Bombardier's Global 8000, the World's Fastest Civil Aircraft, Blazes to its First Speed Record Between Montreal, Canada and Nice, France

Executive Summary

• Bombardier’s Global 8000 business jet has set its inaugural speed record, completing a mission from Montreal, Canada to Nice, France in just over six hours.
• The aircraft demonstrates industry-leading performance metrics, including a top speed of Mach 0.95, an 8,000 NM range, and the lowest cabin altitude in production business aviation at 2,691 ft.
• The record-setting flight transported passengers to the Monaco F1 Grand Prix, highlighting the aircraft’s ultra-long-range capabilities, luxury interior, and operational efficiency.

Key Details

• Flight Route & Duration: Montreal, Canada to Nice, France; completed in just over six hours
• Top Speed: Mach 0.95 (fastest civil aircraft since the Concorde)
• Range: 8,000 nautical miles (NM)
• Cabin Altitude: 2,691 ft. at a cruise altitude of 41,000 ft., minimizing physiological stress for passengers
• Takeoff/Landing Performance: Comparable to a light jet; advanced wing design with unique leading-edge slats enables access to up to 30% more airports than its closest rival
• Interior & Amenities: Four distinct living spaces, full-size kitchen, state-of-the-art connectivity, and Bombardier’s signature Nuage ergonomic seating
• Record Verification: Speeds and distances referenced per FAI guidelines; some records pending review by the World Air Sports Federation (FAI)
• Executive Presence: Bombardier President and CEO Éric Martel was on board the record-setting flight en route to the Monaco F1 Grand Prix

Notable Quotes

• “Bombardier’s Global 8000 business jet is truly in a class by itself when it comes to speed, luxury and performance – setting the pace in the ultra-long-range class,” said Stephen McCullough, Executive Vice President, Engineering, Product Development and Bombardier Defense. “With this latest accomplishment, the Global 8000 aircraft continues to illustrate its industry-leading attributes on all fronts, from its signature smooth ride to its outstanding performance and landing capabilities.”