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Bombardier

Canadian Leader in Private Aviation

Bombardier Inc., headquartered in Montreal, Canada, stands as one of the most influential names in private aviation. From humble beginnings in 1942, when inventor Joseph-Armand Bombardier founded the company to manufacture snowmobiles, Bombardier has continually reinvented itself, moving into aerospace and transportation before ultimately becoming a global leader in business aviation. Today, the company’s sole focus is on delivering cutting-edge private jets that combine performance, innovation, and luxury.

The Global Family: Setting New Standards

At the heart of Bombardier’s portfolio is the Global family, a line of ultra-long-range business jets that has redefined intercontinental travel. The Global 5500 and 6500 offer efficiency and comfort for demanding executives, while the Global 7500 is celebrated as the longest-range purpose-built business jet in the world, connecting distant city pairs such as New York to Hong Kong nonstop. With its spacious four-zone cabin and advanced Smooth Flĕx Wing design, the Global 7500 set a new benchmark for comfort and range.

Building on this success, Bombardier is developing the Global 8000, which will be the fastest and longest-range business jet in history. Designed to reach speeds up to Mach 0.94, the Global 8000 pushes the boundaries of civil aviation, offering not only record-breaking range but also unmatched cabin refinement. This aircraft represents the pinnacle of Bombardier’s engineering expertise and its ambition to shape the future of business travel.

The Challenger Series: Reliability and Versatility

Complementing the Global line, the Challenger series occupies a leading position in the super-midsize segment. The Challenger 3500 and 650 are known for their spacious cabins, robust performance, and exceptional reliability. These jets have consistently ranked among the world’s best-selling business aircraft, making them a preferred choice for corporations, governments, and charter operators alike.

The Learjet Legacy

Bombardier also holds the heritage of Learjet, the iconic American manufacturer it acquired in 1990. Learjet pioneered the concept of private business aviation in the 1960s, becoming synonymous with speed, prestige, and executive mobility. Under Bombardier, the Learjet line expanded and modernized, continuing to symbolize freedom and performance in business travel. While Bombardier made the difficult decision to end Learjet production in 2022 to concentrate on its Challenger and Global platforms, the Learjet brand remains a cornerstone of aviation history and a proud chapter in Bombardier’s legacy.

Innovation, Sustainability, and Global Reach

Beyond its aircraft, Bombardier is recognized for its relentless pursuit of innovation and sustainability. The company integrates advanced avionics, smooth ride technology, and cutting-edge materials into its jets, ensuring a superior passenger experience. Moreover, Bombardier is committed to reducing its environmental impact, investing in sustainable aviation fuels, energy-efficient facilities, and the broader goal of achieving carbon neutrality across the industry by 2050.

With a global network of service centers, customer response teams, and specialized facilities, Bombardier provides world-class support to its operators, ensuring maximum reliability and peace of mind. This strong service infrastructure reinforces the brand’s reputation as a trusted partner to its discerning clientele.

A Vision for the Future

From its Canadian roots, Bombardier has grown into a symbol of ambition, quality, and leadership in private aviation. By honoring its storied past with Learjet, delivering proven excellence with the Challenger series, and pushing technological frontiers with the Global 7500 and 8000, Bombardier continues to shape the future of business travel—offering unmatched performance, luxury, and global connectivity.

A Vision for the Future

From its Canadian roots, Bombardier has grown into a symbol of ambition, quality, and leadership in private aviation. By honoring its storied past with L earjet, delivering proven excellence with the Challenger series, and pushing technological frontiers with the G lobal 7500 and 8000 , Bombardier continues to shape the future of business travel — offering unmatched per formance, luxur y, and global connectivity.

Bombardier & Learjet Business Jet Timeline

1990s

Launch of the Global Program
  • 1991 – Launch of Global Express program: Bombardier announces a new ultra-long-range jet.
  • 1996 – Global Express first flight.
  • 1999 – Global Express enters service, connecting city pairs like New York–Tokyo nonstop.

Learjet in the 1990s (after Bombardier’s 1990 acquisition)

  • 1990 – Learjet 60: A midsize business jet with improved cabin and performance.
  • 1993 – Learjet 31A: Upgraded avionics and efficiency.
  • 1995 – Learjet 45: Clean-sheet midsize jet design, became one of Learjet’s most successful models.

2000s

Expanding the Portfolio
  • 2003 – Learjet 40: Shorter, lighter version of the Learjet 45.
  • 2004 – Global 5000: Shorter version of the Global Express with transatlantic capability.
  • 2005 – Learjet 40XR & 45XR: Enhanced versions with better performance and range.
  • 2005 – Global Express XRS: Upgraded Global Express with longer range, higher speed, and advanced avionics.
  • 2007 – Challenger 605: An evolution of the Challenger 604 with updated avionics and cabin design.
  • 2007 – Learjet 60XR: Improved Learjet 60 with avionics and interior upgrades.

2010s

Modernization and New Generations
  • 2011 – Learjet 85 (prototype): A composite midsize jet program, ultimately cancelled in 2015 due to development costs.
  • 2012 – Global 6000: Successor to Global XRS, with increased range and enhanced cabin technologies.
  • 2013 – Challenger 350: Successor to the Challenger 300, highly successful in the super-midsize segment.
  • 2014 – Learjet 70 & Learjet 75: Updated versions of the Learjet 40/45 with new avionics, interiors, and winglets.
  • 2018 – Global 7500: Entry into service of Bombardier’s flagship, the world’s longest-range business jet.
  • 2018 – Challenger 350 (enhanced): Improved features including upgraded avionics and cabin design.

2020s

Focus on Global and Challenger — Learjet Sunset
  • 2018–2020 – Global 5500 & 6500: New Rolls-Royce Pearl engines, redesigned cabins, and extended ranges.
  • 2021 – Bombardier announces end of Learjet production: A historic shift to focus exclusively on Global and Challenger families.
  • 2022 – Final Learjet 75 delivered, closing a 60-year legacy.
  • 2022 – Challenger 3500: Successor to the Challenger 350, with sustainable materials, advanced technology, and reduced operating costs.
  • 2022 – Global 8000 announced: Designed as the fastest, longest-range business jet, with entry into service targeted around 2025.

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