Bombardier Inc.
Bombardier is a renowned Canadian aerospace and transportation company with a rich history dating back to its founding in 1942.
Over the decades, it has evolved into a global leader in the design, manufacturing, and servicing of innovative transportation solutions, including trains, aircraft, and various mobility systems.
With its headquarters in Montreal, Quebec, Bombardier has left an indelible mark on the aerospace and transportation industries.
It has played a pivotal role in shaping modern aviation, creating iconic aircraft such as the Bombardier CRJ Series, Q Series, and the cutting-edge CSeries (now the Airbus A220) airliners, known for their efficiency, comfort, and environmental sustainability.
Table of Content
- About Bombardier
- Current Aircraft Fleet by Bombardier
- Celebrities who own Bombardier
- Acquisitions & Partnership
- Competitors
About Bombardier
Bombardier is known for its comprehensive range of business jets, including the Challenger and Global aircraft families.
The Global aircraft family is renowned for its unrivaled comfort, performance, technology, and smooth ride, making it a preferred choice for corporate productivity.
On the other hand, the Challenger aircraft family is highly regarded among the world’s top corporate flight departments and charter operators.
Current Aircraft Fleet by Bombardier
Challenger 350
- Type: Super Mid-size business jet
- Range: 3,200 nm (5,926 KM)
- Speed: Mach 0.83
- Capacity: Up to 10 passengers
- Maximum Operating Altitude: 13,716 m
Challenger 3500
- Type: Super Mid-size business jet
- Range: 3,400 nm (6,297 KM)
- Speed: Mach 0.83
- Capacity: Up to 10 passengers
- Maximum Operating Altitude: 45,000 ft
Challenger 650
- Type: Long-Range Jet
- Range: 4,000 nm (7,408 KM)
- Speed: Mach 0.85
- Capacity: Up to 12 passengers
- Maximum Operating Altitude: 41,000 ft
Global 5500
- Type: Long-range
- Range: 5,900 nm (10,927 KM)
- Speed: Mach 0.90
- Capacity: Up to 16 passengers
- Maximum Operating Altitude: 51,000 ft
Global 6500
- Type: Long Range
- Range: 6,600 nm (12,223 KM)
- Speed: Mach 0.90
- Capacity: Up to 17 passengers
- Maximum Operating Altitude: 51,000 ft
Global 7500
- Type: Long Range
- Range: 7,700 nm (14,260 KM)
- Speed: Mach 0.925
- Capacity: Up to 19 passengers
- Maximum Operating Altitude: 51,000 ft
Global 8000
- Type: Long Range
- Range: 8,000 nm (14,816 KM)
- Speed: Mach 0.94
- Capacity: Up to 19 passengers
- Maximum Operating Altitude: 51,000 ft
Celebrities who own Bombardier
Jay-Z and Beyoncé
Bombardier Challenger 850
Kylie Jenner
Bombardier Global 7500
Oprah Winfrey
Bombardier BD-700 Global Express XRS
Bill Gates
Global 8000
John Travolta
Bombardier Challenger 601
Acquisitions & Partnership
In 1986, Bombardier acquired Canadair. The acquisition of Canadair was a major coup for Bombardier, and it helped to establish the company as a major player in the global aerospace industry.
In 1989, Bombardier acquired Short Brothers. The acquisition was part of Bombardier’s strategy to expand its aerospace business and gain a foothold in the European market. Short Brothers was a leading manufacturer of regional aircraft and aircraft components, and its acquisition gave Bombardier access to new technologies and markets.
In 1990, Bombardier acquired Learjet to expand its business aviation portfolio. Learjet was a leading manufacturer of business jets in the light and midsize categories. Bombardier was already a major player in the regional aircraft market, but it did not have a significant presence in the business jet market. Acquiring Learjet would give Bombardier a strong foothold in this market.
In 1992, Bombardier acquired de Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC). DHC was a leading manufacturer of regional turboprop aircraft, including the Dash 8 series, which was popular with regional airlines around the world. DHC also had a long history of developing and building innovative aircraft, and Bombardier wanted to tap into this expertise to improve its own products.
In 1995, Bombardier founded Flexjet. It allowed Bombardier to offer a wider range of services to its customers and to tap into the growing demand for fractional ownership. his is important for a manufacturing company like Bombardier, which can experience cyclical fluctuations in revenue.
In 1999, Bombardier acquired the Global Express aircraft program from General Electric to give it a presence in the larger and more profitable market for long-range business jets. GE also had a strong sales and marketing network for its aircraft engines, and Bombardier wanted to leverage this to sell the Global Express to customers around the world.
In 2017, Bombardier acquired a majority stake in CSeries Aircraft Limited Partnership (CSALP). By partnering with Airbus, Bombardier was able to gain access to Airbus’ resources and expertise to help sell and support the C Series worldwide.