Bombardier's Global 8000 Transport Canada certified

Executive Summary

• Bombardier Inc.'s Global 8000 business jet has received Transport Canada type certification, clearing the path for entry into service later this year.
• The certification establishes a new industry benchmark for cabin altitude, allowing the aircraft to maintain a cabin altitude of 2,691 feet at a cruising altitude of 41,000 feet, the lowest in the business aviation sector.
• The aircraft features a top speed of Mach 0.95, a range of 8,000 nautical miles, and is the only four-zone business jet capable of non-stop travel between more city pairs than any competitor.

Key Details

• Certification Status: Transport Canada type certification awarded; Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certifications are pending and aligned with delivery requirements.
• Performance Metrics:
  • Top Speed: Mach 0.95 (supersonic in testing).
  • Range: 8,000 NM (enabling non-stop travel between more city pairs than ever before).
  • Cabin Altitude: 2,691 feet at 41,000 feet (industry best).
  • Airport Access: Advanced wing design with unique leading-edge slats enables access to 30% more airports than its closest rival.
• Cabin Features:
  • Four true living spaces and a separate crew rest area.
  • Longest seated length in its class.
  • Pur Air system with HEPA filtration and VOC removal.
  • Soleil circadian lighting system to combat jet lag.
• Production Milestones: Completed inaugural first production flight in May; recently announced new top speed of Mach 0.95.

Notable Quotes

• "Bombardier has worked rigorously and collaboratively with Transport Canada toward certification for the Global 8000. This marks a pivotal milestone for Bombardier, our customers and the entire business aviation industry -- solidifying the Global 8000's position as the unrivalled leader setting a new standard," said Stephen McCullough, senior vice-president, engineering and product development, Bombardier.