Bombardier launches Smart Router

Mr. Peter Likoray reports BOMBARDIER ELEVATES IN-FLIGHT CONNECTIVITY WITH NEW SMART ROUTER FOR CHALLENGER AND GLOBAL AIRCRAFT Bombardier Inc. has launched its Smart Router, a high performance connectivity solution designed to meet the evolving needs of today's business jet travellers. Created in collaboration with Collins Aerospace, Bombardier's preferred service provider for connectivity services, the Bombardier Smart Router is a cutting-edge routing device engineered to deliver seamless on-board connectivity. It features advanced network switching and multipath routing capabilities, ensuring stable and uninterrupted service as the aircraft transitions between networks. Designed with innovation in mind, the Bombardier Smart Router incorporates the latest technologies such as WiFi 6, 5G cellular capability, modern security features and built-in redundancies like virtual router redundancy protocol. Additionally, it delivers accelerated, real-time troubleshooting through remote support and fault isolation, ensuring rapid issue identification and resolution to maximize operational efficiency and responsiveness for every customer. "Bombardier thrives on giving its customers the confidence to fly worldwide in comfort and style -- with reliable, high performance connectivity built for today's customer needs for added convenience", said Paul Sislian, executive vice-president, Bombardier aftermarket services and strategy. "The introduction of the Bombardier Smart Router in our fleet demonstrates our care towards our customers by providing them a seamless and elevated cabin experience at every turn." "Innovation is in Bombardier's DNA, and the new Smart Router as a baseline device is another representation of a key product improvement," said Peter Likoray, senior vice-president, aircraft sales, at Bombardier. "Designed with security at the core and to elevate our support with real-time troubleshooting through remote support and fault isolation, the improved cyber protection gives confidence and peace of mind anywhere, any place, at any time." Engineered to prioritize security from the ground up, the Smart Router delivers enterprise-level encryption, advanced firewalls and robust protection against cyber threats. This upgrade marks a significant advancement over comparable technologies on the market -- supporting the high-speed, high-capacity connectivity needs of individuals, businesses, governments and militaries. The Bombardier Smart Router is already being installed as baseline equipment on the Bombardier Challenger 650, Global 5500 and Global 6500 aircraft. It will be offered as baseline equipment across all in-production Challenger and Global aircraft by the end of 2026. Existing operators of select Global and Challenger aircraft can schedule Smart Router installations at Bombardier service centres worldwide. About Bombardier Inc. At Bombardier, it designs, builds, modifies and maintains the world's best performing aircraft for the world's most discerning people, businesses, governments and militaries. That means not simply exceeding standards, but understanding customers well enough to anticipate their unspoken needs. For them, it is committed to pioneering the future of aviation -- innovating to make flying more reliable, efficient and sustainable. It is passionate about delivering unrivalled craftsmanship and care, giving its customers greater confidence and the elevated experience they deserve and expect. Because people who shape the world will always need the most productive and responsible ways to move through it. Bombardier customers operate a fleet of more than 5,100 aircraft, supported by a vast network of Bombardier team members worldwide and 10 service facilities across six countries. Bombardier's performance-leading jets are proudly manufactured in aerostructure, assembly and completion facilities in Canada, the United States and Mexico. In 2024, Bombardier was honoured with the prestigious Red Dot: best of the best award for brands and communication design.