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sexta-feira, 19 de dezembro de 2025

Bombardier Global 8000, World’s Fastest Business Jet, Receives U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (Faa) Certification

The Global 8000(1) is the fastest civilian aircraft since the Concorde with an industry-leading top speed of Mach 0.95 and class-leading range of 8,000 nautical miles (NM)
The Global 8000 delivers the lowest cabin altitude in business aviation production of just 2,691 ft. when cruising at 41,000 ft.
The Global 8000 received Transport Canada Type Certification on November 5, 2025 and entered into service in December 2025

Bombardier today announced that the Global 8000(1), the world’s fastest business aircraft, received U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification. The FAA certification marks the latest in a series of achievements over the past year that continue to illustrate the exceptional pedigree of this industry-defining ultra-long-range business aircraft – the fastest and most luxurious business jet in the skies. The Global 8000 received Transport Canada (TC) Type Certification on November 5, 2025 and entered into service in December 2025. Certification from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is pending.

“This accomplishment is a direct result of the commitment to excellence and dedicated work of our highly skilled employees, suppliers, Transport Canada and the FAA for a collaborative, effective process,” said Stephen McCullough, Senior Vice President, Engineering and Product Development, Bombardier. “Attaining the Global 8000 certification from the FAA sets new performance standards in the industry and marks one of the final chapters in our very successful development program for this groundbreaking business jet.”

In addition to entering into service and attaining certifications from both Canadian and American regulatory authorities as per schedule, the Global 8000 has redefined business aviation due to its unbeatable performance attributes and exquisite cabins.

With the lowest cabin altitude in business aviation production at 2,691 ft., customers will feel like they are standing atop the Burj Khalifa as they cruise at 41,000 ft. This significantly reduced cabin altitude minimizes the physiological stress typically associated with high-altitude travel, helping passengers arrive feeling refreshed, alert, and ready to perform.

The Global 8000 also boasts a top speed of Mach 0.95, enabling customers to fly farther, faster than any competing true four-zone business jet in the industry.

The Global 8000 is also the only true four-zone business jet to offer a range of 8,000 NM, enabling nonstop travel between more city pairs than ever before. In addition to its long-range capabilities, the aircraft remains remarkably agile, with takeoff and landing performance comparable to that of a light jet. Its advanced wing design featuring unique leading-edge slats enables customers to master up to 30% more airports than its closest rival.

Honda Aircraft Company Unveils New HondaJet Upgrade Package

New APMG S program enables owners of HondaJet Classic and APMG aircraft to benefit from the performance and capabilities of recent technical innovations
Upgrade program will be available through the Honda Aircraft Company Greensboro Service Center and its extensive global Authorized Service Center network

Honda Aircraft Company today announced the HondaJet APMG S, a new performance upgrade package for owners and operators of HondaJet Classic and HondaJet APMG (Advanced Performance Modification Group) aircraft. The APMG S package brings the spirit of continuous improvement to early production HondaJets, providing owners the opportunity to upgrade their aircraft with technical innovations introduced on more recent iterations of the platform, such as the HondaJet Elite S.

Honda Aircraft Company will offer the APMG S modifications package through the company's Greensboro Service Center as well as its global network of 21 Authorized Service Centers. Moreover, the company has already modified several pre-owned HondaJet aircraft with APMG S upgrades, which are available through its pre-owned aircraft program.

The HondaJet APMG S upgrade package includes avionics software and hardware that deliver faster processing speeds and enable future innovation across the legacy HondaJet fleet. These enhancements also bring key features from the HondaJet Elite S – such as the Advanced Steering Augmentation System (ASAS) – to a wider portion of the fleet. These advancements support handling precision and expand crosswind capability. As part of the HondaJet APMG S modifications, owners and operators also gain access to a 300-pound increase in Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW) over the unmodified legacy HondaJet. This enhancement enables operators to access an expanded range of useful loads. Operators also gain Graphical Weight and Balance features, enabling pilots to input loading and fuel data to estimate takeoff and landing weights.

"Honda Aircraft Company has challenged itself to provide our customers with top-level performance from the time the very first HondaJet rolled off the production line," said Amod Kelkar, Senior Vice President, Chief Commercial Officer and Large Project Leader for HondaJet Echelon. "As we approach the tenth anniversary of our first HondaJet delivery, we are excited to provide our customers the opportunity to upgrade their aircraft with the advanced technology and performance of more recent iterations of the award-winning HondaJet. We are also pleased to offer multiple interior refurbishment options to further enhance aircraft receiving APMG S modifications at our Greensboro Service Center in order to build on aircraft asset value and ownership appeal. By combining these service items, we can economize labor and downtime for our valued customers."

The APMG S modifications package has been certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as of the time of publication for installation on aircraft registered in the United States of America, with foreign certification planned to follow.

quinta-feira, 18 de dezembro de 2025

Chartright Air Group Launches the World’s First Bombardier Global 8000 Into Service

The world’s first Bombardier Global 8000 business jet has officially entered into service under the operational custody of Chartright Air Group, marking a defining milestone for Canadian aviation. The aircraft — designed and manufactured in Canada — has been delivered to Canada’s leader in private jet management, underscoring the country’s leadership in world-class business jet manufacturing.

This latest delivery builds on a strong foundation. In 2021 Chartright became the first Canadian operator to introduce the Global 7500 to its fleet, where only two days later, taking delivery of a second Global 7500. With the delivery of the Global 8000, Chartright now becomes the first operator in the world to welcome Bombardier’s newest flagship jet.

A New Benchmark in Performance

The Global 8000 elevates business aviation standards. Reaching cruise speeds of up to Mach 0.95 — making it the fastest operational civilian aircraft since the Concorde — and offering an exceptional 8,000-nautical-mile range, the Global 8000 enables more nonstop international routes including direct connectivity between global cities such as Toronto and Singapore, Vancouver and Dubai, or Montreal and Hong Kong.

Passenger comfort and well-being remain central to its design. The Global 8000 features the lowest cabin altitude in business aviation — just 2,691 ft at a cruise altitude of 41,000 ft — supporting reduced fatigue and improved alertness on long-haul flights.

Strengthening Canada’s Aviation Legacy

The delivery of the first Global 8000 to a Canadian operator further reinforces Canada’s role as a leader in advanced aircraft manufacturing. Bombardier supports a global fleet of more than 5,100 business aircraft in service worldwide. Business aviation and aircraft manufacturing continue to support tens of thousands of highly skilled jobs across the country, with an estimated 14,800 direct aerospace manufacturing positions attributed to the sector.

By delivering the Global 8000 into Canadian service, Bombardier and Chartright deepen a legacy of innovation, performance, and national pride — while directly contributing to the sustained growth and global competitiveness of Canada’s aerospace sector.

“Managing this best-in-class aircraft on behalf of our client reflects the depth of our trusted operational expertise and the strength of our longstanding relationship with Bombardier,” said Chartright’s Chief Operating Officer, Ben Boehm. “As the first to introduce the Global 7500 in Canada, we are proud to carry that legacy forward with the Global 8000. This milestone represents a significant achievement for our Chartright team and an important moment for both our company and the Canadian aerospace industry.”