Bombardier has announced the beginning of manufacturing for the Global 8000 business jet at its facilities in Québec, Texas, and Mexico.
The jet is set to enter service in late 2025 and is anticipated to be the fastest and longest-range business jet in the world, with 8,000 nautical miles in range and top speeds of Mach 0.94. The extended range will enable new routes, including Dubai-Houston, Singapore-Los Angeles, and London-Perth.
“The manufacturing process for what will be the industry’s fastest business jet, the impressive ultra-long-range Global 8000, has begun,” said David Murray, Executive Vice President, Manufacturing, IT and Bombardier Operational Executive System. “Our engineering and production teams continue to demonstrate unmatched levels of expertise, pride and innovation, qualities that are an intrinsic part of Bombardier’s DNA. Our people’s mastery is behind the progress we are making at our production sites and underscores Bombardier’s culture of excellence, as well as our commitment to elevating the world of aviation.”
Interior features of the Global 8000 will include a Principal Suite with a full-size bed and ensuite with a shower, nice Touch CMS and OLED touch dial and Bombardier’s l’Opéra directional audio sound system. The aircraft has four living spaces and a separate crew rest area.
“Our customers will soon be able to step aboard an aircraft that sets the standard as the fastest and longest-range purpose-built business aircraft in history, allowing them to reach destinations farther and faster than ever before,” added Jean-Christophe Gallagher, Executive Vice President, Aircraft Sales and Bombardier Defense. “Connectivity, comfort and arriving refreshed are just as important today than speed and range, which is why we are proud that the Global 8000 will boast the best-in-class cabin altitude and offer Bombardier’s signature smooth ride.”
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