Bombardier and NetJets celebrated the aircraft manufacturer’s first Global 8000 delivery to the Berkshire Hathaway company this week.
NetJets is the fleet launch customer of the Global 8000 business jet and a long-time customer of Bombardier.
The aircraft, which has a range of 8,000 NM (16.75 hours) and a top speed of Mach 0.95, expands route options for NetJets and allows the operator’s customers reach their destinations faster. “Our long-standing partnership with Bombardier has been built on a shared vision of excellence and innovation in business aviation,” said Patrick Gallagher, President, NetJets Aviation.
“The Global 8000 is the ultimate expression of that partnership, and we are proud to be the first to bring this remarkable aircraft to our fleet. The range and features of the Global 8000 aircraft perfectly align with NetJets’ commitment to offering safety, service, and access at an extraordinary level and empowering owners to do more and miss less.”
NetJets says it is planning to build a 24-strong fleet of Global 8000 aircraft and will be working with Bombardier to upgrade its entire in-service Global 7500 fleet to Global 8000 jets.
“The Global 8000 is redefining the business aviation landscape with its unmatched performance, signature smooth ride and innovative design, and we are thrilled to be providing our long-time, valued partner NetJets with its first Global 8000 aircraft,” said Éric Martel, President and CEO, Bombardier.
“With this landmark first delivery, NetJets’ clients will now be able to experience the revolutionary performance attributes and unmatched luxury the Global 8000 delivers – the most impressive business jet in the skies.”
