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Bombardier’s Global 8000 first production jet completes maiden flight

Bombardier has released that the first production Global 8000 aircraft has successfully completed its inaugural flight. This significant achievement took place on May 16, departing from Bombardier’s aircraft assembly centre in Mississauga, Ontario. During the flight, the aircraft underwent a series of tests as part of the standard production flight test procedures. The sleek and […]

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Bombardier develops new Abu Dhabi service facility

Bombardier has announced the development of a new service facility at Al Bateen Executive Abu Dhabi Airport, United Arab Emirates (UAE), further expanding its global maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities. This new facility marks a strong collaboration with Abu Dhabi Airports, drawing on their expertise and dedication to aviation excellence. Originally planned for Abu

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Principle Finance acquires Bombardier Challenger 650 aircraft

Bombardier Defense has announced the sale of two Challenger 650 aircraft to Principle Finance, an established provider of customised aircraft operating leases in Australia. The aircraft, scheduled for delivery in 2026, will be utilised for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) missions across Australia, marking a significant development in Bombardier Defense’s expansion within the Asia-Pacific region.

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Bombardier adds new line maintenance station in Perth

Bombardier has strengthened its customer service capabilities in Australia by opening a new line maintenance station (LMS) in Perth, further enhancing its regional support network. This new facility expands Bombardier’s global LMS network to ten locations, providing both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance services, including aircraft on ground (AOG) support. A second Australian LMS is also

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Bombardier expands Biggin Hill Service Centre with new paint facility

Bombardier has announced the expansion of its London Biggin Hill Service Centre with the addition of a new paint facility, located adjacent to the existing service centre building. This enhancement ensures that its strategically positioned site at London Biggin Hill Airport offers a comprehensive service and support solution for its customers. Scheduled to open in

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The legal dispute centred on pricing disagreements over Honeywell’s HTF7000 turbofan engines, developed exclusively for Bombardier’s Challenger jets © Bombardier

Honeywell and Bombardier resolve legal dispute, launch aviation technology deal

Honeywell International and Bombardier have reached a settlement in a lengthy legal dispute while also forming a new partnership to develop advanced aviation technologies. The collaboration will focus on avionics, engines, and satellite communications, with an estimated potential revenue of up to US$17 billion. The legal dispute, which dates back decades, centred on pricing disagreements

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Bombardier commences production of Global 8000 components

Bombardier has released that the manufacturing of major structural components for its first production Global 8000 jet is now underway at its facilities in Saint-Laurent (Québec), Red Oak (Texas) and Querétaro (Mexico). The Global 8000 is scheduled to enter service in the second half of 2025, with ongoing flight testing yielding positive results throughout the

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Bombardier posts strong Q2 2024 financial results

Bombardier has posted strong financial results for the second quarter of 2024 (Q2 2024), showcasing significant double-digit growth year-over-year across key metrics, including deliveries, revenues, services, and profitability. The company is on track to meet its 2024 full-year guidance. Revenues for Q2 2024 rose to US$2.2 billion, up 32% year-over-year, driven by higher aircraft deliveries

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Bombardier achieves strong financial performance in 2023, sets ambitious targets for 2024

Bombardier has delivered robust financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2023, surpassing its 2023 guidance. The company’s total revenues for 2023 reached US$8 billion, a 16% increase compared to the previous year, marking the highest level since the strategic refocus in 2021. Notably, aftermarket revenue hit an all-time high at US$1.75

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