AB Jets transforms its fleet by acquiring three Bombardier Challenger 3500 aircraft, with a contractual option to order a fourth by the end of 2023 With the acquisition, AB Jets enters the super-midsize category, embarking on an important new chapter for the company The bestselling Challenger 3500 jet remains a top choice for operators looking to offer… Read the full press release
Montréal, Canada, 2022-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ —Bombardier today (January 24, 2022) announced strategic changes to its international sales leadership team. The changes, which take effect immediately, are designed to further optimize Bombardier’s worldwide sales experience and capitalize on robust demand for its market-leading, smooth-flying business jets. Following his decision to leave the company to… Read the full press release
Eco app, a combination of SITA’s eWAS Pilot and OptiFlight, reduces fuel burn through intelligent flight planning Geneva, Switzerland, 2021-Sep-17 — /Travel PR News/ — SITA today (15 Sep, 2021) announced that the newly launched Bombardier Challenger 3500 business jet will offer its eWAS Pilot with OptiFlight, together dubbed the “eco app” by the Canadian aerospace… Read the full press release
Montréal, Canada, 2021-Sep-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Bombardier is pleased to invite members of the international community to a special virtual event premiering at 11:00 am (EDT) on Tuesday, September 14, 2021. The momentous virtual gathering will celebrate the best of aerospace innovation and Bombardier’s best-selling business jets. All those wishing to join the… Read the full press release
Stage 3 IS-BAO certification validates Bombardier’s vigour in developing and maintaining an effective safety culture Bombardier first achieved Stage 3 IS-BAO safety rating in 2018; renewal further highlights ongoing efforts to exceed all safety protocols Bombardier’s Safety Standdown event and monthly Safety Talks highlight industry-wide commitment to ongoing knowledge-based safety training Montréal, Canada, 2021-Mar-17 —… Read the full press release
Montréal, Canada, 2020-Dec-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Bombardier (TSX: BBD.B) announced today (December 3, 2020) the appointment of Annie Torkia Lagacé as Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, effective immediately. Annie will report to Éric Martel, President and Chief Executive Officer, Bombardier Inc., replacing Steeve Robitaille who will remain with the Company… Read the full press release
Greg Hoggett is appointed General Manager of the Biggin Hill Service Centre Corey Trudgen to support the expansion project as well as other growth opportunities of Bombardier’s worldwide services network Expansion of the facility is on track and expected to be operational in 2022 Montréal, Canada, 2020-Oct-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Bombardier Aviation announced… Read the full press release
Contract extension reflects strong, long-standing relationships with Arriva Bombardier to maintain Voyager and Super Voyager fleet for Arriva CrossCountry mainline services until 2023 Berlin, Germany, 2020-Oct-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Global mobility solution provider Bombardier Transportation has announced today (October 19, 2020) that it has signed a three-year extension to its Train Services Agreement… Read the full press release
Return-to-work actions in full compliance with the strictest health and safety measures and guidelines Will utilize the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) program for the benefit of employees in Canada Montréal, Canada, 2020-May-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Bombardier (TSX: BBD.B) today (April 28, 2020) announced that it has begun the process of recalling most… Read the full press release
Avfuel Corporation supplied inaugural shipment of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to be deployed to Bombardier customers upon aircraft delivery Shipment represents another step in Bombardier’s commitment to secure long-term SAF supply, a key pillar of working toward a sustainable future for business aviation Bombardier has used SAF for aircraft demonstration purposes in the U.S. and… Read the full press release
Bombardier’s l’Opéra will be showcased at Bombardier’s static display at the National Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) with a purpose-designed vignette that will simulate the full sound system experience Bombardier’s l’Opéra integrates full-range speakers which are customized per floorplan and purposefully positioned to achieve optimum sound in any cabin layout Using the nice Touch interface, Bombardier’s l’Opéra positions… Read the full press release
Transport Canada awarded certification to Global 5500 and Global 6500 on September 24 The latest members of the Global family offer unmatched passenger comfort, greater range, a larger cabin and a smoother ride than competitor aircraft in the same class With a newly optimized wing and the all-new Rolls-Royce Pearl 15 engine, these aircraft fly farther, faster… Read the full press release
Nuage chaise will make its worldwide debut at the European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition on May 21, 2019 Nuage chaise will be ready to install on board the Global 5500 and Global 6500 aircraft upon entry-into-service as planned later this year Innovative lounge seating converts into a flat surface for sleeping or banquet-style dining around the conference grouping… Read the full press release
Performance improvement package now allows the Challenger 350 aircraft to fly up to 1,500 NM farther out of short runways Newly introduced Head-up Display (HUD) and Enhanced Vision System (EVS) capabilities now available to complement the aircraft’s unmatched versatility Enhanced sound-proofing technology further establishes the Challenger 350 aircraft cabin as the quietest in its class Challenger 300 series aircraft family… Read the full press release
First production Global 6500 aircraft moves into the Laurent Beaudoin Completion Centre, as the newest member of the Global family advances towards entry-into-service as planned later this year Ninety per cent of total flight test complete, wing and engine in final stages of validation All testing on first flight test vehicle is complete; aircraft is retired The Global 6500 aircraft offers… Read the full press release
Emission-free, energy-efficient and low-noise: Jury applauds Bombardier’s new battery-powered train as a pioneering contribution to clean rail mobility Berlin, Germany, 2018-Dec-04 — /Travel PR News/ —The BOMBARDIER TALENT 3 battery electric multiple unit was awarded the renowned Berlin Brandenburg innovation award on November 30, 2018. The train operates emission-free, thereby making a significant contribution towards environmentally-friendly mobility. It… Read the full press release
Five Mobile Response Team trucks added to boost mobile response capability across the U.S., while supplementing parts shipping from Chicago parts hub New Paris line maintenance station is seventh to be opened in the past 18 months and features enhanced capabilities, including wheel and battery shops Montréal, Canada, 2018-Nov-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Bombardier… Read the full press release
In the course of the company’s transformation process, the Bombardier Transportation Leadership Team is making a leadership change for the Americas Region Berlin, Germany, 2018-Oct-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation announced today (October 29, 2018) the appointment of Elliot G. (Lee) Sander as new President of Bombardier Transportation’s Americas Region, effective November… Read the full press release
Airline welcomes first ‘new look’aircraft into fleet Arrival marks start of invigorated brand awareness New livery “a credit to talented in-house design team” Full fleet re-painting scheduled for completion by 2025 Co-ordinated in line with existing fleet re-painting programme adding no extra cost to business Exeter, England, 2018-Sep-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Flybe, Europe’s largest… Read the full press release
The Bombardier Vision flight deck is recognized as one of the most advanced flight decks in the light jet category The latest Garmin G5000 avionics upgrade enhances the aircraft’s capabilities and paves the way for future technological enhancements Bombardier will make the upgrade available on new Learjet 75 and Learjet 70 aircraft or as a retrofit package Learjet 75 aircraft features the… Read the full press release
Montréal, Canada, 2018-Sep-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Bombardier (TSX: BBD.B) today (August 30, 2018) announced that Daniel Desjardins will retire as Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, Bombardier Inc., effective December 31, 2018. Mr. Desjardins will be succeeded by Alain Rondeau, who has been appointed Senior Vice President, Legal Services, effective immediately…. Read the full press release
Lightweight Head-up Display (HUD) from Rockwell Collins will make the best equipped cockpit in the super mid-size segment even better The Head-up Display and Enhanced Vision System (EVS) will be available as an option on new Challenger 350aircraft orders and as a retrofit on in-service models The HUD and EVS bring unparalleled situational awareness and improvements… Read the full press release
Montréal, Canada, 2018-Jun-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Bombardier Commercial Aircraft announced today that Delta Air Lines, Inc. of Atlanta, Georgia (Delta Air Lines) has signed a firm purchase agreement for 20 CRJ900 aircraft – becoming the launch operator of the new ATMOSPHÈRE cabin for CRJ Series regional jets. Based on the list price for… Read the full press release
Award-winning Bombardier service centres now have extended capabilities and capacity for engine maintenance on Challenger 300 and Challenger 350 aircraft Bombardier offers operators the flexibility to have all their engine and airframe maintenance needs met in one location Bundling of airframe and engine work with other Bombardier services reduces downtime and costs Bombardier’s Mobile Response… Read the full press release
Pilots can now cover 15-hours of FAA-certified recurrent course material for ground school online at their own pace Bombardier offers pilots the most up-to-date insider knowledge and technology at their fingertips With more than 1,100 deliveries and counting, the Challenger 600 series business jets represent the best-selling large business jet platform of all time Montréal, CANADA, 2018-May-04 —… Read the full press release
All Bombardier Business Aircraft service centers in the U.S. named Diamond Award recipients for the eighth year running The Diamond Award of Excellence is the industry’s highest honour for aviation maintenance In 2017, Bombardier’s U.S. service center network tallied approximately 76,205 man-hours of training Montréal, CANADA, 2018-May-04 — /Travel PR News/ — All of Bombardier’s wholly-owned… Read the full press release
Montréal, Canada, 2018-Apr-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Bombardier’s EcoDesign approach applied on the C Series has won the prestigious Les Mercuriades award in the “Stratégie de développement durable” category. The honour was presented at the Les Mercuriades Gala on Thursday, April 19 in front of close to 1,200 Montreal-area business leaders. Les Mercuriades is one of the… Read the full press release
Global 7000 mock-up tour making its first appearance in China following triumphant stops in Singapore and Dubai Premier cabin also making first appearance in China on board the luxurious Global 6000 aircraft, showcasing its elevated level of visual and functional refinement Best-selling Challenger 350 and Challenger 650 aircraft round out Bombardier lineup on static display… Read the full press release
Bombardier’s Global 7000 business jet received the Red Dot in the 2018 Red Dot Award: Product Design in the ships, trains and planes category for its leading and well-thought-out design The Red Dot Design Award is one of the most sought-after honours for design and innovation excellence worldwide Bombardier’s Global 7000 business jet was selected… Read the full press release
Bombardier’s final test vehicle in the Global 7000 flight test program successfully completed its first flight FTV5 will validate flight and ground test data obtained to date and complete the Type Certification campaign to ensure a smooth entry-into-service in the second half of this year Flight test program has surpassed 1,300 flight hours and… Read the full press release