Bombardier has started production for its new Global 8000 twin-engine private aircraft, which it unveiled in 2022 as “the world’s fastest and longest-range, purpose-built business jet.” Manufacturing centers in Saint-Laurent, Québec, Red Oak, Tex., and Querétaro, Mexico, are manufacturing major structural components for the jet that’s due to enter service in the second half of 2025.
At the unveiling of the new model two years ago, Bombardier projected a list price of $75 million.
The Global 8000 will have a range of 8,000 nautical miles (14,816 km / 9,206 miles) at a top speed of Mach 0.94 (or 721 mph.) Bombardier has offered Dubai-to-Houston, Singapore-to-Los Angeles, and London-to-Perth as examples of long-distance routes that the aircraft will be capable of covering with non-stop service.
The new aircraft’s cabin will offer a series of luxury details introduced on Bombardier’s current top model business jet, the Global 7500, including a principal suite with a full-size bed and a stand-up shower, entertainment controls and connectivity, etc.
Operators of the Global 7500, are eligible to purchase an ‘upgrade’ through the OEM’s aircraft service centers, to gain increased air speed and jet range.
“The manufacturing process for what will be the industry’s fastest business jet, … has begun,” stated Bombardier’s exec. vice president David Murray. “Our engineering and production teams continue to demonstrate unmatched levels of expertise, pride and innovation, qualities that are an intrinsic part of Bombardier’s DNA. Our people’s mastery is behind the progress we are making at our production sites and underscores Bombardier’s culture of excellence, as well as our commitment to elevating the world of aviation.”
