Vista takes delivery of first Global 8000 as fleet upgrade begins

Bombardier’s long-standing customer Vista has taken delivery of its first Global 8000 aircraft at the company’s London Biggin Hill Service Centre, marking an important step in the operator’s fleet modernisation strategy. The introduction of the new flagship jet signals an upgrade programme that will see Vista’s existing Global 7500 fleet progressively converted to the enhanced […]

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Velocity Maintenance Solutions joins Bombardier VMS

Bombardier acquires Velocity Maintenance Solutions

Financial

Bombardier has announced the acquisition of Velocity Maintenance Solutions (VMS), a provider of maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services, headquartered in New Castle, Delaware. Completed through Bombardier’s US subsidiary, Learjet, the strategic transaction represents a further step in the company’s continued expansion of its services business and strengthens its commitment to delivering convenience and support

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Vista orders 40 Challenger 3500 jets from Bombardier

Aircraft & Engines

Vista, the private aviation group, has announced a major fleet agreement with Bombardier, comprising 40 firm orders for the Challenger 3500 aircraft, along with 120 additional purchase options. The agreement secures long-term capacity for Vista’s rapidly expanding member base, as global demand for premium private aviation continues to grow. Deliveries will begin in 2026 and

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Bombardier acquires Velocity Maintenance Solutions

Financial

Bombardier has released that it has acquired Velocity Maintenance Solutions, a maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services provider. Completed through Bombardier’s U.S. subsidiary, Learjet Inc., the strategic acquisition marks a further milestone in the expansion of Bombardier’s Services business. Velocity Maintenance Solutions adds valuable expertise and a strong reputation for service excellence to Bombardier’s industry-leading

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The opening of Bombardiers new Dorval facility is scheduled before the end of 2027 © Bombardier

Bombardier to build new Dorval manufacturing hub

MRO & Production

Bombardier plans to build a new 126,000 ft², state-of-the-art manufacturing centre in Dorval, Québec, marking a significant milestone in the company’s growth strategy. Located close to the Challenger manufacturing centre and the Laurent Beaudoin Completion Centre, the new facility will expand Bombardier’s industrial footprint and further strengthen its production capabilities. The project represents an investment

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The Government of Canada has confirmed the purchase of six Bombardier Global 6500 aircraft

Government of Canada orders six Global 6500 jets

Military & Defense

The Government of Canada has confirmed the purchase of six Bombardier Global 6500 aircraft to undertake worldwide utility flights and support a broad range of missions, including aeromedical evacuations, disaster relief, humanitarian assistance and national security operations. The agreement was marked today at Bombardier’s Global Aircraft Assembly Centre in the Greater Toronto Area, where the

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Executives from Abu Dhabi Airports join Bombardier leadership at site of the company’s landmark Abu Dhabi service centre

Bombardier advances construction of major Abu Dhabi service hub

MRO & Production

Bombardier has reported substantial progress on its new state-of-the-art service centre at Al Bateen Executive Airport in Abu Dhabi, marking a key milestone in the company’s strategy to expand its global support network. The structural framework of the main building and hangar is now rising, keeping the project firmly on track for its planned opening

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Bombardier reports 11% revenue growth for third quarter

Financial

Bombardier has announced a solid financial performance for the third quarter of 2025, recording an 11% year-over-year rise in revenue to US$2.3 billion. The growth was driven by robust demand across its business segments, including Services revenue of US$590 million, up 12% compared with the same period last year. The company also delivered 34 aircraft

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Airborne Early Warning and Control aircraft rendering © L3Harris

L3Harris to deliver next-generation surveillance jets to South Korea

Military & Defense

L3Harris Technologies has secured a major contract to supply modified Bombardier Global 6500 aircraft for the Republic of Korea Air Force. These advanced airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) jets will enhance national defence and surveillance. The programme, worth over US$2.26 billion, unites L3Harris, Bombardier, ELTA Systems and Korean Air. The aircraft are designed for

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BOND has placed a firm order for 50 Challenger 3500 and Global 6500 jets © Bombardier

BOND Raises US$320 million to redefine fractional aviation

Financial

BOND, the fractional aviation company, has secured US$320 million in preferred equity and debt financing. The funding round was led by credit funds and accounts managed by KKR, a global investment firm. An additional US$30 million in equity was contributed by BOND’s founding partners. As demand for private air travel reaches record highs, BOND enters

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Vista takes delivery of first Global 8000 as fleet upgrade begins

Bombardier acquires Velocity Maintenance Solutions

Vista orders 40 Challenger 3500 jets from Bombardier

Bombardier acquires Velocity Maintenance Solutions

Bombardier to build new Dorval manufacturing hub

Government of Canada orders six Global 6500 jets

Bombardier advances construction of major Abu Dhabi service hub

Bombardier reports 11% revenue growth for third quarter

L3Harris to deliver next-generation surveillance jets to South Korea

BOND Raises US$320 million to redefine fractional aviation

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