hours directly from the original equipment manufacturer and completion work warranty unchanged at two years, however the flight hour restriction has been completely removed.
Challenger 605 aircraft: The revered Challenger 605 jet builds upon the legacy of productivity, quality and reliability of its predecessor, the peerless Challenger 604 jet, leading its market share segment throughout the world. Featuring one of the widest stand-up cabins of any large category business aircraft available today, it can soar six passengers 4,000 nm (7,408 km); from Montreal to Rome, and from London to New York**
Challenger 605 aircraft: The revered Challenger 605 jet builds upon the legacy of productivity, quality and reliability of its predecessor, the peerless Challenger 604 jet, leading its market share segment throughout the world. Featuring one of the widest stand-up cabins of any large category business aircraft available today, it can soar six passengers 4,000 nm (7,408 km); from Montreal to Rome, and from London to New York**
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About Bombardier
Bombardier is the world’s only manufacturer of both planes and trains. Looking far ahead while delivering today, Bombardier is evolving mobility worldwide by answering the call for more efficient, sustainable and enjoyable transportation everywhere. Our vehicles, services and, most of all, our employees are what make us a global leader in transportation.
Bombardier is headquartered in Montréal, Canada. Our shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD) and we are listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability World and North America indexes. In the fiscal year ended December 31, 2012, we posted revenues of $16.8 billion USD. News and information are available at Bombardier is headquartered in Montréal, Canada. Our shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD) and we are listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability World and North America indexes. In the fiscal year ended December 31, 2012, we posted revenues of $16.8 billion USD. News and information are available at
bombardier.com or follow us on Twitter @Bombardier
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Montréal, February 28, 2013 – Bombardier Aerospace today confirmed that CDB Leasing Co., Ltd. (“CDB Leasing”), a subsidiary of China Development Bank (“CDB”), is the ultimate beneficial owner of the entity previously unidentified as the customer who placed an order for five Global 6000 jets on December 21, 2012. The firm order is valued at approximately $293 million US based on the 2012 list price for typically equipped aircraft.
“We are honoured that CDB has put its trust in our products,” said Steve Ridolfi, President, Bombardier Business Aircraft. “Our Global aircraft are renowned in China and worldwide for their unparalleled performance, comfort and range. We are delighted that once again, Bombardier products are selected for key business expansion by business leaders in China”.
CDB Leasing is known to be the sole leasing arm of CDB, as well as the first leasing company in China with the largest asset value. Aviation leasing is CDB Leasing’s core and most mature business sector with international reach. CDB was established by the Chinese government to support the country’s economic development. The institution provides medium to long-term financing facilities that assist in the development of a robust economy and a healthy, prosperous community. It aligns its business focus with national economic strategy and allocates resources to break though bottlenecks in China’s economic and social development.
“We are very positive about the general aviation market, especially in China,” said Mr. Wang Chong, Chairman, CDB Leasing. “The relationship between CDB Leasing and Bombardier on Global 6000 jets is also the beginning of our new endeavour in the business aviation industry. The advantage of CDB Leasing in the financial area and its worldwide platform will further highlight Bombardier’s business aircraft portfolio in the Chinese market.”
Global 6000 aircraft: The Global 6000 jet’s unrivalled cabin size and level of comfort, combined with an optional stand-up shower and the Bombardier Vision Flight Deck, means no other purpose-built business jet comes close in terms of high-speed range capability and traveller comfort. Offering the ultimate in technology, this intrepid jet can link Beijing with Los Angeles non-stop, with eight passengers and three to four crew*.
About Bombardier
Bombardier is the world’s only manufacturer of both planes and trains. Looking far ahead while delivering today, Bombardier is evolving mobility worldwide by answering the call for more efficient, sustainable and enjoyable transportation everywhere. Our vehicles, services and, most of all, our employees are what make us a global leader in transportation.
Bombardier is headquartered in Montréal, Canada. Our shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD) and we are listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability World and North America indexes. In the fiscal year ended December 31, 2012, we posted revenues of $16.8 billion USD. News and information are available at bombardier.com or follow us on Twitter @Bombardier.
About CDB Leasing
CDB Leasing Co., Ltd. is the largest leasing company registered in China with the biggest registered capital and asset size. By the end of 2012, its total assets amounted to 140.887 billion CNY. CDB Leasing adheres to specialized business development, with overwhelming superiority in professional leasing areas of aviation, commercial vehicle, engineering machinery, etc. Focusing in China and serving globally, CDB Leasing is committed to become “a leading leasing company in China” with “top quality assets, steady returns and a strong international reputation”.
Currently, CDB Leasing has established strategic cooperation relationships with over 40 airlines and aviation manufacturers both at home and abroad. By the end of 2012, CDB Leasing has deployed a total of 145 aircraft of different types to 37 airlines in 20 countries and regions. CDB Leasing ranks among the world’s top 12 professional aviation leasing companies, merely with the business value of its aircraft assets. It holds the third largest aircraft leasing market share in the Chinese market (just next to the most well-known aircraft leasing companies – ILFC and GECAS).
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Montréal, February 26, 2013 – Bombardier Aerospace announced today that it will highlight its class-leading Global 6000 business jet at the 2013 Avalon airshow in Melbourne, Australia from February 26 to March 3, 2013.
“The Australian market fully understands the advantage that a business aircraft offers,” explained Nilesh Pattanayak, Regional Vice President, Sales, Asia Pacific, Bombardier Business Aircraft. “Bombardier is the market leader in Australia with a 39 per cent market share, and our Global aircraft family leads the large cabin and long-range segment with a 58 per cent market share. In addition, while long-range aircraft have traditionally been favoured, there is an ever increasing interest in light and medium jets such as our Learjet and Challenger aircraft families.”
“2012 was a strong year for Bombardier, as we captured 65 per cent of new business aircraft orders worldwide,” added Mr. Pattanayak. “We have been seeing tremendous momentum with our Global jet family, and we look forward to showcasing to customers just why these aircraft are the clear leaders in their segments.”
Global 6000 aircraft: The Global 6000 jet’s unrivalled cabin size and level of comfort combined with an optional stand-up shower and the Bombardier Vision Flight Deck means no other purpose built business jet comes close in terms of high-speed range capability and traveller comfort. Offering the ultimate in technology, this intrepid jet can link Melbourne with Beijing or Honolulu, non-stop, with eight passengers and three to four crew*.
About Bombardier
Bombardier is the world’s only manufacturer of both planes and trains. Looking far ahead while delivering today, Bombardier is evolving mobility worldwide by answering the call for more efficient, sustainable and enjoyable transportation everywhere. Our vehicles, services and, most of all, our employees are what make us a global leader in transportation.
Bombardier is headquartered in Montréal, Canada. Our shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD) and we are listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability World and North America Indexes. In the fiscal year ended December 31, 2012, we posted revenues of $16.8 billion. News and information are available at bombardier.com or follow us on Twitter @Bombardier.
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Montréal, February 20, 2013 – Bombardier Aerospace announced today that it will display a Global 6000 jet at this year’s Abu Dhabi Air Expo, which will be held at Al Bateen Airport, Abu Dhabi's dedicated business aviation airport, from March 5 to March 7, 2013.
“The Middle East remains hungry for business aviation,” said Khader Mattar, Regional Vice President, Sales, Middle East and Africa, Bombardier Business Aircraft. “As the economies continue to grow and the need for global and regional corporate travel increases in the region, the value of a business jet is now well established beyond that of the private individual. It’s an exciting time for business aviation and we are keen to play our part in further helping business aviation reach more people.”
Global 6000 aircraft: The Global 6000 jet’s unrivalled cabin size and level of comfort combined with an optional stand-up shower and the Bombardier Vision Flight Deck means no other purpose-built business jet comes close in terms of high-speed range capability and traveller comfort. Offering the ultimate in technology, this intrepid jet can link Abu Dhabi with London or Singapore, non-stop, with eight passengers and three to four crew*.
About Bombardier
Bombardier is the world’s only manufacturer of both planes and trains. Looking far ahead while delivering today, Bombardier is evolving mobility worldwide by answering the call for more efficient, sustainable and enjoyable transportation everywhere. Our vehicles, services and, most of all, our employees are what make us a global leader in transportation.
Bombardier is headquartered in Montréal, Canada. Our shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD) and we are listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability World and North America indexes. In the fiscal year ended December 31, 2011, we posted revenues of $18.3 billion USD. News and information are available at bombardier.com or follow us on Twitter @Bombardier.
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Montréal, January 23, 2013 – Bombardier Aerospace announced today that it will showcase two of its class-defining jets at this year’s Aero India airshow in Bangalore, India from February 6 to February 11, 2013. On display will be the Challenger 605 and Global 6000 business jets.
Bombardier Specialized and Amphibious Aircraft will also be promoting its services and aircraft at the airshow. For over forty years, Bombardier has provided governments and governmental agencies around the world with over 300 modified aircraft that meet the most demanding mission requirements. Whether it’s a C4ISR aircraft, Maritime Patrol Aircraft, Airway Calibration or VIP Platform from design to delivery, Bombardier is dedicated to meeting the needs of its customers through its comprehensive range of aircraft, including the Learjet, Challenger and Global family of jets as well as its superior turboprop aircraft. It also markets the Bombardier 415 aircraft, the most advanced purpose-designed amphibious firefighting aircraft. This aircraft has also proven ideal for maritime missions, which include search and rescue, coastal patrol, disaster response and utility transport.
Challenger 605 aircraft: The revered Challenger 605 jet builds upon the legacy of productivity, quality and reliability of its predecessor, the peerless Challenger 604 jet, leading its market share segment throughout the world. Featuring one of the widest stand-up cabins of any large category business jet available today it can soar six passengers 4,000 nm (7,408 km); from Mumbai to Athens, and also from Kolkata to Darwin*.
Global 6000 aircraft: The Global 6000 jet’s unrivalled cabin size and levels of comfort combined with an optional stand-up shower and the Bombardier Vision Flight Deck means no other purpose-built business jet comes close in terms of high-speed range capability and traveller comfort. Offering the ultimate in technology, this intrepid jet can link Mumbai with London and Kolkata with Sydney, non-stop, with eight passengers and three to four crew*.
*Under certain operating conditions.
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Montréal, January 22, 2013 – Bombardier Aerospace announced today that it has received full certification for its Global 6000 jet from the Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil in Brazil.
Global 6000 aircraft: The Global 6000 jet’s unrivalled cabin size and levels of comfort combined with an optional stand-up shower and the Bombardier Vision Flight Deck means no other purpose built business jet comes close in terms of high-speed range capability and traveller comfort. Offering the ultimate in technology, this intrepid jet can link Sao Paulo with London, New York and Cairo, non-stop, with eight passengers and three to four crew*.
*Under certain operating conditions.
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Montréal, December 21, 2012 – Bombardier Aerospace announced today that it has received orders for a total of five Global 6000 business jets from an undisclosed customer. The transaction is valued at approximately $293 million US based on the 2012 list price for typically equipped aircraft.
Global 6000 aircraft: The Global 6000 jet’s unrivalled cabin size and levels of comfort combined with a stand-up shower* and the Bombardier Vision Flight Deck means no other purpose-built business jet comes close in terms of high-speed range capability and traveller comfort. Offering the ultimate in technology, this intrepid jet can link Montréal with Doha non-stop, with eight passengers and
three-to-four crew**.
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* Available as an option
** Under certain operating conditions
Montréal, November 29 2012 – Bombardier Aerospace announced today that it delivered NetJets®’ first Signature Series Global 6000 jet at a special ceremony in Montréal at Bombardier’s Global Completion Centre, the first jet is now on its way to entering service.
Global 6000 aircraft: The Global 6000 jet’s unrivalled cabin size and levels of comfort combined with an optional stand-up shower and the Bombardier Vision Flight Deck means no other purpose built business jet comes close in terms of high-speed range capability and traveller comfort. Offering the ultimate in technology, this intrepid jet can link Montréal and Dubai non-stop, with eight passengers and three-to-four crew*.
NetJets Signature Series™ aircraft: NetJets recently introduced the NetJets Signature Series™ aircraft, which are new aircraft that will be entering the NetJets fleet that are customized from design through production and include advanced cockpit and cabin technologies to ensure maximum safety, reliability and operating efficiency as well as advanced in-flight entertainment systems and custom cabin designs. The NetJets Signature Series™ aircraft, among others, include the Bombardier Global jet family and the Challenger 300 and Challenger 605 Series jets
*Under certain operating conditions.
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• Bombardier Vision Flight Deck world tour continues with Dubai Show debut
Montréal, November 28 2012 – Bombardier Aerospace announced today that it will showcase three of its class-defining business jets at this year’s Middle East Business Aviation (MEBA) show at Dubai’s Al Maktoum airport from December 11 to December 13, 2012. On display will be three jets, the Challenger 605, Challenger 850 and Global 5000 jets.
The Bombardier Vision Flight Deck will be adding another show to its world tour since it entered service in March 2012. Aboard the Global 6000 demonstrator it has accumulated over 550 flight hours, completed more than 235 legs and flown over 600 passengers a total distance in excess of 400,000 km (248,548 miles). Some highlights include stops in Melbourne, Australia; Mumbai, India; Saint Maarten, Netherlands Antilles; Luxembourg; Split, Croatia and Anchorage, Alaska, USA.
Bombardier has also expanded its support in the region as it continues to invest in its facilities and offerings. This past year, Bombardier named Qatar Airways' Corporate Jet Division, Qatar Executive, a Line Maintenance Facility (LMF) for Challenger 300, Challenger 604, Challenger 605 and Global business jets. The Doha-based LMF complements Bombardier’s parts depot and full-scale business aircraft Regional Support Office (RSO) in Dubai, staffed by a Customer Liaison Pilot, Customer Support Account Manager, two Field Service Representatives and the RSO Manager.
The RSO is located at Dubai International Airport alongside ExecuJet Middle East, a full ASF for all Learjet, Challenger and Global business jet models, and recipient of Bombardier’s Authorized Service Facility (ASF) Excellence Award in the International category for two years running. In 2011, Bombardier also added two more authorized facilities in the region, in Turkey and Jordan, to support business aircraft.
Challenger 605 aircraft: The revered Challenger 605 jet builds upon the legacy of productivity, quality and reliability of its predecessor, the peerless Challenger 604 jet, leading its market share segment throughout the world. Featuring one of the widest stand-up cabins of any large category business jet available today, it can soar six passengers 4,000 nm (7,408 km) from Dubai to Hong Kong*.
Challenger 850 aircraft: The Challenger 850 jet embodies comfort for its passengers by offering the largest cabin in its segment with proven reliability, making it the choice of many for flights up to 2,811 nm (5,206 km). It will fly eight passengers from Dubai to Moscow non-stop*.
Global 5000 aircraft: The Global 5000 jet combines superior transcontinental speed with the largest cabin in its class. It offers ultimate comfort to those on board and with the Bombardier Vision Flight Deck it combines design and technology from nose to tail. On board, passengers have high-speed Internet and unmatched entertainment and productivity options. This jet will fly 5,200 nm (9,630 km) and connect Dubai with Cape Town*.
Bombardier is at Chalet A16.
*Under certain operating conditions.
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• Firm order for 56 Global jets and options for an additional 86 Global jets
Montréal, November 27 2012 – Bombardier announced today the largest business aircraft sale in its history. VistaJet, a world-leading luxury aviation company and exclusive operator of Bombardier business aircraft, has signed a deal for up to 142 Global business jets which includes firm orders for 56 Global jets and options for a further 86 Global jets at a 2012 U.S. list price value of more than $7.8 billion if all options are exercised. The value of the firm order is approximately $3.1 billion at 2012 list prices.
The firm order comprises 25 Global 5000, 25 Global 6000 and six Global 8000 jets. Deliveries of these aircraft will begin in 2014. The agreement also includes options for 40 Global 5000, 40 Global 6000 and six Global 8000 jets.
Global 5000 aircraft: The Global 5000 jet combines superior transcontinental speed with the largest cabin in its class. It offers ultimate comfort to those on board and with the Bombardier Vision Flight Deck combines design and technology from nose to tail. On board, passengers can be whisked across the world with high-speed Internet and unmatched entertainment and productivity options. This jet can fly 5,200 nm (9,630 km) and connect London with San Francisco or London with Seoul*.
Global 6000 aircraft: The Global 6000 jet’s unrivalled cabin size and levels of comfort combined with an optional stand-up shower and the Bombardier Vision Flight Deck means no other purpose built business jet comes close in terms of high-speed range capability and traveller comfort. Offering the ultimate in technology, this intrepid jet can link London with Tokyo or London with Mexico City non-stop, with eight passengers and three to four crew*.
Global 7000 aircraft: The Global 7000** aircraft will set the standard for a new category of large business jets with its spacious four-zone cabin. Passengers flying on the Global 7000 jet will experience 20 per cent more living space than the already impressive cabin of the industry-leading Global 6000 jet. This aircraft will offer an astounding passenger cabin length – 59 ft 7 in (18.17 m) and coupled with a superior high-speed cruise of M 0.90* it is set to expand the Global family to new levels when it enters service in 2016. With 10 passengers this aircraft will boast an incredible 7,300-nm (13,520-km)* range and will connect cities such as London and Singapore, Beijing and Washington non-stop or Moscow and Perth*.
Global 8000 aircraft: The Global 8000** will be the world’s farthest-range business jet with an incredible 7,900 nm (14,631 km)*. With its superior three-zone cabin offering a 50 ft 7 in (15.42 m) passenger compartment and an unsurpassed M 0.90* high-speed cruise ability, it will fly eight passengers in ultimate comfort between cities such as London and Adelaide, Hong Kong and New York, and Mumbai and Toronto*.
*Under certain operating conditions.
**The Global 7000 and 8000 aircraft are currently under development and the design remains to be finalized and certified. The aircraft are subject to change during the course of the design, manufacture and certification process. Any statements about performance, description and design are preliminary targets, projections and/or forecasts and are subject to change without notice.
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Montréal, November 19 2012 – Bombardier Aerospace announced today that the first wing shipment for its Learjet 85 jet has arrived at the Wichita assembly line and is now in the process of being readied for mating to the fuselage of Flight Test Vehicle one (FTV1).
Alongside the arrival of the first complete Learjet 85 aircraft wing, the fuselage for FTV2 has successfully completed its integrity inspection. Installation of the nose, bulkheads, floor, windshield and door surrounds are scheduled to begin in the coming days. Once complete the main fuselage will be shipped with the aft fuselage to the final assembly line.
Wings for the complete aircraft static test article are expected to arrive from Querétaro by the end of November as preparations for static ground testing continues. Elsewhere, the program is soaring along as all system supplier safety of flight test rigs been commissioned.
Learjet 85 aircraft: The Learjet 85 aircraft lives up to its nomenclature with its sleek Learjet lines, legendary performance, and blends the newest technology to deliver an aircraft that will redefine the midsize segment with the largest, fastest and longest range Learjet aircraft to date. With its stand up cabin and superior design this jet can seamlessly fly 3,000 nm (5,556 km) and speeds up to M0.82 (470kts 871km/h). It can link Montréal with Caracas, and fly Montréal to Los Angeles*. And with its Bombardier Vision Flight Deck offers pilots the most sophisticated cockpit in its class.
*Under certain operating conditions.
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Image Caption: The first Learjet 85 jet wings for FTV 1 being moved into position by Bombardier Learjet workers at the Wichita final assembly line.
Montréal, October 31, 2012 – Bombardier’s Challenger program has reached a significant milestone with the entry-into-service of the 200th Challenger 605 business jet. The aircraft was handed over to its new owner (who wishes to remain anonymous) during a special ceremony at the Challenger facility in Dorval, Québec, in October 2012, with hundreds of proud employees in attendance.
The Challenger program first took flight on November 8, 1978, when the Challenger 600 aircraft lifted off from Canadair’s plant in Saint-Laurent, Québec. The Challenger 601 and Challenger 604 aircraft variants followed, and in the 34 years since, continuous development and innovation have ensured that the Challenger 605 business jet remains a market leader and a customer favorite.
Challenger 605 jet: The Challenger 605 jet builds on the quality and reliability of its predecessor, the acclaimed Challenger 604 aircraft, leading its market share segment throughout the world. The Challenger 605 jet can whisk twelve passengers and three crew from New York City to London non-stop* in the widest stand-up cabin of any large category business jet available today. There are over 850 Challenger 600 jets in service worldwide, including 200 Challenger 605 jets, accounting for over 50 per cent market share worldwide for its segment category.
*Under certain operating conditions.
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- First NetJets Global Signature Series aircraft about to join their fleet
Orlando, October 28, 2012 – Bombardier and NetJets®, today introduced NetJets’ first Global 6000 jet at a special unveiling event at Orlando Executive Airport. The aircraft will be featured as part of the static display for NBAA 2012 before being officially handed over to NetJets in the fourth quarter of 2012.
NetJets’ Signature Series™ Global 6000 jet is equipped with state-of-the-art avionics and perfectly balances comfort, speed and range. The aircraft features a full-service galley located in the forward section creating a private and peaceful cabin environment for up to 13 passengers as well as a crew rest area that allows for extended flight segments.
The spacious, sophisticated and extremely quiet cabin features a private stateroom that is conducive to productivity and relaxation. Additionally, the aircraft features light coloured leather and ostrich embossed leather upholstery which is complemented with African Sapele wood surfaces and a brushed steel metallic trim.
On March 1 2011, NetJets placed a firm order for 50 Global business jets with options for an additional 70 Global aircraft. The transaction for the firm order is valued at up to $2.8 billion US based on list prices. The firm order includes 30 Global 5000 and Global 6000 aircraft, with final deliveries scheduled to begin in the fourth quarter of 2012. The sale includes 20 firm orders for Bombardier’s newly launched Global 7000 and Global 8000 jets. Deliveries of these aircraft will begin in 2017. At a total retail price exceeding $6.7 billion US, NetJets’ order is the second largest aircraft purchase agreement in the history of private aviation, second only to NetJets’ unprecedented aircraft order in June of 2012 which included firm orders and options for upto 275 Challenger jets from Bombardier with a potential value of $9.6 billion US.
Global 6000 aircraft: The Global 6000 jet’s unrivalled cabin size and levels of comfort combined with a stand-up shower* and the Bombardier Vision Flight Deck means no other purpose built business jet comes close in terms of high-speed range capability and traveller comfort. Offering the ultimate in technology, this intrepid jet can link Miami with Tahiti or Cairo non-stop, with eight passengers and three to four crew**.
NetJets Signature Series™ aircraft: NetJets recently introduced the NetJets Signature Series™ of aircraft, which are new aircraft that will be entering the NetJets fleet that are customized from design through production and include advanced cockpit and cabin technologies to ensure maximum safety, reliability and operating efficiency as well as advanced in-flight entertainment systems and custom cabin designs. The NetJets Signature Series™ of aircraft, among others, include the Bombardier Global jet family and the Challenger 300 and Challenger 605 Series jets.
Bombardier is at Booth #900 and on the Static Display at Orlando Executive Airport
*Available as an option
**Under certain operating conditions.
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Image Caption: Jordan Hansell, NetJets Chairman and CEO and Steve Ridolfi, President, Bombardier Business Aircraft. (Orlando, Florida, October 28 2012)
Montréal, October 17 2012 – Bombardier Aerospace announced today that its class-defining Learjet 75 aircraft and Global 6000 ultra long-range jet will make their National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) debuts at this year’s 65th annual conference and exhibition in Orlando, Florida, from October 30 to November 1, 2012.
Bombardier will present its Global 6000, Challenger 605, Challenger 300, Learjet 85 mock-up, Learjet 75 mock-up, Learjet 75, Learjet 60 XR and Learjet 45 XR business jets in the static display at Orlando Executive Airport, as well as host customers at its static pavilion and at its two-floor exhibit at Booth #900 at the Orange County Convention Center.
Bombardier Customer Services team members will also be on-site to highlight recent expansions to Bombardier’s worldwide support network of more than 65 wholly owned service centres and Authorized Service Facilities, ten parts facilities featuring two distribution hubs in Chicago and Frankfurt and a growing number of Regional Support Office locations that house internationally deployed service and support professionals.
Learjet 45 XR aircraft: The Learjet 45 XR business jet is second to none in terms of speed and range with its eight-to-nine passenger cabin*. It is the only jet in its class to offer true double-club seating and retains the Learjet look with the performance to match. This jet will whisk four passengers and two crew 1,971 nm (3,650 km) and connect cities such as Miami and Guadalajara*.
Learjet 60 XR aircraft: A proven model that combines performance, comfort, value and technology to a new level in the midsize category, the Learjet 60 XR aircraft delivers a high cruise speed of Mach 0.81 (863 km/hr) with superior climb capabilities, proven fuel efficiency and low direct operating costs*. This jet can rapidly fly its passengers above the traffic and make use of the more favourable winds up at 51,000 ft (15,545 m) which translates into time savings as a result of less traffic and turbulence. When loaded with four passengers and two crew it will fly 2,405 nm (4,454 km) and is able to fly Miami to Cayenne*, French Guiana.
Learjet 75 aircraft: The Learjet 75 jet features the pioneering Bombardier Vision Flight Deck with an interior influenced from its bigger stablemate the Learjet 85 aircraft. This jet will soar above the traffic with a maximum altitude of 51,000 ft (15,545 m) and is capable of more than 2,000 nm (3,704 km) and is able to fly between Miami and Aspen*.
Challenger 300 aircraft: The dependable Challenger 300 jet offers true transcontinental range and superior long-range cruise speed, with eight to ten passengers. Its 3,065 nm (5,676 km) range connects Miami with Seattle non-stop with eight passengers and NBAA IFR reserves. Its superior airfield performance allows it to operate out of 5,000 ft (1,524 m) runways with ease*. The Challenger 300 jet offers the best performance and value in its class, combined with a dispatch reliability that has consistently been above 99.7 per cent, it has exceeded customer expectations since its entry-into-service in 2004.
Challenger 605 aircraft: The revered Challenger 605 jet builds upon the legacy of productivity, quality and reliability of its predecessor, the peerless Challenger 604 jet, leading its market share segment throughout the world. Featuring one of the widest stand-up cabins of any large category business jet available today it can soar six passengers 4,000 nm (7,408 km); from Miami to London, and also from Miami to Santiago*.
Global 6000 aircraft: The Global 6000 jet’s unrivalled cabin size and levels of comfort combined with a stand-up shower** and the Bombardier Vision Flight Deck means no other purpose built business jet comes close in terms of high-speed range capability and traveller comfort. Offering the ultimate in technology, this intrepid jet can link Miami with Tahiti or Cairo non-stop, with eight passengers and three-to four crew*.
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Customer Services Cocktail, Bombardier Booth #900
Bombardier is at Booth #900 and on the Static Display at Orlando Executive Airport
*Under certain operating conditions.
**Available as an option
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Montréal, October 9, 2012 – Bombardier Aerospace announced today that as part of its world tour the Global 6000 aircraft is scheduled to make stops at various major cities in Mexico from October 17 to 20.
Since entering service in March 2012, the new Global 6000 demonstrator jet has been a top performer with an impressive dispatch reliability of 99.5 per cent.
Global 6000 aircraft: The Global 6000 jet’s unrivalled cabin size and levels of comfort combined with a stand-up shower and the Bombardier Vision Flight Deck means no other purpose-built business jet comes close in terms of high-speed range capability and traveller comfort. Offering the ultimate in technology, this intrepid jet can link Toluca with Honolulu, and Monterrey with Moscow or Rome, non-stop, with eight passengers and three-to four crew**.
*Available as an option
**Under certain operating conditions.
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Wichita, October 6, 2012 – Bombardier Learjet today announced that following an official vote on Saturday, October 6, 2012, Wichita employees belonging to the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAMAW) union have rejected a proposed labour agreement and have voted in favour of a work disruption.
Bombardier Learjet put forward a fair and reasonable contract renewal offer to its unionized employees. While the company is disappointed that the offer was rejected with a vote in favour of a strike, the negotiations team is available to continue negotiations and is hopeful that the Union representing Bombardier Learjet employees will soon return to the bargaining table and, by working together, the two parties can resolve all outstanding issues.
A contingency plan at the Wichita site has been implemented and Bombardier Learjet is working towards minimizing disruption to the production line, its customers and the community.
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Wichita, October 3, 2012 – Bombardier Aerospace announced today that its Learjet 45 XR aircraft was officially the first jet to land at the newly dedicated Rooks County Regional Airport on September 29. Governor Sam Brownback was on hand to inaugurate the new airport which was built to accommodate business jet travelers.
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Montréal, October 2, 2012 – Bombardier Aerospace announced today that it has received firm orders for a total of six Global 6000 business jets from an undisclosed customer. The transaction is valued at approximately $350 million US based on the 2012 list price for typically equipped aircraft.
Global 6000 aircraft: The Global 6000 jet’s unrivalled cabin size and levels of comfort combined with a stand-up shower* and the Bombardier Vision flight deck means no other purpose-built business jet comes close in terms of high-speed range capability and passenger comfort. Offering the ultimate in technology, this intrepid jet can link Shanghai-San Francisco, non-stop, with eight passengers and three-to-four crew**.
*Available as an option
**Under certain operating conditions
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Montréal, September 28, 2012 – Bombardier Aerospace announced today that it has received orders for a total of five Global business jets from an undisclosed customer. The firm orders consist of four Global 6000 aircraft and one Global 8000 aircraft. The customer has requested to remain unidentified at this time. The transaction is valued at approximately $300 million US based on the 2012 list price for typically equipped aircraft.
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Montréal, September 28, 2012 – Bombardier Aerospace announced today that it has received orders for a total of eight Global business jets from an undisclosed customer. The firm orders consist of four Global 6000 aircraft and four Global 8000 aircraft. The customer has requested to remain unidentified at this time. The transaction is valued at approximately $500 million US based on the 2012 list price for typically equipped aircraft.
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Montréal, September 14, 2012 – Bombardier Aerospace will be a key business aviation participant at the 2012 edition of Africa Aerospace and Defence at South Africa’s Waterkloof Air Force Base in Centurion. On display will be three of its inimitable business jets – the Learjet 45 XR, Challenger 300, and Global 6000 aircraft.
According to the Bombardier Business Aircraft market forecast Africa is set for steady growth over the next 20 years. For the ten-year period 2012-2021, the region is slated to take delivery of 325 new business aircraft and for the following ten-year period, 2022-2031, a further 485 new aircraft.*
Learjet 45 XR aircraft: The Learjet 45 XR is second to none in terms of speed and range with its eight-to-nine passenger cabin**. It is the only jet in its class to offer true double-club seating and retains the Learjet look with the performance to match. This jet will whisk four passengers and two crew 1,971 nm (3,650 km) and connect cities such as Johannesburg and Nairobi**.
Challenger 300 aircraft: The dependable Challenger 300 jet offers true transcontinental range and superior long-range cruise speed, with eight to ten passengers. Its 3,065 nm (5,676 km) range connects Johannesburg with Khartoum or Accra non-stop with eight passengers and NBAA IFR reserves. Its superior airfield performance allows it to operate out of 5,000 ft (1,524 m) runways with ease**. The Challenger 300 jet offers the best performance and value in its class, combined with a dispatch reliability that has consistently been above 99.7 per cent, it has exceeded customer expectations since its entry into service in 2004.
Global 6000 aircraft: The Global 6000 jet’s unrivalled cabin size and levels of comfort combined with a stand-up shower and the Bombardier Vision flight deck means no other purpose built business jet comes close in terms of high-speed range capability and passenger comfort. Offering the ultimate in technology, this intrepid jet can link Johannesburg with Buenos Aires and Johannesburg to Melbourne, non-stop, with eight passengers and three to four crew**.
**Under certain operating conditions
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Montréal, September 13 2012 – Bombardier Aerospace will be showcasing four of its business jets at the seventh annual Russian International Aviation Exhibition, Jet Expo 2012, in Moscow, Russia, from September 27 to September 29, 2012.
On display at the static park the Global 6000 jet will make its Russian debut with the industry-leading Bombardier Vision flight deck, alongside the Challenger 605 aircraft, the Challenger 300 jet and the Learjet 60 XR aircraft.
Learjet 60 XR aircraft: A proven model that combines performance, comfort, value and technology to a new level in the midsize category, the Learjet 60 XR delivers a high cruise speed of Mach 0.81 (863 km/hr) with superior climb capabilities, proven fuel efficiency and low direct operating costs*. This jet can rapidly fly its passengers above the traffic and make use of the more favourable winds up at 51,000 ft (15,545 m) which translates into time savings as a result of less traffic and turbulence. When loaded with four passengers and two crew it will fly 2,405 nm (4,454 km) and is able to fly from Moscow to Madrid*.
Challenger 300 aircraft: The dependable Challenger 300 jet offers true transcontinental range and superior long-range cruise speed, with eight to ten passengers. Its 3,065 nm (5,676 km) range connects Moscow with Mumbai or Dublin non-stop with eight passengers and NBAA IFR reserves. Its superior airfield performance allows it to operate out of 5,000 ft (1,524 m) runways with ease*. The Challenger 300 jet offers the best performance and value in its class, combined with a dispatch reliability that has consistently been above 99.7 per cent, it has exceeded customer expectations since its entry into service in 2004.
Challenger 605 aircraft: The revered Challenger 605 jet builds upon the legacy of productivity, quality and reliability of its predecessor, the peerless Challenger 604 jet, leading its market share segment throughout the world. Featuring one of the widest stand-up cabins of any large category business jet available today it can soar six passengers 4,000 nm (7,408 km); from Moscow to Shanghai, and also from Moscow to Dakar, as well as any city in Russia*.
Global 6000 aircraft: The Global 6000 jet’s unrivalled cabin size and levels of comfort combined with a stand-up shower and the Bombardier Vision flight deck means no other purpose-built business jet comes close in terms of high-speed range capability and traveller comfort. Offering the ultimate in technology, this intrepid jet can link Moscow with Los Angeles, Johannesburg and Singapore, non-stop, with eight passengers and three to four crew*.
*Under certain operating conditions
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Montréal, September 6, 2012 – Bombardier’s Global 6000 jet, featuring the Bombardier Vision flight deck, is set to make its African debut when it kicks off that continent’s portion of its world tour in September, with a 16-city showcase across a total of 12 countries. It is also set to appear on the static display at South Africa’s Africa Aerospace and Defence on September 19, 2012.
Global 6000 aircraft: The Global 6000 jet’s unrivalled cabin size and levels of comfort combined with a stand-up shower and the Bombardier Vision flight deck means no other purpose built business jet comes close in terms of high-speed range capability and passenger comfort. Offering the ultimate in technology, this intrepid jet can link Lagos with Chengdu or Johannesburg and Singapore, non-stop, with eight passengers and three to four crew*.
Bombardier Vision flight deck: A breakthrough in business aviation, the Bombardier Vision flight deck is designed to deliver a completely new cockpit experience. By combining the best in technological advancements with superior designer aesthetics, it provides pilots flying Bombardier’s Global aircraft an unprecedented level of control and comfort. The Bombardier Vision flight deck introduces the Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion avionics suite, providing an integrated flight deck to ensure interoperability between systems.
Pro Line Fusion for the Bombardier Vision flight deck on Global aircraft features four high-resolution 15-inch diagonal active matrix liquid crystal displays (LCD) arranged in a T-shape working in concert with the Head-up Guidance System (HGS™), personalized formats of display information, an electronic checklist, maps with graphical flight planning, an integrated cursor control panel, a Synthetic-Enhanced Vision System, paperless operation enabled by Dual Electronics Charts, a Future Air Navigation System (FANS), Controller-Pilot Datalink Communication (CPDLC), a Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS), Localizer Performance with Vertical Guidance (LPV) and a MultiScan™ Weather Detection system.
*Under certain operating conditions
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Montréal, September 5, 2012 – Bombardier Aerospace’s Learjet 75 jet continues to achieve its development milestones with the first powering up of the aircraft’s electrical systems on the Wichita production line. Aircraft power, including to the new Bombardier Vision flight deck, was switched on during the week of August 21, 2012, as the aircraft progresses towards its 2013 entry-into-service.
The Learjet 70 and Learjet 75 test aircraft are continuing their development work as the program moves forward. There will be a total of five flight test aircraft: a modified Learjet 40 XR jet and a modified Learjet 45 XR aircraft are flying and focusing on avionics certification; a modified Learjet 45 XR jet will be used primarily for the interior and cabin management system; an existing Learjet 45 XR aircraft will be modified and utilised for testing and validating the performance improvements; and finally, the first production Learjet 75 aircraft.
A breakthrough in business aviation, the Bombardier Vision flight deck is designed to deliver a completely new cockpit experience by combining the best in technological advancements with superior design aesthetics. As such, it provides pilots flying the Learjet 70 and Learjet 75 aircraft an unprecedented level of control and comfort. The Bombardier Vision flight deck for Learjet 70 and Learjet 75 aircraft will feature the fully integrated Garmin G5000 digital avionics suite, designed with leading edge technology and one of the most intuitive crew interfaces available.
Learjet 70 aircraft: The Learjet 70 aircraft offers unrivalled interior design aesthetics blended effortlessly with the latest technology. The cockpit features the peerless Bombardier Vision flight deck, and this aircraft can fly a range of more than 2,000 nm (3,704 km)*. It retains the classic Learjet lines and legendary performance, and as such, can connect Seattle with Montréal*.
Learjet 75 aircraft: The Learjet 75 jet features the pioneering Bombardier Vision flight deck with an interior influenced by its bigger stablemate, the Learjet 85 aircraft. This jet will soar above the traffic with a maximum altitude of 51,000 ft. (15,545 m), is capable of flying more than 2,000 nm (3,704 km) and is able to fly nonstop from Wichita to Bermuda*.
*Under certain operating conditions
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Wichita, September 5, 2012 – Bombardier announced today that it will reveal the recipient of its first annual Eugene Cernan Safety Award at this year’s Safety Standdown U.S.A. Registration for the 16th edition of the annual event, featuring workshops and general sessions on current aviation safety topics, is now open. Safety Standdown 2012 will be held from October 8 to 11, 2012 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Wichita, Kansas. A complete schedule of events and registration information is available at Safetystanddown.com.
The first Eugene Cernan Safety Award will be presented during the dinner banquet on October 10 to an aviation professional who has attended at least one Safety Standdown seminar and who champions its principles. Nominations are now being sought for this award.
The Safety Standdown Advisory Council will select a winner according to the following criteria:
1. Has gone above and beyond professional expectations;
2. Embodies the framing principles of Safety Standdown;
3. Has demonstrated an exceptional dedication, commitment, and contribution to aviation safety through their actions and behaviour.
4. Demonstrates professionalism, dedication, commitment, courage, passion and leadership in the execution of their professional duties.
Nominations for the Eugene Cernan Safety award are being accepted at safetystanddown.com and by e-mail to info@safetystanddown.com.
Bombardier pioneering safety worldwide
Originally conceived in 1996 as a safety-training event for the Learjet flight demonstration team, the conference quickly garnered a reputation for excellence beyond Bombardier's customer base. In 1999, Bombardier opened the seminar to all pilots - corporate, commercial or military - in response to growing interest. Bombardier has elected to offer this training free-of-charge to all participants, in order to further endorse the program.
Safety Standdown has been endorsed by top aeronautical training institutions for the quality and depth of its content. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and NBAA Certified Aviation Manager (CAM) offer continuing education credits to all attendees. As of June 2012, more than 5,600 pilots, crew members, safety specialists and industry officials have graduated from Safety Standdown.
On-line registration and additional details are available at www.safetystanddown.com.
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Montréal, August 6, 2012 – Bombardier, the world’s leading business aircraft manufacturer, will showcase its Vision Flight Deck cockpit at the ninth Latin American Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (LABACE) at Congonhas airport in São Paulo, Brazil from August 15-17, 2012. Joining the debuting Global 6000 jet, Bombardier will present a Challenger 300, a Learjet 45 XR and a Learjet 60 XR aircraft on static display.
Bombardier forecast that the Latin American market will account for some 2,285 business aircraft deliveries over the period from 2012-2031, which is broken down into 985 deliveries between 2012 and 2021, and 1,300 deliveries from 2022 to 2031. It is forecast that the fleet of 1,650 business jets at the end of 2011 will increase to 3,135 aircraft by the end of 2031, equivalent to a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of three per cent.
Putting our customers first locally, globally
Bombardier is committed to putting its customers first by offering the highest level of support as close as possible to their operational bases. As part of this commitment to customers in Latin America, Bombardier opened a business aircraft Regional Support Office (RSO) in São Paulo, Brazil, in 2011. The RSO is located alongside Bombardier’s already-established parts depot and Authorized Service Facility (ASF), SynerJet Brasil. The office is staffed by an RSO Manager who oversees three Field Service Representatives, with a long-term plan to add a Customer Support Account Manager and Customer Liaison Pilot.
To complement its extensive support network, Bombardier offers optimized maintenance and support solutions through its Smart Services programs. With more than 25 years’ experience in providing cost protection and budget predictability for its business aircraft customers, the pioneering Smart Parts program has continued to gain popularity among business aircraft operators worldwide.
Learjet 45 XR aircraft: When compared to its closest competitor, the eight-to-nine passenger Learjet 45 XR aircraft flies faster and farther, with more passengers*. The jet’s passenger cabin area is approximately 15 inches (38 cm) longer and features the only double-club seating configuration in its class, making it an ideal product for charter and fractional operators.
Learjet 60 XR aircraft: The Learjet 60 XR aircraft is a proven model of performance, comfort, value and technology in the midsize jet market segment. It delivers a high cruise speed of Mach 0.81 (863 km/hr), superior climb capabilities, proven fuel efficiency and low direct operating costs per nautical mile*. The jet’s higher operating altitudes – certified to 51,000 ft (15,545 m) – translate to time savings due to better winds, less traffic and less turbulence.
Challenger 300 aircraft: This first true super-midsize aircraft offers transcontinental range and superior long-range cruise speed, with eight-to-ten passengers. It can fly São Paulo-Caracas and São Paulo-Quito non-stop with eight passengers and NBAA IFR reserves, and its superior airfield performance allows it to operate out of 5,000-foot (1,524-m) runways with ease*. The Challenger 300 jet offers the best performance and value in its class combined with a dispatch reliability consistently over 99.7 per cent – this aircraft has exceeded customer expectations since its entry-into-service in 2004.
Global 6000 aircraft: The Global 6000 business jet features the largest cabin of any purpose-built corporate aircraft – offering more cabin volume and more floor space than its closest competitor. No other business jet in the ultra long-range segment matches the high-speed range capability delivered by this aircraft. Offering the ultimate in cabin comfort, this impressive jet can link São Paulo-Geneva, São Paulo-Phoenix and fly 6,000 nm (11,112 km) non-stop with eight passengers and three-to-four crew*.
*Under certain operating conditions.
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Montréal, July 27 2012 – Bombardier today announced the delivery of a Global 5000 jet to Jana Aviation. The aircraft will be managed by Executive Aircraft Services and based in Beirut, Lebanon.
“We are delighted that Jana Aviation has continued to place their trust in Bombardier aircraft for their operations in Lebanon,” said Khader Mattar, Regional Vice President, Sales, Middle East, Africa and India, Bombardier Business Aircraft. “The Global 5000 jet is perfectly suited for the very discerning needs of our customers in the Middle East. Once again, the leadership of our Global aircraft family in this region is reaffirmed.”
This aircraft joins a Challenger 300 jet already in operation in Executive Aircraft Services’ fleet.
“We are very proud to welcome the Global 5000 aircraft into the fleet of aircraft we manage,” said Captain Nicolas Meszaros, General Manager, Executive Aircraft Services. “Bombardier’s Global aircraft have a reputation for providing the highest levels of performance and comfort, and we’re confident that this new jet will provide our customers with the exceptionally high standards of service that they rely on.”
The super large Global 5000 jet combines superior transatlantic speed with the largest cabin in its market segment. It features high-speed Internet connectivity, unmatched entertainment options, a head-up flight display system, and one of the largest field-of-view of any business aircraft. With a range of 5,200 NM (9,630 km), the jet can connect city pairs such as Dubai-Cape Town, London-Seoul and New York-Cairo*.
A breakthrough in business aviation, the Vision Flight Deck cockpit is designed to deliver a completely new flying experience. By combining the best in technological advancements with superior designer aesthetics, it provides pilots flying Bombardier’s Global aircraft an unprecedented level of control and comfort. The Vision Flight Deck cockpit introduces the Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion avionics suite, providing an integrated flight deck to ensure interoperability between systems.
Montréal, July 24, 2012 – Bombardier Aerospace announced today that the Global 6000 jet featuring the Vision Flight Deck will premiere in Shanghai for the Chinese chapter of its world tour, with a four day visit including stops in Beijing, Hong Kong and Chengdu from July 28 – July 31, 2012.
“China’s appetite for business aviation is strong and will continue to increase. According to our market forecast, China is expected to see a 13 per cent year-on-year growth* in business jet deliveries, from 2012 to 2031,” said Michael Han, Regional Vice President, Sales, China, Bombardier Business Aircraft. “Our strong presence at recent air shows in Shanghai and Hainan, coupled with the inaugural showing of our Global 6000 jet in China, gives our customers, existing and prospective, a chance to experience firsthand our market-leading aircraft.”
Tour dates
- July 28 – Shanghai
- July 29 – Beijing
- July 30 – Hong Kong
- July 31 – Chengdu
Vision Flight Deck: A breakthrough in business aviation, the Vision Flight Deck is designed to deliver a completely new cockpit experience. By combining the best in technological advancements with superior designer aesthetics, it provides pilots flying Bombardier’s Global aircraft an unprecedented level of control and comfort. The Vision Flight Deck introduces the Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion avionics suite, providing an integrated flight deck to ensure interoperability between systems.
Pro Line Fusion for the Vision Flight Deck on Global aircraft features four high-resolution 15-inch diagonal active matrix liquid crystal displays (LCD) arranged in a T-shape working in concert with the Head-up Guidance System (HGS™), personalized formats of display information, an electronic checklist, maps with graphical flight planning, an integrated cursor control panel, a Synthetic-Enhanced Vision System, paperless operation enabled by Dual Electronics Charts, a Future Air Navigation System (FANS), Controller-Pilot Datalink Communication (CPDLC), a Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS), Localizer Performance with Vertical Guidance (LPV) and a MultiScan™ Weather Detection system.
Global 6000 aircraft: The Global 6000 business jet features the largest cabin of any purpose-built corporate aircraft – offering more cabin volume and more floor space than its closest competitor. No other business jet in the ultra long-range segment matches the high-speed range capability delivered by this aircraft. Offering the ultimate in cabin comfort, this impressive jet can link Shanghai-San Francisco non-stop with eight passengers and three-to-four crew**.
Montréal, July 23, 2012 – Bombardier Aerospace announced today that an expanded Safety Standdown Latin America will return to Brazil in conjunction with the ninth annual Latin American Business Aviation Conference and Exhibition (LABACE). The highly acclaimed two-day seminar will take place August 13-14, at the Grand Hyatt São Paulo Hotel.
In its third year in Latin America, Safety Standdown will expand from last year’s single-day general session to include a half day of workshops designed to give attendees an opportunity to gain further knowledge, in a small classroom setting, on topics not covered in the general session.
This year’s Latin America edition of Safety Standdown will feature internationally esteemed presenters that include: Captain Gene Cernan, United States Navy (ret.), Commander, Apollo 17, Guest Speaker; Dr. Tony Kern, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Partner, Convergent Performance, LLC, on safety culture; Glenn Harmon, Associate Professor, Aeronautical Science, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, on combating fatigue issues; Paul “BJ” Ransbury, President, Aircraft Performance Solutions, on aircraft handling in terms of upset recovery and avoidance techniques; Captain Rick Rowe, Manager, Safety Standdown, Bombardier Aerospace, on human error; Pat Daily, Executive Vice President, Convergent Performance, LLC, on stress management; and Dr. Dan Boedigheimer, Consultant, Convergent Performance, LLC, on aircraft performance.
Safety Standdown is the first program of its kind that is developed primarily for professionals in the aviation industry, and to date, no other safety event held in Latin America has had such an exclusive focus on this industry. The world-class conference provides an unprecedented insight into the human factors that cause errors and the latest training approaches – beyond the regulatory skill-based training – in order to avoid them. This initiative can benefit all operators – irrespective of the type of aircraft they fly or its manufacturer – as they can discover first-hand how they can apply the latest safety intelligence and expertise to their operations.
Bombardier pioneering safety worldwide
Originally conceived in 1996 as a safety-training event for the Learjet flight demonstration team, the conference quickly garnered a reputation for excellence beyond Bombardier’s customer base. In 1999, Bombardier opened the seminar to all pilots – corporate, commercial or military – in response to growing interest. Bombardier has elected to offer this training free-of-charge to all participants, in order to further endorse the program.
Safety Standdown has been endorsed by top aeronautical training institutions for the quality and depth of its content. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and NBAA Certified Aviation Manager (CAM) offer continuing education credits to all attendees. As of June 2012, more than 5,600 pilots, crew members, safety specialists and industry officials have graduated from Safety Standdown.
On-line registration and additional details are available at www.safetystanddown.com.
Bombardier, Learjet and The Evolution of Mobility are trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries.
Farnborough, United Kingdom, July 11, 2012 – Bombardier announced today that it is on track with its three new Learjet business aircraft as it shared further details of its ongoing development programs.
The Learjet 85 aircraft program continues to progress towards first flight with four test aircraft in various stages of fabrication. The first complete pressure fuselage, including the nose and aft fuselage, is undergoing final validation before being shipped from Querétaro, Mexico, to Wichita, Kansas.
Work on the first Learjet 85 jet’s wing internal structure is complete in Querétaro and has been moved into the final assembly position for wing plank installation. The assembly of a second wing which will be part of the Static Structural Test Article is well underway.
The recently launched Learjet 70 and Learjet 75 aircraft program is progressing well and the first two flight test aircraft, a modified Learjet 40 XR jet and a modified Learjet 45 XR aircraft have already logged more than 135 flights, as the two are used to continue to develop the avionics that provide the core of the Learjet aircraft’s Vision Flight Deck.
The Learjet site expansion in Wichita is underway adding significant additional capability in preparation for the ramp up of the Learjet 85 jet.
The new Learjet 85 aircraft – Redefining the midsize segment
Launched on October 30, 2007, with a customer-driven clean-sheet design, the Learjet 85 aircraft is the largest, fastest and most capable Learjet aircraft ever.
True to its legendary heritage, the Learjet 85 aircraft is set to deliver the extraordinary performance, superior technology and exceptional value Learjet aircraft owners expect. The jet is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW307B engines, each boasting 6,100 pounds of take-off thrust at sea level up to 86ºF (30ºC) and low noise levels, while the advanced low NOx emitting combustor offers reduced environmental impact. The aircraft targets a high-speed cruise of Mach 0.82 and a transcontinental range of up to 3,000 nautical miles (5,556 km)*.
The Learjet 85 aircraft flight deck combines advanced technology, with superior design elements for a cockpit environment unlike any other midsize jet. The latest in technological advancements and superior design aesthetics from Bombardier’s Vision Flight Deck are carried over in order to create the ultimate Learjet aircraft flight control environment.
The aircraft’s Cabin Management System, developed by Lufthansa Technik, will feature a high-capacity Ethernet network, a digital amplifier to feed the high-fidelity speaker system and an interface to support the aircraft cabin environment, including lighting and temperature control. The system’s open architecture also allows for easy integration of third-party equipment and new applications, such as high-definition features.
Learjet is the first name in corporate aviation. Since acquiring Learjet Inc. in 1990, Bombardier Aerospace has carried forward the brand’s proud legacy by launching eight high-performance and fuel-efficient Learjet aircraft.
Learjet 70 aircraft: The Learjet 70 aircraft will be able to achieve an exceptional range greater than 2,000 nautical miles at a cruise speed of Mach 0.75. It will connect Chicago-San Juan, Toluca-Minneapolis and London-Moscow non-stop** with six passengers and two crew members.
Learjet 75 aircraft: With a maximum range greater than 2,000 nautical miles at cruise speeds up to Mach 0.75, the Learjet 75 aircraft will be able to fly four passengers and two crew members non-stop** from Los Angeles to Toronto, Mumbai to Bangkok and Dubai to Cairo. Additionally, it will be able to handle a range close to 1,950 nautical miles with eight passengers**.
Vision Flight Deck for the Learjet 70 and Learjet 75 jets.
A breakthrough in business aviation, the Vision Flight Deck is designed to deliver a completely new cockpit experience. By combining the best in technological advancements with superior design aesthetics, it provides pilots flying Bombardier’s Learjet 70 and Learjet 75 aircraft an unprecedented level of control and comfort. The Vision Flight Deck for Learjet 70 and Learjet 75 aircraft will feature the fully integrated Garmin G5000 digital avionics suite, designed with leading edge technology and one of the most intuitive crew interfaces available.
* The Learjet 85 aircraft’s long-range cruise speed of M0.78 with two crew, four passengers (200 lb each) and 100 NM NBAA IFR reserves. Assumes standard BOW, sea level departure and landing, unrestricted climb, cruise and descent with zero wind and standard (ISA) conditions en route.
** Under certain operating conditions
Disclaimer: the Learjet 70 and Learjet 75 aircraft program is currently in the development phase and as such is subject to changes in family strategy, branding, capacity, performance, design and/or systems. All specifications and data are approximate, may change without notice and are subject to certain operating rules, assumptions and other conditions. This document does not constitute an offer, commitment, representation, guarantee or warranty of any kind. The configuration and performance of the aircraft may differ from the descriptions provided and, together with any related commitment, representations, guarantee or warranty, shall be determined in a final purchase agreement. Statements about performance and design, regarding the Learjet 85, as stated in this document are solely based on projections and forecasts, and are subject to change without notice.
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Montréal, July 4, 2012 – Bombardier Aerospace announced today that its Global 6000 jet world tour has reached India as the aircraft with its new Vision Flight Deck made its South Asia debut. The aircraft landed in Delhi on July 1 and will continue to tour across the country until July 7, 2012.
India is among a number of countries considered to be key emerging markets for business aviation. Globalization, increased travel requirements by business people and a general positive trend towards the acceptance of business aircraft use are among the contributors to increased activity in the region. The Bombardier Business Aircraft Market Forecast, published in June 2012, predicts business aviation industry deliveries of 1,345 aircraft in India for the 20-year period covering 2012-2031.
Vision Flight Deck: A breakthrough in business aviation, the Vision Flight Deck is designed to deliver a completely new cockpit experience. By combining the best in technological advancements with superior designer aesthetics, it provides pilots flying Bombardier’s Global aircraft an unprecedented level of control and comfort. The Vision Flight Deck introduces the Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion avionics suite, providing an integrated flight deck to ensure interoperability between systems.
Pro Line Fusion for the Vision Flight Deck on Global aircraft features four high-resolution
15-inch diagonal active matrix liquid crystal displays (LCD) arranged in a T-shape working in concert with the Head-up Guidance System (HGS™), personalized formats of display information, an electronic checklist, maps with graphical flight planning, an integrated cursor control panel, a Synthetic-Enhanced Vision System, paperless operation enabled by Dual Electronics Charts, a Future Air Navigation System (FANS), Controller-Pilot Datalink Communication (CPDLC), a Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS), Localizer Performance with Vertical Guidance (LPV) and a MultiScan™ Weather Detection system.
Global 6000 aircraft: The Global 6000 business jet features the largest cabin of any purpose-built corporate aircraft – offering more cabin volume and more floor space than its closest competitor. No other business jet in the ultra long-range segment matches the high-speed range capability delivered by this aircraft. Offering the ultimate in cabin comfort, this impressive jet can link Delhi-Melbourne non-stop with eight passengers and three-to-four crew*.
*Under certain operating conditions.
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Montréal, July 3, 2012 – Bombardier Aerospace announced today that it has appointed Fernando Lacerda Da Silva as Sales Director of New Aircraft responsible for Brazil.
Fernando joins Bombardier with a 25-year sales career that includes 12 years of Latin American business aircraft sales experience, as well as previous sales successes with Bombardier jets in Brazil.
Humberto Moas will once again focus purely on sales of pre-owned aircraft in Brazil as, Director, Sales, Pre-Owned Aircraft in Latin America. The rest of the Bombardier Business Aircraft sales team in Latin America is comprised of Fabio Rebello, Regional Vice President, Sales, Latin America; Saul Arceo, Director, Sales, Mexico and Central America; Stéphane LeRoy, Director, Sales, South America and Caribbean, Antonio Santos, Manager, Sales, Latin America, and Nic Aliaga, Manager, Sales, Pre-Owned Aircraft, Latin America.
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Bombardier Aerospace announced today that it has received firm orders for a total of eight Global business aircraft from an undisclosed customer. The orders consist of three Global 6000 and five Global 8000 jets. The transaction is valued at approximately $507 million US based on the 2012 list price for typically equipped aircraft.
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Business aviation leader Bombardier today announced that London Air Services (LAS) has placed firm orders for five Learjet 75 aircraft, valued at approximately $65 million U.S., based on the 2012 list price for typically equipped aircraft. LAS is the first Canadian operator to place a firm order for the new light jet.
A leading charter service provider based in Richmond, B.C., LAS currently has a fleet of five Learjet 45 XR aircraft, one Challenger 604 aircraft, two Challenger 605 jets and a Global 7000 business jet arriving in 2017.
Performance
The Learjet 75 aircraft will have improved performance through an engine thrust increase with the Honeywell TFE731-40BR engines, offering improved takeoff field length performance over its predecessor, the Honeywell TFE731-20BR. The new systems will also contribute to a weight savings gain and the new canted winglets will improve aerodynamic efficiency. Overall, Bombardier expects up to a nine per cent improvement in field performance under hot and high conditions* and up to a four per cent improvement in fuel efficiency.
Cabin
Based on the Learjet 85 aircraft tyling and technology, the Learjet 70 and Learjet 75 aircraft include: improved comfort and styling of the seats with full executive seating; cabin management system featuring individual touchscreen monitors with full audio and video control; LED lighting throughout the entire aircraft; a generous baggage suite and a spacious galley for optimized catering, work and storage space. The Learjet 70 and Learjet 75 aircraft, with their advanced connectivity options, will ensure the highest levels of convenience.
Vision Flight Deck
A breakthrough in business aviation, the Vision Flight Deck is designed to deliver a completely new cockpit experience. By combining the best in technological advancements with superior designer aesthetics, it provides pilots flying Bombardier's Learjet aircraft an unprecedented level of control and comfort. The Vision Flight Deck for Learjet 70 and Learjet 75 aircraft features the fully integrated Garmin G5000 digital avionics suite, designed with leading-edge technology and one of the most intuitive crew interfaces available.
Operating costs
The aircraft will be supported by a maintenance program designed to allow customers to operate to fixed interval inspections at Bombardier's growing worldwide support and services infrastructure upon entry-into-service with a generous 600-flight-hour inspection interval. In addition, direct operating costs will be reduced as a result of the performance efficiency gains.
Learjet 75 aircraft: With a maximum range of greater than 2,000 nautical miles at cruise speeds up to Mach 0.75, the Learjet 75 aircraft will be able to fly four passengers and two crew members non-stop from Los Angeles to Toronto and Mumbai to Bangkok**. Additionally, it will be able to handle a range of close to 1,950 nautical miles with eight passengers**.
Disclaimer: the Learjet 70 and Learjet 75 aircraft program is currently in the development phase and as such is subject to changes in family strategy, branding, capacity, performance, design and/or systems. All specifications and data are approximate, may change without notice and are subject to certain operating rules, assumptions and other conditions. This document does not constitute an offer, commitment, representation, guarantee or warranty of any kind. The configuration and performance of the aircraft may differ from the descriptions provided and, together with any related commitment, representations, guarantee or warranty, shall be determined in a final purchase agreement.
Bombardier, Challenger 640, Challenger 605, Global 7000, Learjet, Learjet 45, Learjet 70, Learjet 75, Learjet 85, Vision Flight Deck and XR are trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries.
* ISA +15 °C (86 °F) and 5,000 ft. elevation
** Under certain operating conditions
Montréal, June 11, 2012 – Today, just over one year after the largest business aircraft sale in its history, Bombardier Aerospace surpassed that record, announcing a firm order from NetJets Inc. for 100 Challenger business jets with options for an additional 175 aircraft. Bombardier also announced a long-term aftermarket support agreement with NetJets. The transaction for the firm aircraft order is valued at approximately $2.6 billion US based on 2012 list prices. If all the options are exercised, the total value of the order is approximately $7.3 billion US, also based on 2012 list prices. The aftermarket agreement is for a term of up to 15 years. Assuming certain aircraft usage projections and a 15-year term per firm aircraft, it is valued at up to $820 million US. If all options are exercised, the aftermarket agreement is valued at up to $2.3 billion US. The combined sale and aftermarket agreement are valued at approximately $9.6 billion US if all options are exercised.
The firm order comprises 75 Challenger 300 Series jets, with deliveries scheduled to begin in 2014, and 25 Challenger 605 Series jets, with deliveries scheduled to begin in 2015. The options comprise 125 Challenger 300 Series and 50 Challenger 605 Series jets. NetJets’ new Challenger aircraft will feature a NetJets configuration and will be operated in North America and Europe.
The aftermarket agreement will see Bombardier provide scheduled and unscheduled line and heavy maintenance support for NetJets' Challenger 300 Series and Challenger 605 Series aircraft. In addition, their Challenger aircraft fleet will be enrolled in Bombardier's Smart Services programs, the leading cost-per-flight-hour solutions for Bombardier aircraft.
Through its long-term service agreement with NetJets, Bombardier will provide a host of parts and maintenance services, including scheduled and unscheduled line and heavy maintenance support for the Challenger jets through its superior, worldwide Customer Services network of field and support personnel, parts distribution centres and maintenance facilities. Bombardier will also offer comprehensive parts provisioning services to the world's largest business aircraft operator.
NetJets is the worldwide leader in private aviation with a fleet of over 700 aircraft worldwide. The company’s fleet plan is centered on providing NetJets Owners with non-stop capabilities around the globe in the industry’s most advanced business aircraft.
On March 1, 2011, NetJets placed a firm order for 50 Global business jets, with options for an additional 70 Global aircraft. The transaction for the firm order was valued at approximately $2.8 billion US based on list prices. The firm order included 30 Global 5000 and Global 6000 aircraft, with final deliveries scheduled to begin in the fourth quarter of 2012. The sale also included 20 firm orders for Bombardier’s newly launched Global 7000 and Global 8000 jets. Deliveries of these aircraft will begin in 2017. At a total list price exceeding $6.7 billion US, NetJets’ order was the largest aircraft purchase agreement in the history of private aviation.
Montréal, June 7, 2012 – Leading business jet manufacturer Bombardier will showcase its
Challenger 300 and Global 5000 jets at the upcoming Canadian Business Aviation Association (CBAA) Convention, Trade Show and Static Display in Toronto, Ontario, on June 13 & 14, 2012.
Bombardier is the market leader in Canada with its Learjet, Challenger and Global business jets, making up approximately 40 per cent of the overall installed base. In the extra-large aircraft segment, which includes the Global 5000 jet, Bombardier has a 50 per cent market share while the Challenger 300 aircraft, leads with a market share of over 40 per cent in the super midsize jet segment.
Aircraft on Static Display:
Challenger 300 business jet: This first true super-midsize jet offers transcontinental range and superior long-range cruise speed, with eight passengers. It can fly Toronto-Dublin non-stop with a full payload, and its superior airfield performance allows it to operate out of 5,000-foot (1,524 m) runways with ease*. The Challenger 300 jet offers the best performance and value in its class combined with dispatch reliability consistently over 99.7 per cent – this aircraft has exceeded customer expectations since its entry-into-service in 2004.
Global 5000 business jet: This jet combines superior transatlantic speed with the largest cabin in the extra-large segment. The aircraft can connect Toronto-Istanbul non-stop with eight passengers*. New Global 5000 aircraft feature the Vision Flight Deck, state-of-the-art high-speed Internet connectivity and unmatched entertainment options as standard equipment, including a heads-up flight display system with the largest field-of-view of any business aircraft.
*Under certain operating conditions
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Bombardier Aerospace, leading business aircraft manufacturer, today redefined the light jet landscape by launching the Learjet 70 and Learjet 75 aircraft at the European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE) in Geneva.
The new Learjet 70 and Learjet 75 aircraft build on legendary Learjet strengths and successes while leveraging Learjet 85 aircraft technology. The jets will feature a new modern design interior, a next generation cabin management system, the Vision Flight Deck with a state-of-the-art avionics suite, superior aircraft performance and low operating costs. Entry-into-service is scheduled for the first half of 2013.
Performance
The aircraft will have enhanced performance through an engine thrust increase with an improved Honeywell engine, offering improved takeoff field length performance over its predecessor. The new systems will also contribute to weight savings gain and the new canted winglets will improve aerodynamic efficiency. Overall, up to a nine per cent improvement in field performance under hot and high conditions* and up to a four per cent improvement in fuel efficiency are expected.
Cabin
Based on the Learjet 85 aircraft interior design and technology, the Learjet 70 and Learjet 75 aircraft include: improved comfort and styling of the seats; cabin management system featuring individual touchscreen monitors with full audio and video control; LED lighting throughout the entire aircraft; a generous baggage suite and a spacious galley for optimized catering, work and storage space. The advanced connectivity options of the Learjet 70 and Learjet 75 aircraft will ensure the highest levels of convenience.
Vision Flight Deck
A breakthrough in business aviation, the Vision Flight Deck is designed to deliver a completely new cockpit experience. By combining the best in technological advancements with superior design aesthetics, it provides pilots flying Bombardier's Learjet 70 and Learjet 75 aircraft an unprecedented level of control and comfort. The Vision Flight Deck for Learjet 70 and Learjet 75 aircraft will feature the fully integrated Garmin G5000 digital avionics suite, designed with leading edge technology and one of the most intuitive crew interfaces available.
Operating Costs
Upon entry into service, the aircraft will be supported by a maintenance program designed to allow customers to operate to a generous 600 flight hour fixed inspection interval at Bombardier's growing worldwide Customer Services infrastructure. In addition, direct operating costs will be reduced as a result of performance efficiency gains.
Learjet 70 aircraft:
The Learjet 70 aircraft will be able to achieve an exceptional range greater than 2,000 nautical miles at a cruise speed of Mach 0.75. It will connect Chicago-Mexico City and Toluca-Minneapolis non-stop** with six passengers and two crew members.
Learjet 75 aircraft:
With a maximum range greater than 2,000 nautical miles at cruise speeds up to Mach 0.75, the Learjet 75 aircraft will be able to fly four passengers and two crew members non-stop** from Los Angeles to Toronto and Mumbai to Bangkok. Additionally, it will be able to handle a range close to 1,950 nautical miles with eight passengers**.
Disclaimer: the Learjet 70 and Learjet 75 aircraft program is currently in the development phase and as such is subject to changes in family strategy, branding, capacity, performance, design and/or systems. All specifications and data are approximate, may change without notice and are subject to certain operating rules, assumptions and other conditions. This document does not constitute an offer, commitment, representation, guarantee or warranty of any kind. The configuration and performance of the aircraft may differ from the descriptions provided and, together with any related commitment, representations, guarantee or warranty, shall be determined in a final purchase agreement.
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* ISA +15o C (86o F) and 5,000 ft elevation
** Under certain operating conditions
Bombardier Aerospace today shared significant progress details on its all new Learjet 85 aircraft highlighting flight test aircraft production and program test milestones.
Work on the two first flight test aircraft and the complete aircraft static test article is well underway, with the production of hundreds of composite components, including the unique 32-foot composite pressure fuselage. The joining of the nose fuselage to the main pressure fuselage, as well as the assembly of the aft fuselage, vertical stabilizer and tailcone fuselage sections, have all begun at the Bombardier sites in Wichita, Kansas and Querétaro, Mexico.
The first shipments of wing spars and skins, manufactured at Bombardier's site in Belfast,
Northern Ireland, have arrived at the Querétaro site, where wing assembly has started. Additionally, major supplier components, such as the aircraft's Pratt & Whitney Canada PW307B engines, are now on site at the final assembly line in Wichitaé
A ground breaking ceremony on April 30th marked the official start of the next phase of the Learjet Wichita site expansion plan, which includes building a new production flight facility, paint facilities and a new delivery centre to support the Learjet 85 aircraft.
Initial bird strike development testing on the Learjet 85 aircraft has been successfully achieved, and over 85 per cent of the system supplier safety of flight (SOF) test rigs have been commissioned.
The new Learjet 85 aircraft - Redefining the midsize segment
Launched on October 30, 2007, with a customer-driven clean-sheet design, the Learjet 85 aircraft is the largest, fastest and most capable Learjet aircraft ever.
True to its legendary heritage, the Learjet 85 aircraft is set to deliver the extraordinary performance, superior technology and exceptional value Learjet aircraft owners expect. The jet is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW307B engines, each boasting 6,100 pounds of take-off thrust at sea level up to 86oF (30oC) and low noise levels, while the advanced low NOx emitting combustor offers reduced environmental impact. The aircraft targets a high-speed cruise of Mach 0.82 and a transcontinental range of up to 3,000 nautical miles (5,556 km)*.
The Learjet 85 aircraft flight deck combines advanced technology with superior design elements for a cockpit environment unlike any other midsize jet. The latest in technological advancements and superior design aesthetics from Bombardier's Vision Flight Deck are carried over in order to create the ultimate Learjet aircraft flight control environment.
The aircraft's Cabin Management System, developed by Lufthansa Technik, will feature a high-capacity Ethernet network, a digital amplifier to feed the high-fidelity speaker system and an interface to support the aircraft cabin environment, including lighting and temperature control. The system's open architecture also allows for easy integration of third-party equipment and new applications, such as high-definition features.
Learjet is the first name in corporate aviation. Since acquiring Learjet Inc. in 1990, Bombardier Aerospace has carried forward the brand's proud legacy by launching eight high-performance and fuel-efficient Learjet aircraft.
* The Learjet 85 aircraft's long-range cruise speed of M.78 with two crew, four passengers (200 lb each) and 100 NM NBAA IFR reserves. Assumes standard BOW, sea level departure and landing, unrestricted climb, cruise and descent with zero wind and standard (ISA) conditions en route.
Statements about performance and design as stated in this document are solely based on projections and forecasts, and are subject to change without notice.
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Bombardier Aerospace, leading business aircraft manufacturer, will showcase the latest in flight deck innovation and cockpit technology displaying for the first time in Europe its all-new Vision Flight Deck on Global 5000 and Global 6000 jets at this year's European Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (EBACE) in Geneva from May 13-16.
A total of six Bombardier high-performance Learjet, Challenger and Global business jets will be on static display at EBACE, emphasizing Bombardier's comprehensive product portfolio - the largest among all business jet manufacturers.
The super light Learjet 45 XR, midsize Learjet 60 XR, super midsize Challenger 300, widebody Challenger 605 and ultra long-range Global 5000 and Global 6000 jets will be open for viewing on static display at the Geneva International Airport.
Confirmed Media Activities
Sunday, May 13, 2012, 10:00 - 10:45 a.m.
Bombardier Press Conference
EBACE Media centre – Hall 7, room 2
Monday, May 14, 2012, 9:00 – 9:45 a.m.
Vision Flight Deck Photo Opportunity
Bombardier Static Display
Monday, May 14, 2012, 11:00 – 11:45 a.m.
Bombardier Media Event
Bombardier Exhibit
Hall 7 –Booth #7011
*Under certain operating conditions.
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Bombardier Aerospace, leading business jet manufacturer, today announced that its Learjet 60 XR aircraft will soon embark on its first ever tour of Poland. Presented in conjunction with Polish-based business air carrier Blue Jet, the five-city stop schedule, from May 7 to May 11, calls for private viewings in Wroclaw, Krakow, Warsaw, Poznan and Gdansk, as well as a media viewing during the Warsaw leg.
In service since July 2007, the Learjet 60 XR aircraft is a proven model of performance, comfort, value and versatility in the midsize jet market segment. It delivers a high cruise speed of
Mach 0.81 (863 km/hr), superior climb capabilities, proven fuel efficiency and low direct operating costs per nautical mile*. The jet's higher operating altitudes – certified to 51,000 ft (15,545 m) – translate to time savings due to better winds, less traffic and less turbulence. The Learjet 60 XR aircraft can fly from Warsaw to Kuwait non-stop with four passengers and two crew*.
Bombardier, Learjet, Learjet 60 and XR are trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries.
*Under certain operating conditions.
Representatives from four levels of government joined Bombardier Learjet executives and other stakeholders today to highlight the official ground breaking ceremony marking the expansion of Wichita's Learjet site
Joining Bombardier Learjet officials at the ground breaking ceremony were U.S. Senator Jerry Moran, Kansas Secretary of Commerce Pat George, Mayor of Wichita Carl Brewer, and County Commission Chairman, Tim Norton. Ralph Acs recognized them, along with Senator Pat Roberts and Congressman Mike Pompeo for their help in fostering the future of Learjet in Kansas.
The expansion, the largest in Bombardier Learjet's history, includes the Bombardier Flight Test Center, the establishment of Bombardier Centers of Excellence for Engineering and Information Technology, new facilities for paint and production flight testing as well as a new delivery center and employee parking lots. By 2022, more than 1,000 jobs will have been created at Wichita's Learjet site.
Bombardier Aerospace continues to invest in both current production Learjet aircraft as well as innovative products such as the all new Learjet 85 midsize jet. Launched on October 30, 2007, the Learjet 85 aircraft is on schedule for entry into service in 2013.
Bombardier Aerospace today announced the first customer delivery of its Vision Flight Deck on a Global 6000 aircraft. The aircraft, to be operated by Wideworld Services Ltd., was delivered during a special ceremony at Bombardier's facilities in Dorval, Canada, on March 31, 2012.
Bombardier Aerospace and Rockwell Collins are the first to certify synthetic vision imagery on a head-up display (HUD) as part of the Pro Line Fusion® avionics system on the Vision Flight Deck. The Vision Flight Deck for Global jets received EASA certification on February 20, 2012, FAA certification on February 29, 2012, and Transport Canada (TC) certification on June 3, 2011.
The Vision Flight Deck is featured on Global 5000 and Global 6000 jets.
Vision Flight Deck: A breakthrough in business aviation, the Vision Flight Deck is designed to deliver a completely new cockpit experience. By combining the best in technological advancements with superior designer aesthetics, it provides pilots flying Bombardier's Global aircraft an unprecedented level of control and comfort. The Vision Flight Deck introduces the Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion avionics suite, providing an integrated flight deck to ensure interoperability between systems.
Pro Line Fusion for the Vision Flight Deck on Global aircraft features four high-resolution 15-inch diagonal active matrix liquid crystal displays (LCD) arranged in a T-shape working in concert with the Head-up Guidance System (HGS?), personalized formats of display information, an electronic checklist, maps with graphical flight planning, an integrated cursor control panel, a Synthetic-Enhanced Vision System, paperless operation enabled by Dual Electronics Charts, a Future Air Navigation System (FANS), Controller-Pilot Datalink Communication (CPDLC), a Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS), Localizer Performance with Vertical Guidance (LPV) and a MultiScan? Weather Detection system.
Services & Support: Deployed
As the Vision Flight Deck enters service, customers will be able to count on the full range of Bombardier support and services around the world from the outset. Flight and maintenance manuals have been updated and an easy-to-use navigation instruction tool is available for download from a special Vision Flight Deck section of Bombardier Customer Services' Customer Information Centre (CIC) website. The popular Bombardier SmartFix Plus online troubleshooting tool is ready to provide detailed recommendations should the need arise.
Bombardier's expanding worldwide network of parts facilities is being stocked with unique Vision Flight Deck parts. Bombardier Customer Services team members, deployed around the world, are fully trained and ready to support customers and foster a smooth entry-into-service. Bombardier's expansive maintenance network, made up of wholly owned facilities as well as Authorized Service Facilities, is also ready to support Vision Flight Deck operators at entry-into-service, and its training centres are ready to provide high-quality, OEM-backed flight and technical training.
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Bombardier Aerospace today announced that Arab Wings of Amman, Jordan is the first operator in the Middle East to take delivery of a Global 5000 jet featuring the Vision Flight Deck. The new Global 5000 jet joins Arab Wings' fleet of business jets, which also includes Challenger 604 and Challenger 605 aircraft.
Founded in 1975, Arab Wings is one of the first and longest standing private, executive jet charter operators in Jordan and in the Middle East. In addition to charter services, Arab Wings offers aircraft handling, aircraft management and medical evacuation. Arab Wings is owned by the International Wings Group, an aviation holding company established in 2009.
The Arab Wings maintenance facility in Amman is a Bombardier Aircraft-on-Ground (AOG) and Line Maintenance Facility (LMF) for Challenger 604 and Challenger 605 aircraft.
Vision Flight Deck: A breakthrough in business aviation, the Vision Flight Deck is designed to deliver a completely new cockpit experience. By combining the best in technological advancements with superior designer aesthetics, it provides pilots flying Bombardier Global aircraft an unprecedented level of control and comfort. The Vision Flight Deck introduces the Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion® avionics suite, providing an integrated flight deck to ensure interoperability between systems.
Global 5000 Jet: The super large Global 5000 jet combines superior transatlantic speed with the largest cabin in its market segment. It features high-speed Internet connectivity, unmatched entertainment options, a head-up flight display system and one of the largest field-of-view of any business aircraft. With a range of 5,200 NM (9,630 km), the jet can connect city pairs such as Dubai-Perth, London-Los Angeles, Sao Paulo-Paris, Hong Kong-Wellington, New York-Honolulu and at Mach 0.85 (561 mph; 904 km/h) non-stop with eight passengers and three crew*.
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Pro Line Fusion is a registered trademark of Rockwell Collins.
*Under certain operating conditions
Bombardier Aerospace today announced that AVWest of Australia has placed firm orders for five Global 6000 ultra long-range jets, featuring the new Vision Flight Deck. The total value of this overall order is approximately $292.5 million US, based on the 2012 list price for typically equipped aircraft.
AVWest is a large Australian corporate jet operator and also owns and operates the Perth Jet Centre, providing 24-hour ground handling for all types of business aircraft as well as full Fixed Based Operation (FBO) and VIP services. Their current fleet of modern aircraft and helicopters includes a large cabin Challenger 604 and three Global Express XRS jets. In June 2011, Bombardier confirmed that AVWest placed firm orders for four Global 7000 and two Global 8000 jets.
The Global 6000 jet features the largest cabin of any in-service purpose-built corporate aircraft currently on the market – offering more cabin volume and more floor space than its closest competitor. No other in-service business jet in the ultra long-range segment matches the high-speed range capability delivered by this aircraft.
Described as a breakthrough in business aviation, the Vision Flight Deck is designed to deliver a completely new cockpit experience. By combining the best in technological advancements with superior designer aesthetics, it provides pilots flying Bombardier Global aircraft an unprecedented level of control and comfort. The Vision Flight Deck introduces the Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion® avionics suite, providing an integrated flight deck to ensure interoperability between systems.
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Bombardier, Challenger 604, Global, Global 6000, Global 7000, Global 8000, Global Express, Vision Flight Deck and XRS are trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries.
Pro Line Fusion is a registered trademark of Rockwell Collins.
Bombardier Aerospace announced today that its
Vision Flight Deck entered service on schedule on a Global 5000 jet. The aircraft was delivered to Formula 1 champion Niki Lauda, a longtime Bombardier customer, during a special ceremony at Bombardier's Global Completion Centre, in Dorval, Canada.
Bombardier Aerospace and Rockwell Collins are the first to certify synthetic vision imagery on a HUD as part of the Pro Line Fusion® avionics system on the Vision Flight Deck. The Vision Flight Deck for Global jets received EASA certification on February 20, 2012, FAA certification on February 29, 2012, and Transport Canada (TC) certification on June 3, 2011.
Three-time Formula 1 World Champion Niki Lauda has a long history in aviation. He was the founder of Air Lauda in 1979, and in 2003, he founded FlyNiki, which is currently the second largest airline in Austria. The Global 5000 jet is the latest in a series of Bombardier business aircraft that Mr. Lauda has owned and piloted during his career as an aviator. Until recently he operated a Challenger 300 jet as his private aircraft, which he frequently used to travel to Formula 1 races around the world from his home base in Austria.
The Vision Flight Deck is featured on Global 5000 and Global 6000 jets.
Vision Flight Deck: A breakthrough in business aviation, the Vision Flight Deck is designed to deliver a completely new cockpit experience. By combining the best in technological advancements with superior designer aesthetics, it provides pilots flying Bombardier Global aircraft an unprecedented level of control and comfort. The Vision Flight Deck introduces the Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion avionics suite, providing an integrated flight deck to ensure interoperability between systems.
Pro Line Fusion for the Vision Flight Deck on Global aircraft features four high-resolution 15-inch diagonal active matrix liquid crystal displays (LCD) arranged in a T-shape working in concert with the head-up Guidance System (HGS?), personalized formats of display information, an electronic checklist, maps with graphical flight planning, an integrated cursor control panel, a Synthetic-Enhanced Vision System, paperless operation enabled by Dual Electronics Charts, a Future Air Navigation System (FANS), Controller-Pilot Datalink Communication (CPDLC), a Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS), Localizer Performance with Vertical Guidance (LPV) and a MultiScan? Weather Detection system.
Services & Support: Deployed
As the Vision Flight Deck enters service customers will be able to count on the full range of Bombardier support & services around the world from the outset. Flight and maintenance manuals have been updated and an easy-to-use navigation instruction tool is available for download from a special Vision Flight Deck section of Bombardier Customer Services' Customer Information Centre (CIC) website. The popular Bombardier SmartFix Plus online troubleshooting tool is ready to provide detailed recommendations should the need arise.
Bombardier's expanding worldwide network of parts facilities is being stocked with unique Vision Flight Deck parts. Bombardier Customer Services team members, deployed around the world, are fully trained and ready to support customers and foster a smooth entry-into-service. Our expansive maintenance network, made up of wholly owned facilities as well as Authorized Service Facilities, is also ready to support Vision Flight Deck operators at entry-into-service, and our training centres are ready to provide high-quality, OEM-backed flight and technical training.
Bombardier, Challenger 300, Global, Global 5000, Global 6000 and Vision Flight Deck are trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries.
MultiScan and Pro Line Fusion are registered trademarks of Rockwell Collins.
Bombardier Business Aircraft moves forward with its sales force expansion today announcing a new Regional Vice President in the U.S. and six new Sales Directors: three in North America, two in China and one for Africa, Asia and Australia.
North America
Tim White joins Bombardier as Regional Vice President, Sales, Western U.S. He is a licensed pilot and has over 20 years of experience in Aviation, specifically in business aircraft sales. In his former position as Senior Vice-President, Sales, Americas, for Cessna Aircraft Company, Mr. White built an impressive track record and led a large sales organization. He is currently based in Wichita, Kansas.
After two successful years leading the Western U.S. sales team, Scott Westfall has elected to pursue his passion for working directly with Bombardier customers and returns to the field, as Sales Director for the Rocky Mountains territory.
Denis Jubinville was appointed as Sales Director, U.S., Pacific, Southwest. Denis joined Bombardier Aerospace in 1997 as a Business analyst and quickly became a Marketing Manager in 1999 before being promoted to the position of Sales Director for Bombardier Flexjet in 2006.
Antony Regillo is promoted to the position of Sales Director, Canada. Mr. Regillo joined Bombardier in 2002 and gained valuable experience as a Sales Account Representative for Europe and Africa before being appointed Sales Manager, Canada in 2010.
Denise Bell is promoted to the position of Sales Director, Southeast U.S. Ms. Bell joined Bombardier in 2001 in Customer Support. She became Regional Sales Manager for Central and South Florida in 2006 before being appointed Sales Manager, South-Eastern U.S. in 2010.
China
In China, Bombardier continues to grow its sales team, with the addition of two new Sales Directors. Alfred Wang joins Bombardier as Sales Director, Greater China. Mr. Wang has over 10 years of aviation experience, including a recent position as Sales Director at GE Aviation for the Greater China Region. Yu Yubin joins the team as Sales Director, Greater China. Mr. Yubin has 15 years of experience in aviation, including positions as General Manager for ExecuJet Aviation Group and Sales Director for Airbus.
Africa, Asia and Australia
Chiko Kundi is appointed Sales Director, Pre-Owned Aircraft for Africa, Asia and Australia.
Mr. Kundi joined Bombardier in 2005 as a Supply Chain Business Analyst and became Sales Manager, Pre-Owned Aircraft for Africa and Asia and Australia in 2010.
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Bombardier Aerospace today expanded its range to the elite tennis racquet set naming top-ranked champion Novak Djokovic as a Learjet Brand Ambassador. He joins an exclusive list of Bombardier Business Aircraft brand ambassadors including actor and pilot John Travolta, architect Frank Gehry, maestro Valery Gergiev, and classical pianist Lang Lang.
Ranked World No. 1 by the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) since July 2011, to date Novak Djokovic has won five Grand Slam singles titles: the 2008, 2011 and 2012 Australian Open, 2011 Wimbledon Championships and the 2011 US Open. In 2011, he became the sixth male player to win three Majors in a calendar year and is the youngest player to have reached the semifinals of all four Grand Slam events, separately and consecutively.
Learjet business aircraft: With over 45 years of history marked by a multitude of performance records, Learjet aircraft are the world's first purpose-built business jets. The creation of inventor Bill Lear, who designed the first Learjet aircraft based on a Swiss fighter-bomber, Learjet aircraft are renowned worldwide for their sleek ramp appeal and favoured by pilots for their handling characteristics and high-performance.
Since acquiring the Learjet Corporation, Bombardier has revitalized both the brand and the product line, bringing to market no less than eight new models, including the new Learjet 85 aircraft.
Bombardier and Learjet celebrate a significant milestone with the entry into service of the 400th manufactured Learjet 60 business jet. The aircraft, a Learjet 60 XR model, was delivered to Cinépolis, a corporation based in Morelia, Mexico, during a special ceremony in Morelia on February 28, 2012.
Founded in 1994, Cinépolis operates 265 cinemas with 2,690 screens in Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Brazil and India. Cinépolis' parent company, Organización Ramirez SA de CV, also has activities in the real estate and automotive sectors in Mexico.
In service since July 2007, the Learjet 60 XR aircraft is a proven model of performance, comfort, value and versatility in the midsize jet market segment. It delivers a high cruise speed of Mach 0.81 (861 km/hr), superior climb capabilities, proven fuel efficiency and low direct operating costs per nautical mile*. The jet's higher operating altitudes – certified to 51,000 ft (15,545 m) – translate to time savings due to better winds, less traffic and less turbulence.
The Learjet 60 XR aircraft can fly from Buenos Aires to Lima and São Paulo to Boa Vista non-stop with four passengers and two crew*.
*Under certain operating conditions.
Bombardier, Learjet, Learjet 60 and XR are trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries.
Bombardier Aerospace today announced that it has selected Aviation Performance Solutions LLC (APS) to provide Live Upset Recovery Training as part of its innovative Leading Edge Program offered to customers of Learjet, Challenger and Global business aircraft.
The Leading Edge program is based on Bombardier's renowned Safety Standdown program. Its principles of knowledge-based training, along with personal discipline and responsibility as essential elements of aviation professionalism and safety, offer Bombardier customers a comprehensive safety training toolkit to aid in developing a safety management, human factors and error control program, a fatigue risk management system and live upset recovery training.
Bombardier has brought together leaders in aviation safety training for its Leading Edge program:
- APS offers Bombardier operators a comprehensive Loss of Control in flight solutions via on-aircraft, computer-based, and advanced full-flight simulator. APS is the only Part 141 Flight School currently certified in the delivery of all of upset recovery, stall / spin and instrument recovery training courses worldwide.
- Convergent Performance, LLC, founded by Dr. Tony Kern, human factors expert and Safety Standdown presenter, provides the pilot reliability certification online safety courses and a Toolkit which assists Bombardier business aircraft operators with the Human Factors portion of their existing Safety Management System.
- Alertness Solutions offers customers a scientific approach to fatigue, providing scientific findings on sleep, performance and optimization of duty and rest scheduling, as well as multimedia presentations to aid operators in maintaining compliance of certification requirements related to fatigue.
Montréal, January 31, 2012 - Bombardier Aerospace and NetJets® today celebrated the first key milestone linked to last year's historic Global aircraft sales announcement. A special ceremony to highlight NetJets' first Bombardier aircraft, a Global 6000 jet, was attended by executives from NetJets and Bombardier as well as 1,000 Bombardier employees at the company's Toronto site.
The event, held just prior to the jet's ferry flight from the assembly line in Toronto, Ontario, to the Global Completion Centre in Dorval, Québec, marked the official hand over of the first aircraft from the build team to the completions team.
NetJets is the worldwide leader in private aviation with a fleet of more than 750 aircraft worldwide. The decision to add the Global family of aircraft to the NetJets fleet was based on NetJets' commitment to providing their owners with custom designed aircraft equipped with the latest advances in safety, technology, performance and comfort, as well as responding to the growing demand for ultra long-range, large cabin aircraft. The NetJets Global 6000 aircraft will be configured for up to 13 passengers, featuring an aft cabin state room and full service galley with flight attendant service for ultra long-range flights such as Seattle-Tokyo non-stop*.
On March 1 2011, NetJets placed a firm order for 50 Global business jets with options for an additional 70 Global aircraft. The transaction for the firm order is valued at approximately $2.8 billion US based on list prices. The firm order includes 30 Global 5000 and Global 6000 aircraft, with final deliveries scheduled to begin in the fourth quarter of 2012. The sale includes 20 firm orders for Bombardier's newly launched Global 7000 and Global 8000 jets. Deliveries of these aircraft will begin in 2017. At a total retail price exceeding $6.7 billion US, NetJets' order was the largest aircraft purchase agreement in the history of private aviation.
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Las Vegas, October 10, 2011 – Bombardier Aerospace today revealed more information about the selection of seven suppliers on major packages on its new Global 7000 and Global 8000 jets. The awarding of these contracts to renowned aerospace companies, who will design and manufacture key systems, is an important milestone in the program development.
Rockwell Collins has been selected for the avionics system and primary flight control computer; Parker Aerospace, the hydraulics system and fly-by-wire flight control technology; Messier-Bugatti-Dowty, the main and nose landing gear system; Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems (MABS), the wheels and braking system; Liebherr-Aerospace, the air management system; Apparatebau Gauting GmbH (AOA), the water and waste system; and Arrowhead Products, the ducting system.
Previously announced suppliers to the program include: Aerolia, for the centre fuselage; General Electric Aviation, for the integrated propulsion system; Hamilton Sundstrand, for the electrical system, auxiliary power unit and wing high-lift system; Intertechnique, for the fuel, fuel inerting and oxygen systems; and Triumph Aerostructures for the wing.
Las Vegas, October 9, 2011 – Bombardier Aerospace today announced that production of its new Learjet 85 aircraft has officially begun as the program successfully exited the Aircraft Level Critical Design Review. Development and production teams in Wichita, Kansas; Montréal, Québec; Belfast, Northern Ireland; and Querétaro, Mexico, are actively engaged in the manufacturing validation phase.
The Querétaro site is operational with production tooling in place. To date, several test fuselages and key elements of the composite structure have been produced at the facility to validate the manufacturing and assembly processes. In addition, a full-length composite fuselage has been assembled, and production of the first flight test vehicle is underway.
In Wichita, the first phase of expansion is complete and the site is ready for the start of final assembly. Phase two of the expansion plan, which includes building a new production flight facility, is scheduled to begin in 2012, while phase three - the paint facility and new delivery centre - is on track to be completed in 2013.
Production of wing spars and planks using Resin Transfer Infusion (RTI) technology was successfully launched at the Belfast site in spring 2011. Several sets of spars are now complete, and shipments to the Querétaro site, where wing assembly will take place, have begun.
The Learjet 85 aircraft program supply base has started the fabrication of parts, and is on track with approximately 40 per cent of dedicated supplier test rigs that are operational, running their respective systems prior to shipment to the final line. As part of Bombardier's technology readiness program, over 12,000 test pieces have been produced to date. The first Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) structural certification test project was successfully completed this summer.
There are currently more than 1,700 employees working on the Learjet 85 aircraft program across Bombardier Aerospace's sites worldwide.
The new Learjet 85 aircraft – Redefining the midsize segment
Launched on October 30, 2007, with a customer-driven clean-sheet design, the Learjet 85 aircraft is positioned between the midsize Learjet 60 XR and the super midsize Challenger 300 jets.
True to its legendary heritage, the Learjet 85 aircraft is set to deliver the extraordinary performance, superior technology and exceptional value Learjet aircraft owners expect. The jet is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW307B engines, each boasting 6,100 pounds of take-off thrust at sea level 86°F (30°C) and low noise levels, while the advanced low NOx emission combustor offers reduced environmental impact. The aircraft targets a high-speed cruise of Mach 0.82 and a transcontinental range of up to 3,000 nautical miles (5,556 km)*.
The Learjet 85 aircraft flight deck combines advanced technology with superior design elements for a cockpit environment unlike any other midsize jet. The latest in technological advancements and superior design aesthetics from Bombardier's Global Vision flight deck are carried over in order to create the ultimate Learjet aircraft flight control environment.
The aircraft's customized version Cabin Management System, developed by Lufthansa Technik, will feature a high-capacity Ethernet network with a digital amplifier to feed the high-fidelity speaker system and an interface to support the aircraft cabin environment, including lighting and temperature control. The system's open architecture also allows for easy integration of third-party equipment and new applications, such as high-definition features.
Learjet is the first name in corporate aviation. Since acquiring Learjet Inc. in 1990, Bombardier Aerospace has carried forward the brand's proud legacy by launching eight high-performance and fuel-efficient Learjet aircraft.
Montréal, October 7, 2011 – Bombardier Aerospace, the world's leading business aircraft manufacturer, today welcomed highly acclaimed Frank Gehry as a Global aircraft brand ambassador. Gehry joins maestro Valery Gergiev and classical pianist Lang Lang in representing Bombardier Business Aircraft's flagship brand through the I Am Global campaign.
Frank Gehry's works are recognized worldwide as being among the most important works of contemporary architecture. His works include the titanium-covered Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, the Cinémathèque française in Paris and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in downtown Los Angeles. His many projects around the world require him to travel extensively and remain productive while flying, making business aviation a natural fit for his lifestyle.
Canadian-born, Gehry has won several awards during his illustrious career, including the Pritzker Architecture Prize, the Henry C. Turner Prize for Innovation in Construction Technology and a Gold Medal from the American Institute of Architecture in recognition of his significant body of work having a lasting influence on the theory and practice of architecture. The choice by 52 architectural experts of the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao as the most important piece of architecture built since 1980 led Vanity Fair magazine to name him "the most important architect of our age" in July 2010.
Montréal, October 7, 2011 – Bombardier Aerospace today announced that it has strengthened its Business Aircraft sales team in China and Asia-Pacific to increase its focus on the growing activity and volume in the region. The territory is now overseen by a Vice-President and two Regional Vice-Presidents.
Christophe Degoumois has been promoted to the position of Vice-President responsible for China, Asia-Pacific, Australia, Central and Eastern Europe, Russia and Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) countries. Christophe has been with Bombardier Business Aircraft for over seven years and has had great success as Regional Vice-President Central and Eastern Europe, Russia and CIS countries over the past five years. One of his key strengths is managing and developing successful sales campaigns in emerging markets, a key component of his achievements in Russia and CIS countries.
Michael Han is promoted to the newly created position of Regional Vice-President, China. Michael has an impressive sales track record and brings with him a wealth of knowledge and experience through his 15 years in the aviation industry, most recently as Bombardier Business Aircraft's Sales Director for Greater China.
After 33 years of service, David Dixon will be leaving Bombardier. David has been instrumental in developing our business in the Asia-Pacific region and will be assisting with a smooth transition until the end of 2011. Bombardier thanks him for his tremendous contribution and wishes him the very best and continued success.
An announcement regarding the appointment of the Regional Vice-President, Asia-Pacific and Australia will be made at a later date.
Montréal, July 28, 2011 – Bombardier Aerospace today announced that it has selected EMS Aviation to provide new increased high-speed internet connectivity as an option for Global 5000 and Global 6000 business jets. The new system features ViaSat Ku-band communication system and EMS router equipment, providing a virtual office in the sky with typical download speeds as experienced on the ground*; and complements the aircraft's standard L-band SwiftBroadband system. Designed to operate with the ViaSat Yonder® high-speed Internet service and available through service partners**, the system offers increased connectivity and multi-regional service coverage.
With Yonder high-speed Internet service, the Global 5000 and Global 6000 business jets will feature full Internet connectivity (Wi-Fi), Virtual Private Network (VPN), e-mail with attachments via laptops, voice-over IP (VoIP) and the use of other Wi-Fi devices. The high-speed data suite includes typical* download speeds to aircraft of above 1 megabits per second (Mbps) and upload from the aircraft speeds of more than 128 kilobits per second (kbps).
The high-speed Internet suite includes the ViaSat VMT-1500 shipset and EMS Aviation's CNX® 200 Network Accelerator (router) that provides bandwidth usage optimization through data compression algorithms for the selected link, and automatic switching modes based on connected link quality or availability (SwiftBroadband or Yonder).
Montréal, July 27, 2011 – Bombardier Aerospace today announced that after a very successful launch last year, Safety Standdown Latin America is returning to Brazil for a second edition of the highly acclaimed seminar. The seminar is scheduled to be held on Wednesday, August 10, at the Grand Hyatt São Paulo Hotel on the eve of the opening of the eighth annual Latin American Business Aviation Conference and Exhibition (LABACE).
Held in Wichita (Kansas), Geneva (Switzerland) and for a first time this year in Shanghai (China), Safety Standdown returns to Brazil, a key market for the development of business aviation.
The Latin American edition of Safety Standdown will feature a line-up of internationally renowned presenters: Captain Gene Cernan, United States Navy (ret.), Commander, Apollo 17; Dr. Tony Kern, Chief Executive Officer and Senior Partner, Convergent Performance, LLC, on safety culture; Kevin Gregory, Vice President and Senior Scientist, Alertness Solutions, on managing sleep and fatigue; Pat Daily, Executive Vice President, Convergent Performance, LLC, on avoidance and recovery techniques for in-flight upsets; Jason Taussig, Operations Training Supervisor, Denver International Airport on runway safety, and Rick Rowe, Chief Pilot, Flight Operations, Bombardier Business Aircraft, on safety and professionalism.
Safety Standdown is the first safety program of its kind that is developed primarily for professionals in the business aviation community, and to date, no other safety event held in Latin America has focused so exclusively on this industry. The world-class conference provides attendees with unprecedented insight into the human factors that cause errors and the latest training approaches – beyond the regulatory skill-based training – in order to avoid them.
This initiative can benefit all operators – regardless of the type of aircraft they fly or its manufacturer – as they discover first-hand how they can apply the latest safety intelligence and expertise to their operations.
Bombardier pioneering safety worldwide
Originally conceived as a safety-training event for the Learjet flight demonstration team, the conference quickly gained a reputation for excellence beyond Bombardier's customer base. In 1999, growing interest prompted Bombardier to open the event to all pilots – whether corporate, commercial or military. As a further means of endorsing the program, Bombardier has elected to offer this training free-of-charge to all participants.
Safety Standdown has been endorsed by top aeronautical training institutions for the quality and depth of its content. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, the National Test Pilot School and NBAA Certified Aviation Manager (CAM) all offer continuing education credits to all attendees. As of June 2011, close to 5,000 pilots, crew members, safety specialists and industry officials have graduated from Safety Standdown.
On-line registration and additional details are available at www.safetystanddown.com.
Paris, June 21, 2011 – Bombardier Aerospace today announced that VistaJet of Switzerland has placed a firm order for 10 Global 8000 aircraft. The total value of the order is approximately $650 million US, based on the 2011 list price for typically equipped aircraft.
VistaJet, a privately owned company offering revolutionary business aviation solutions through its one-of-a-kind Flight Solutions Program, exclusively purchases and operates Bombardier business aircraft. Just one month ago, Bombardier confirmed that VistaJet ordered two Challenger 605 and six Global 6000 jets in late January 2011. This latest Global aircraft order raises VistaJet's order backlog value to approximately $2 billion US.
Montreal, June 3, 2011 – Bombardier Aerospace announced that today, its Global Vision flight deck was granted certification from Transport Canada (TC).
Bombardier Aerospace and Rockwell Collins will be the first to certify synthetic vision on a head-up display (HUD) as part of the Pro Line Fusion avionics system on the Global Vision flight deck. In April 2011, Rockwell Collins announced it obtained all Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Technical Standard Orders for its Pro Line Fusion avionics suite, the first application of which will be featured in the Global Vision flight deck.
Certification from the FAA and European Aviation Safety Agency are expected to follow later this year. Entry-into-service is on schedule for early 2012.
The Global Vision flight deck will be featured on Global 5000 and Global 6000 jets.
Global Vision flight deck: A breakthrough in business aviation, the Global Vision flight deck is designed to deliver a completely new cockpit experience. By combining the best in technological advancements with superior designer aesthetics, it provides pilots flying Bombardier Global aircraft an unprecedented level of control and comfort. The Global Vision flight deck introduces the Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion avionics suite, providing an integrated flight deck to ensure interoperability between systems.
The Pro Line Fusion features four high-resolution 15-inch diagonal active matrix liquid crystal displays (LCD) arranged in a T-shape working in concert with the Head-up Guidance System (HGS), personalized formats of display information, an electronic checklist, maps with graphical flight planning, an integrated cursor control panel, a Synthetic-Enhanced Vision System, paperless operation enabled by Dual Electronics Charts, a Future Air Navigation System (FANS), Controller-Pilot Datalink Communication (CPDLC), a Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS), Localizer Performance with Vertical Guidance (LPV) and a MultiScan Weather Detection system.
Geneva, May 18, 2011 – Bombardier Aerospace's Learjet 85 aircraft development program continues to forge ahead. Development and production teams in Wichita, Kansas; Montréal, Québec; Belfast, Northern Ireland; and Querétaro, Mexico, are actively engaged as work has transitioned from the detail design phase to the build, test and validate phase. The Learjet 85 aircraft program is moving towards its scheduled entry-into-service in 2013.
In April 2011, the Integrated Product Development Team (IPDT) completed the aircraft level critical design review, a major product development milestone. The supply base is fully engaged in the preparation and commissioning of systems test rigs, enabling the various suppliers to exercise their respective systems, identify and implement corrective action prior to supplying parts to the final assembly line in Wichita. Methods and logistics teams are now coordinating production tooling, as well as sourcing and expediting parts to be shipped to the Querétaro site.
In Montréal, the IPDT is focused on completing the last production drawings for the test aircraft and, in Wichita, the construction of the Learjet 85 aircraft final assembly line building, the first of four phases of the site expansion, has begun.
The Belfast team successfully manufactured the first production wing spars using its innovative Resin Transfer Infusion (RTI) technology, and wing skins are currently in production. Both the spars and skins will be shipped to the Querétaro facility for final wing assembly.
Production of parts has begun at the Mexico Manufacturing Centre in Querétaro, and the production of the majority of composite parts for the first aircraft is underway.
There are currently 1,300 employees working on the Learjet 85 aircraft program across Bombardier's sites in Belfast, Mexico, Montréal and Wichita.
The new Learjet 85 aircraft – Redefining the midsize segment
Launched on October 30, 2007, with a customer-driven clean-sheet design, the Learjet 85 aircraft is positioned between the midsize Learjet 60 XR and the super midsize Challenger 300 jets.
True to its legendary heritage, the Learjet 85 aircraft is set to deliver the extraordinary performance, superior technology and exceptional value Learjet aircraft owners expect. The jet is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW307B engines, each boasting 6,100 pounds of take-off thrust at sea level 86?F (30?C) and low noise levels, while the advanced low NOx emission combustor offers reduced environmental impact. The aircraft targets a high-speed cruise of Mach 0.82 and a transcontinental range of up to 3,000 nautical miles (5,556 km)*.
The Learjet 85 aircraft flight deck combines advanced technology with superior design elements for a cockpit environment unlike any other midsize jet. The latest in technological advancements and superior design aesthetics from Bombardier's Global Vision flight deck are carried over in order to create the ultimate Learjet aircraft flight control environment.
The aircraft's customized version Cabin Management System, developed by Lufthansa Technik, will feature a high-capacity Ethernet network with a digital amplifier to feed the high-fidelity speaker system and an interface to support the aircraft cabin environment, including lighting and temperature control. The system's open architecture also allows for easy integration of third-party equipment and new applications, such as high-definition features.
Learjet is the first name in corporate aviation. Since acquiring Learjet Inc. in 1990, Bombardier Aerospace has carried forward the brand's proud legacy by launching eight high-performance and fuel-efficient Learjet aircraft.
* The Learjet 85 aircraft's long-range cruise speed of M.78 with two crew, four passengers (200 lb each) and 100 NM NBAA IFR reserves. Assumes standard BOW, sea level departure and landing, unrestricted climb, cruise and descent with zero wind and standard (ISA) conditions en route.
Statements about performance and design as stated in this document are solely based on projections and forecasts, and are subject to change without notice.
Geneva, May 17, 2011 – Bombardier Aerospace today announced that it has delivered a Challenger 605 aircraft to Mr. Ahmed Al Jarallah, based in Kuwait City, State of Kuwait. This aircraft will be operated by Gulf Wings and is the fourth Challenger aircraft in their fleet.
Ahmed Al Jarallah is the editor-in-chief of Al-Seyassah, a highly regarded Kuwaiti news and entertainment industry company founded in 1965. Its daily newspaper has a circulation of 70,000 units, and its website is one of the most visited in the country.
Bombardier's Challenger 605 and Challenger 600 Series jets lead the large aircraft segment in the Middle East with a market share of 73 per cent.
Bombardier Customer Services in the Middle East
Bombardier has a significant service and support presence in the Middle East, including a Regional Support Office and a parts depot in Dubai. These facilities are complemented by two authorized service facilities – ExecuJet Aviation in Dubai, and the recently added Arab Wings in Jordan. Bombardier offers a comprehensive network of field support specialists throughout the region, on-site support via Mobile Response Teams and the PartsExpress airborne parts delivery service.
Challenger 605 aircraft
Featuring the widest stand-up cabin of any large category business jet available today, the Challenger 605 jet builds on the legacy of quality and reliability of its predecessor, the acclaimed Challenger 604 jet, leading its market share segment throughout the world. The Challenger 605 jet can whisk eight passengers and two crew from Kuwait to London or Kuwait to Seoul non-stop*.
*Under certain operating conditions.
Geneva, May 16, 2011 – Bombardier Aerospace today announced suppliers for two major structural packages and six systems for the Global 7000 and Global 8000 business aircraft program and identified some of the aircraft structural components that it will design and manufacture at its own facilities.
Four suppliers join the program along with General Electric Aviation, who was announced as the integrated propulsion system provider in October 2010. Aerolia, a division of EADS, will design and manufacture the centre fuselage. Hamilton Sundstrand, a United Technologies company, will provide the electrical system, auxiliary power unit and wing high-lift system. Intertechnique, a Zodiac Aerospace company, will provide the fuel system, fuel inerting system and oxygen system, and Triumph Aerostructures will design and manufacture the all-new high-speed transonic wing.
Electing to maintain design and manufacturing responsibility at its facilities for components that have a high degree of commonality with the existing Global aircraft family products, Bombardier also confirmed that it will design and manufacture the forward fuselage, aft fuselage and empennage for the two aircraft.
* Under certain operating conditions.
Geneva, May 16, 2011 – Bombardier Aerospace today announced that the Challenger 300 business jet fleet, powered by Honeywell's HTF7000 turbofan propulsion system, has surpassed one million hours of in-flight engine service.
The Challenger 300 jet quickly earned a reputation for reliability and dependability. With a dispatch reliability that is consistently over 99.7 per cent, the Challenger 300 jet, along with its HTF7000 engines, is the industry benchmark for super midsize aircraft.
Challenger 300 aircraft: A bespoke customer-designed aircraft, the Challenger 300 jet offers transcontinental range and superior long-range cruise speed with eight passengers. It can fly Geneva-Dubai non-stop* with a full payload, and its superior airfield performance allows the aircraft to operate out of 5,000-foot (1,524-m) runways with ease*. The Challenger 300 business jet offers the best performance and value amongst its competitors and has consistently exceeded customer expectations. With over 300 Challenger 300 jets in service, it is the market leader amongst its peers.
* Under certain operating conditions
Montréal, May 12, 2011 – Leading business aircraft manufacturer Bombardier Aerospace is set to land in force at this year's European Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (EBACE) in Geneva, Switzerland, from May 16-19. Six of its high-performance Learjet, Challenger and Global business jets will be on static display at the show, emphasizing Bombardier's comprehensive aircraft range – the widest product offering of all business jet manufacturers.
As we move towards the first deliveries of the new Global Vision flight deck, Bombardier has renamed its leading Global Express XRS jet the Global 6000 jet. All Global 6000 jets will feature the Global Vision flight deck, which is on track for entry into service in 2012.
The super light Learjet 45 XR aircraft, midsize Learjet 60 XR aircraft, super midsize Challenger 300 jet, the widebody Challenger 605 jet, the large cabin Challenger 850 jet, and the ultra long-range Global 6000 aircraft will be open for viewing on static display at the Geneva International Airport.
Bombardier Aircraft on Static Display at EBACE 2011
Learjet 45 XR aircraft: When compared to its closest competitor, the eight-to-nine passenger Learjet 45 XR aircraft flies faster and farther, with more passengers*. The Learjet 45 XR aircraft passenger cabin area is approximately 15 inches (38 cm) longer and features the only double-club seating configuration in its class, making it the perfect business tool for charter and fractional operators.
Learjet 60 XR aircraft: The Learjet 60 XR aircraft is a proven model of performance, comfort, value and technology in the midsize jet market segment. Itdelivers a high cruise speed of Mach 0.81 (861 km/hr), superior climb capabilities, proven fuel efficiency and low direct operating costs per nautical mile*. The jet's higher operating altitudes – certified to 51,000 ft (15,545 m) – translate to time savings due to better winds, less traffic and less turbulence.
Challenger 300 aircraft: This first true super midsize aircraft offers transcontinental range and superior long-range cruise speed, with eight passengers. It can fly Geneva-Dubai non-stop with a full payload and its superior airfield performance allows it to operate out of 5,000-foot (1,524-m) runways with ease*. The Challenger 300 jet offers the best performance and value in its class combined with dispatch reliability consistently over 99.7 per cent – this aircraft has exceeded customer expectations since its entry into service in 2004.
Challenger 605 aircraft: The Challenger 605 jet builds on the legacy of quality and reliability of its predecessor, the acclaimed Challenger 604 jet, leading its market share segment throughout the world. Featuring one of the widest stand-up cabins of any large category business jet available today, the Challenger 605 jet can whisk five passengers from Geneva to New York non-stop*, in superior comfort. The Bombardier Enhanced Vision System (BEVS) is offered as optional equipment on the Challenger 605 jet.
Challenger 850 aircraft: The Challenger 850 aircraft combines the proven performance and value of the Challenger business jet with the outstanding dependability of a CRJ200 airliner. The Challenger 850 aircraft is a unique solution for executive requirements offering unparalleled flexibility and comfort, taking advantage of the widebody cabin, reliability and maintainability of its airliner heritage.
Global 6000 aircraft: The Global 6000 business jet, formerly the Global Express XRS, features the largest cabin of any purpose-built corporate aircraft – offering more cabin volume and more floor space than its closest competitor. No other business jet in the ultra long-range segment matches the high-speed range capability delivered by this aircraft. Offering the ultimate in cabin comfort, this impressive jet can link Geneva-São Paulo and Geneva-Singapore non-stop with eight passengers and three-to-four crew*.
Confirmed Media Activities
Monday, May 16, 2011, 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Bombardier Press Conference
EBACE Media centre – Hall 6, room 2
Tuesday, May 17, 2011, 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Bombardier Press Conference
EBACE Media centre – Hall 6, room 3
Wednesday, May 18, 2011, 12:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Bombardier Pre-Paris Airshow Media Briefing
Mövenpick Hotel & Casino
20, route du Pré-Bois, C.P. 556, 1215 Geneva
Belle Époque room
*Under certain operating conditions.
Montréal, April 25, 2011 – Bombardier Aerospace today announced that its Learjet 60 XR aircraft will visit several cities in Latin America and the Caribbean during a demonstration tour from April 25 to May 21, 2011.
The high-performance jet will visit Medellín, Colombia, from April 25-27; Bogotá, Colombia, from April 28-30; Buenos Aires, Argentina, from May 1-9; São Paulo, Brazil, from May 10-11; Belo Horizonte, Brazil, from May 12-13; Goiânia, Brazil, on May 14; Fortaleza, Brazil, on May 16; Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, from May 18-19; and San Juan, Puerto Rico, from May 20-21.
In service since July 2007, the Learjet 60 XR aircraft is a proven model of performance, comfort, value and versatility in the midsize jet market segment. It delivers a high cruise speed of Mach 0.81 (861 km/hr), superior climb capabilities, proven fuel efficiency and low direct operating costs per nautical mile*. The jet's higher operating altitudes – certified to 51,000 ft (15,545 m) – translate to time savings due to better winds, less traffic and less turbulence.
The Learjet 60 XR aircraft can fly from Buenos Aires to Lima and São Paulo to Boa Vista non-stop with four passengers and two crew*. It is available with the Signature Series interiors, which combine bold design elements with increased functionality to bring the large cabin concept to a midsize jet.
*Under certain operating conditions.
Montréal, April 12, 2011 – Bombardier Aerospace today announced that the highly acclaimed Bombardier Safety Standdown is expanding to Asia with the introduction of its first event in Shanghai, China, scheduled to be held at the Le Royal Meridien Shanghai on Thursday, June 9, 2011.
The Bombardier Safety Standdown pioneering approach to safety training provides pilots, aircrew and flight departments with insight into the factors that precipitate errors in judgment and highlights ways to mitigate them. Focusing on the human factors behind safety in the aircraft, the seminar format combines knowledge-based and skill-based training with a line-up of internationally recognized speakers and presenters.
Safety Standdown is offered free of charge to all attendees. All aircraft operators, flight crews and aircraft maintenance personnel are welcome and encouraged to attend, regardless of the type of aircraft they operate. All program materials and lunches are included and certificates of completion are awarded. Registration information is available at: www.safetystanddown.com.
Bombardier pioneering safety worldwide
The annual Safety Standdown event in Wichita, Kansas, is firmly established as an aviation industry pillar and will be celebrating its 15th anniversary in 2011. Bombardier is keen to spread its safety initiative worldwide through seminars in Europe, Latin America and now Asia. Over the years, the program quickly gained a reputation for excellence throughout the aviation community. As of October 2010, close to 5,000 pilots, crewmembers, safety specialists and industry officials have graduated from Safety Standdown.
Toluca, Mexico, April 7, 2011 – Bombardier Aerospace today announced changes to its business aircraft sales team in Latin America and the Caribbean as Stéphane LeRoy is named Sales Director, South America and Caribbean.
Mr. LeRoy has spent over 13 years in international sales in the aviation industry. With Bombardier since 2001, he has held various management positions and brings hands-on experience in strategy, marketing, sales support and contracts. He is responsible for all Learjet, Challenger and Global aircraft sales in South America and the Caribbean, excluding Brazil. Mr. Leroy is based in Montréal.
The Bombardier Business Aircraft sales team in Latin America is comprised of Fabio Rebello, Regional Vice President, Sales, Latin America; João Lisboa, Sales Director, Brazil; Saul Arceo, Sales Director, Mexico and Central America; Stéphane LeRoy, Sales Director, South America and Caribbean and Humberto Moas, Sales Director, Pre-Owned, Latin America and Southern Florida.
Montréal, April 5, 2011 – Bombardier Aerospace today announced it has received firm orders from an undisclosed customer for three Challenger and three Global jets. The transaction is valued at approximately $255 million US based on the 2010 list price for typically equipped aircraft.
Montréal, March 30, 2011 - Bombardier today celebrated a significant program milestone with the entry into service of its 100th Global 5000 business jet. Heritage Aviation, a Vermont corporation, took delivery of the jet during a ceremony at Bombardier Aerospace's Global Completion Centre in Dorval, Québec. Customer representatives, company leaders and almost 1,000 employees from the Global aircraft program, as well as many suppliers, were on hand to mark the occasion.
Located at the Burlington International Airport, Heritage Aviation is a diversified aviation services company that provides FBO, charter, aircraft management and award-winning maintenance. In addition, the facility is one of the first LEED-certified hangars in the United States, with added features that utilize solar and wind energy, rain water collection and reuse, and also includes one of the largest green roofs in New England. The new Global 5000 jet joins a Challenger 604 jet, along with eight other aircraft in the fleet. Heritage is also certified for airframe maintenance on Challenger 604, Global Express XRS and Global 5000 jets.
The Global aircraft platform gained instant worldwide recognition for design and performance when it was first introduced in 1996 with the Global Express aircraft, and Global aircraft have since become renowned as the industry's most advanced jets.
Hong Kong, China, March 9, 2011 - Bombardier Aerospace today announced the delivery of the first Challenger 300 jet to be operated from China to Donghai Jet Co., Ltd. based in Shenzhen, Southern China. The aircraft is the first of five Challenger 300 jets ordered by Donghai Jet on November 13, 2010.
The aircraft was handed over today during a special ceremony with Donghai Jet and Bombardier executives at Asian Aerospace International Expo and Congress 2011 in
Hong Kong. The Challenger 300 business jet joins a Challenger 605 aircraft, already in operation in Donghai Jet's fleet.
Donghai Jet Co., Ltd. is headquartered at Shenzhen airport and was jointly established by Shenzhen Donggang Investment Development Ltd, East Pacific Holdings Ltd. and Win Glory Enterprises Ltd., a Sino-foreign joint venture. In addition to charter services, Donghai Jet Co., Ltd. provides trading consultation, management and maintenance services for business jets.
Present in China for over 50 years, Bombardier is best positioned to offer its customers the required support for their increasing travel requirements. Bombardier Business Aircraft operates sales offices in Beijing and in Hong Kong and has three Authorized Service Facilities in the region. In addition, a Regional Support Office in Hong Kong is scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2011.
China is among a number of countries emerging as key markets for business aviation. Globalization, increased travel requirements by business people and a general positive trend towards the acceptance of business aircraft use are among the contributors to increased activity in the region. The Bombardier Business Aircraft Market Forecast, published in July 2010, predicts business aviation industry deliveries of 600 aircraft in China for the 10-year period covering 2010-2019.
*Under certain operating conditions.
Bombardier, Bombardier Enhanced Vision System, Challenger, Challenger 300, Challenger 604 and Challenger 605 are either registered or unregistered trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries.
Montréal, March 4, 2011 - Bombardier Aerospace today announced that it delivered its first Challenger 605 aircraft to an undisclosed customer to be operated from Mexico on February 18, 2011. This aircraft joins the growing fleet of Bombardier business jets operating in Latin America.
The Bombardier Business Aircraft Market Forecast, published in July 2010, predicts business aviation industry deliveries of 775 aircraft in Latin America for the 10-year period covering 2010-2019.
In service since January 2007, the Challenger 605 jet builds on the legacy of quality and reliability of its predecessor, the acclaimed Challenger 604 jet, leading its market share segment throughout the world. The Challenger 605 jet can whisk eight passengers and two crew from Toluca to any North American destination, or certain Central American destinations, non-stop* in the widest stand-up cabin of any large category business jet available today.
*Under certain operating conditions.
Bombardier, Challenger, Challenger 604 and Challenger 605 are either registered or unregistered trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries.
Bombardier announced the largest business aircraft sale in the company's history with an order from NetJets Inc. for up to 120 Global business jets. This includes a firm order for 50 Global aircraft with options for an additional 70 Global jets. If all the options are exercised, the total value of the order will surpass $6.7 billion U.S., based on list prices.
The firm order is comprised of 30 Global 5000 and Global Express XRS aircraft both with Global Vision flight deck with deliveries scheduled to begin in the fourth quarter of 2012. The sale also includes 20 firm orders for Bombardier's newly-launched Global 7000 and Global 8000 jets. Deliveries of these aircraft will begin in 2017.
"We are very proud to have NetJets, the worldwide leader in private aviation, select the Bombardier Global aircraft family," said Steve Ridolfi, President, Bombardier Business Aircraft. "The Global aircraft family offers the ultimate in performance, cabin comfort and technology. We are especially happy that NetJets shares our excitement in the Global aircraft family strategy, including our recently-launched Global 7000 and Global 8000 jets."
"We are very impressed with Bombardier's product strategy and vision for the future," said Jordan Hansell, President, NetJets Inc. "The Global aircraft family is ideally suited to our Owners' needs for range, reliability, interior comfort and operating efficiency," Hansell said. "These aircraft will be an excellent complement to our existing large cabin capabilities and overall fleet that is unmatched in private aviation."
This announcement reaffirms the strength of the Global aircraft family and the I AM GLOBAL initiative.
Montréal, February 17, 2011 – Bombardier today celebrated a significant program milestone with the entry into service of its 300th Challenger 300 business jet. The aircraft was handed over to an undisclosed North American customer during a delivery event at Bombardier Aerospace's headquarters in Dorval. Customer representatives, company leaders and employees from an almost 1,000-strong Challenger workforce were on hand to mark the occasion.
Challenger 300: This first true super-midsize aircraft offers transcontinental range and superior long-range cruise speed, with eight passengers. It can fly Los Angeles-New York non-stop with a full payload and its superior airfield performance allows it to operate out of 4,810-foot (1,466-m) runways with ease*. The Challenger 300 offers the best performance and value in its class combined with a dispatch reliability consistently over 99.7 per cent -- this aircraft has exceeded customer expectations since its entry into service in 2004.
*Under certain operating conditions.
Bombardier, Challenger and Challenger 300 are either registered or unregistered trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries.
Montréal, February 17, 2011 – Bombardier today celebrated a significant program milestone with the entry into service of its 300th Challenger 300 business jet. The aircraft was handed over to an undisclosed North American customer during a delivery event at Bombardier Aerospace's headquarters in Dorval. Customer representatives, company leaders and employees from an almost 1,000-strong Challenger workforce were on hand to mark the occasion.
Challenger 300: This first true super-midsize aircraft offers transcontinental range and superior long-range cruise speed, with eight passengers. It can fly Los Angeles-New York non-stop with a full payload and its superior airfield performance allows it to operate out of 4,810-foot (1,466-m) runways with ease*. The Challenger 300 offers the best performance and value in its class combined with a dispatch reliability consistently over 99.7 per cent -- this aircraft has exceeded customer expectations since its entry into service in 2004.
*Under certain operating conditions.
Bombardier, Challenger and Challenger 300 are either registered or unregistered trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries.
Montréal, January 27, 2011 – Bombardier Aerospace today announced it has received firm orders from an undisclosed customer for two Challenger and six Global jets. The transaction is valued at approximately $383 million US based on the 2010 list price for typically equipped aircraft.
