- Bombardier Global 8000(1) is on track to enter service in 2025 as the fastest civilian aircraft since Concorde and will set a new industry standard with Mach 0.95 MMO speed.
- Bombardier Global 8000 The aircraft features a best-in-class range of 8,000 nautical miles, unrivaled landing performance and a smooth ride.
- First Global 8000 The production aircraft completed its first flight without problems in May and is currently completing interior fit-outs in parallel with final type certification.
LAS VEGAS, Oct. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bombardier today announced that Global 8000The world's fastest business jet has become even faster, reaching a new top speed of Mach 0.95. (2) – the highest speed in civil aviation and the fastest business jet in history. Ultra long range Global 8000 aircraft will be able to get customers to their desired destinations even faster, leaving them feeling refreshed and ready to fly. This new development in Global 8000 The path to the aircraft's entry into service was announced at the 2025 NBAA Business Aviation Conference and Exhibition in Las Vegas.
“This achievement by Bombardier reflects the outstanding expertise of every employee who worked to develop this industry-leading business jet,” said Eric Martel, Bombardier President and CEO. “With our Bombardier Global 8000our customers can now get to their destination even faster, arriving refreshed and ready to complete their desired mission.”
” Global 8000 was already the fastest business aircraft ever built, and with these new speed characteristics, this incredible aircraft is poised to redefine the ultra-long-haul market,” said Stephen M.WithCallow, senior vice president of engineering and product development at Bombardier. “This achievement highlights the significant contributions of our innovative design, flight test and manufacturing teams and demonstrates their vast experience, obsession with excellence and relentless drive to push boundaries – the heartbeat that drives everything we do at Bombardier.”
In addition to incredible speed, Bombardier Global 8000 is also nimble and provides the smoothest possible ride. It has best-in-class takeoff and landing performance comparable to a light jet. Its unique wing design with forward slats allows customers to visit up to 30% more airports than its closest competitor.
Global 8000 The aircraft will also set the bar extremely high in terms of cabin comfort and technology. This innovative business jet will feature four true living quarters and a separate crew lounge. It will also have the longest seat length in its class, as well as the industry's healthiest cabin with an ultra-low headroom designed to maximize passenger comfort and productivity during their travels. Global 8000 The business jet is the obvious choice for discerning owners and operators who want the ultimate time machine—the fastest time machine in the sky.
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For them, we strive to pioneer the future of aviation—innovating to make flying more reliable, efficient and sustainable. And we are committed to providing unmatched craftsmanship and care, giving our clients the increased confidence and enhanced experience they deserve and expect. Because the people who shape the world will always need the most productive and responsible ways to move around it.
Bombardier customers operate a fleet of more than 5,100 aircraft, supported by Bombardier's extensive network of employees worldwide and 10 service centers in six countries.
Bombardier's best-performing aircraft are manufactured at aircraft manufacturing, assembly and finishing facilities in Canada, the United States and Mexico. In 2024, Bombardier was awarded the prestigious “Red Dot: Best of the Best” award for brand and communication design.
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(1)The Global 8000 aircraft is currently under development and has yet to be further developed and certified. All specifications and data are approximate, subject to change without notice and are subject to certain operating rules, assumptions and other conditions.. It is expected to be operational in 2025. Please also see the disclaimer at the end of this press release.
(2)All specifications and data are approximate, subject to change without notice and are subject to certain operating rules, assumptions and other conditions.. Global 8000 IIt is expected to be operational in 2025. Please also see the disclaimer at the end of this press release.
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