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Bombardier Global 8000, World's Fastest Business Jet, Receives Certification from European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)

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Executive Summary
- Bombardier announced that its Global 8000 business jet received European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification, adding to Transport Canada and FAA approvals already obtained.
- The aircraft entered service in December 2025 and is marketed as the fastest civilian jet with a top speed of Mach 0.95 and an 8,000‑nautical‑mile range.
- Bombardier highlighted the Global 8000’s low cabin altitude (2,691 ft at 41,000 ft cruise) and its ability to operate from up to 30 % more airports than competing jets.
Key Details
- Certifications received:
- Transport Canada Type Certification – 5 Nov 2025
- FAA Certification – 19 Dec 2025
- EASA Certification – announced 23 Jan 2026
- Service entry: December 2025.
- Performance specifications:
- Top speed: Mach 0.95 (fastest civilian aircraft)
- Range: 8,000 NM (class‑leading ultra‑long‑range capability)
- Cabin altitude: 2,691 ft while cruising at 41,000 ft (lowest in business aviation)
- Operational advantages: Advanced wing design with unique leading‑edge slats enables operation from up to 30 % more airports compared with closest rivals.
- Market positioning: Only true four‑zone business jet offering the 8,000 NM range; positioned for nonstop travel between a larger number of city pairs.
- Executive comment: Stephen McCullough, EVP Engineering/Product Development & Bombardier Defense, noted that EASA certification “strengthens the momentum” behind the Global 8000 and anticipates increased customer hand‑overs in 2026.
Notable Quotes
“Attaining EASA certification illustrates the hard work and dedication of Bombardier’s highly skilled employees and suppliers… This accomplishment further strengthens the momentum behind this groundbreaking business jet.” – Stephen McCullough, Executive Vice President, Engineering, Product Development and Bombardier Defense.
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