Bombardier's Global 8000 receives Euro certification

Executive Summary

• Bombardier's Global 8000 business jet has secured European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification, completing its major global regulatory approvals following Transport Canada and FAA certifications.
• The aircraft officially entered commercial service in December 2025 and is positioned as the world's fastest civilian aircraft, with deliveries to customers expected to ramp up in 2026.
• The certification underscores the jet's market-leading performance, including an 8,000 NM range, Mach 0.95 top speed, and industry-leading cabin comfort and airport accessibility.

Key Details

• EASA certification received for the Global 8000 business jet.
• Follows Transport Canada type certification (Nov 5, 2025) and U.S. FAA certification (Dec 19, 2025).
• Entered commercial service in December 2025; customer deliveries scheduled for 2026.
• Top speed: Mach 0.95.
• Maximum range: 8,000 NM.
• Lowest cabin altitude in production business aviation: 2,691 feet at a cruising altitude of 41,000 feet.
• Only true four-zone business jet offering an 8,000 NM range, enabling non-stop travel between more city pairs than any competitor.
• Advanced wing design with unique leading-edge slats enables access to up to 30% more airports than its closest rival.
• Takeoff and landing performance comparable to light jets, enhancing operational agility.

Notable Quotes

• Stephen McCullough, Executive Vice-President, Engineering and Product Development, Bombardier Defense: "Attaining EASA certification illustrates the hard work and dedication of Bombardier's highly skilled employees and suppliers in collaboration with Transport Canada and EASA teams... Following its entry into service in 2025, the entire Bombardier team is eager for this aircraft to be handed over to more customers this coming year so they can experience the new levels of comfort, wellness and efficiency the Global 8000 unlocks."