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By Daniel Baxter |
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October 17, 2010 - Corporate aviation leader Bombardier Aerospace over the weekend reaffirmed its command of the large business jet category by introducing two new jets, the Global 7000 and Global 8000 aircraft. Bombardier's flagship Global aircraft family now uniquely covers the large, ultra long-range category with four aircraft models, the Global 5000, Global Express XRS, Global 7000 and Global 8000 jets. "Bombardier's commitment to innovation, ongoing investment in product development strategy and strength as the industry leader are key contributors to our overall success," said Steve Ridolfi, President, Bombardier Business Aircraft. |
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"The Global
aircraft platform gained instant worldwide recognition for design and
performance when it was first introduced in 1996, and Global aircraft
have since become renowned as the industry's most advanced jets. By
extending this great aircraft family, we are once again offering a
business jet travel experience that is unmatched and ahead of its time."
"These new
aircraft are solid examples of Bombardier's foresight and visionary
thinking. The Global 7000 and Global 8000 jets will give our customers
the ability to reach more destinations non-stop than ever before,
delivering unprecedented levels of performance, flexibility, and
comfort," continued Mr. Ridolfi. "There has never been a better time to
"Be Global"."
Global 7000
aircraft: Featuring a spacious four-zone cabin, this aircraft sets the
benchmark for a new category of large business jets. With a volume of
2,637 cu. ft. (74.67 cu. m.), passengers will enjoy 20 per cent more
living space than the cabin of the current industry leader. The aircraft
will have a high-speed cruise of M 0.90 and a range of 7,300 nm (13,520
km) at M 0.85. It will fly
Global 8000
aircraft: Flying farther than any other business jet, the Global 8000
aircraft will feature a superior three-zone 2,236-cu.ft. (63.32-cu.m.)
cabin and an impressive range of 7,900 nm (14,631 km) at M 0.85*. It
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Bombardier's new
Global aircraft will feature an all-new high-speed transonic wing,
designed to significantly optimize aerodynamic efficiency, combined with
next-generation GE TechX 16,500 lb- thrust-engines to deliver
significant efficiency and emissions advantages, including reduced NOx
emissions ? 50 per cent below the International Civil Aviation
Organization's upcoming Civil Aircraft Emissions Protocol (CAEP-6)
regulations ? and an eight per cent better overall fuel-efficiency
target when compared to the industry-leading Global Express XRS
aircraft. Featuring a high-speed cruise of M 0.90, these aircraft are
designed to outperform all others, connecting more key city pairs
non-stop worldwide through a combination of outstanding range, fuel
efficiency and balanced field length.
Cabin features
common to both new aircraft include: maximum natural light through new
enlarged windows, that provide approximately 80 per cent more surface
per window than on current Global aircraft; a generous baggage suite
that is accessible during flight; a crew rest area equipped with
berthable seating; a spacious galley with optimized meal preparation and
storage possibilities; an innovative approach to cabin zones, giving
customers more flexibility and choice when defining their floorplan; and
innovative design options that bring the comforts of home to the
aircraft environment. |
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