Bombardier delivered the 200th unit of its business jet Global 7500, showcasing to the world the success of this aircraft and its wide range of clients. This aircraft is one of the largest and most versatile in its segment.
The Global 7500 flies at a maximum speed of Mach 0.925, with a range of 7,700 nautical miles (14,260 kilometers), capable of directly connecting the world’s major business hubs. Its design features the Smooth Flex wing, designed with a complex system of flaps and slats that generates exceptional lift during takeoff and landing, maximizing aerodynamic efficiency and improving performance.
The Executive Vice President of Manufacturing, IT, and Operational Excellence Systems at Bombardier, David Murray, stated that «simply put, the Global 7500 aircraft is built with the best manufacturing methods and the most advanced technologies in business aviation.»
«We are thrilled and honored to reach the milestone of 200 deliveries of this revolutionary aircraft. This milestone is also a testament to the exceptional work of our meticulous engineering, production, and assembly teams. The talent and dedication of these individuals are fundamental to our success,» he added.
Its cutting-edge design allows for reduced fuel consumption and emissions, while delivering excellent performance on short runways and at high speeds. Since its entry into service in December 2018, the Global 7500 business jet has established itself as the most efficient business aircraft, with a fleet boasting a technical dispatch reliability rate of over 99.8%.
The Global 7500 holds more speed records in its segment than any other aircraft, recently completing over 75 record-breaking missions on various key routes. The latest was yesterday, December 10, en route to MEBAA2024, flying from Hartford to Dubai in under 12 hours.
The specifications of the Global 7500 will be enhanced following the launch of the Global 8000 aircraft, which will offer a range of 8,000 nautical miles and a maximum speed of Mach 0.94. Its entry into service is scheduled for the second half of 2025.
