- The
Global 5500
aircraft has the longest range, the largest cabin and the smoothest ride in its class
- Featuring three spacious living areas and Bombardier’s patented
Nuage
seating collection, this aircraft is the ultimate business tool for safe and efficient travel
- A shining example of innovation and operational excellence,
Global 5500
aircraft are completed at Bombardier’s world-class site in Wichita, Kansas
Bombardier is very proud to announce the entry-into-service of the innovative, long-range
Global 5500
business jet, which was recently delivered to an undisclosed customer. This high-value aircraft represents the gateway into Bombardier’s flagship large-cabin
Global
family, offering world-renowned performance, comfort and the smoothest ride.
Last year, Bombardier announced that the
Global 5500
aircraft can fly 200 nautical miles more than planned, and its new range of 5,900 nautical miles is 700 nautical miles more than the nearest competitor at the same speed.
“This spacious and efficient aircraft is the ultimate business tool, with the range and access to safely take our customers where they need to be,” said David Coleal, President, Bombardier Aviation. “The first
Global 5500
aircraft delivery is of particular significance for our employees in Wichita, who recently took on the meticulous work of interior completions for the
Global 5000
and
Global 5500
aircraft.”
Bombardier’s Wichita site has a rich history as the manufacturing center of the iconic
Learjet
. Over the years, Bombardier expanded the site’s operations to include a world-class service center, as well as its Flight Test Center and Specialized Aircraft operations. Completion work for the stunning
Global 5000
and
Global 5500
aircraft cabins is the latest diversification for this skilled workforce.
All Bombardier employees have demonstrated flexibility and dedication in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. Bombardier has taken extraordinary steps to protect its employees and customers against the virus, and as manufacturing activities resume around the world, the company has strict protocols for continued safety and operational excellence. The successful entry-into-service of the
Global 5500
business jet at this time demonstrates Bombardier’s resilience and the efforts of its talented employees.
About the Global 5500 aircraft
The new
Global 5500
business jet offers a unique blend of innovation, style and comfort. With its next-generation wing technology and purpose-built engines, the
Global 5500
aircraft flies faster and farther, with the smoothest ride. Meticulously crafted with exquisite finishes and high-end craftsmanship, the
Global 5500
aircraft features groundbreaking innovations including Bombardier’s patented
Nuage
seat, the first new seat architecture in business aviation in 30 years.
Taking total performance to new heights, the
Global 5500
aircraft boasts an impressive range of 5,900 nautical miles (10,928 km), able to connect Sao Paulo to Paris or Los Angeles to Moscow non-stop*, and has a top speed of M 0.90. An optimized wing ensures the smoothest ride.
The
Global
5500
aircraft’s 4K-enabled cabin offers the fastest in-flight connectivity, and its intuitive cabin management system delivers an ultra-high-definition entertainment experience.
The
Global 5500
business jet is equipped with
Bombardier
P?r Air
, a sophisticated air purification system available exclusively on
Global
aircraft. The system’s advanced HEPA filter captures up to 99.99% of allergens, bacteria and viruses, and completely replaces the cabin air with 100% fresh air in as little as one-and-a-half minutes.
About Bombardier
With nearly 60,000 employees across two business segments, Bombardier is a global leader in the transportation industry, creating innovative and game-changing planes and trains. Our products and services provide world-class transportation experiences that set new standards in passenger comfort, energy efficiency, reliability and safety.
Headquartered in Montréal, Canada, Bombardier has production and engineering sites in over 25 countries across the segments of Aviation and Transportation. Bombardier shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD). In the fiscal year ended Dec. 31, 2019, Bombardier posted revenues of $15.8 billion. News and information are available at
bombardier.com
or on Twitter
@Bombardier
.
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