Bombardier Nabs $400M Canadian Deal for Global 6500s

Bombardier received a $400 million order from the Canadian government for six Global 6500s on Friday to support the Royal Canadian Air Force in a range of missions throughout the world. Bombardier and government leaders celebrated the agreement at the manufacturer’s Global Aircraft Assembly Centre in Toronto, where the Global 6500 aircraft is assembled.

The order builds on a long-time relationship with the Royal Canadian Air Force, which has operated Bombardier Challengers since 1983. Plans call for delivery of the Globals to begin by mid-2027 for use in missions including aeromedical, disaster relief, humanitarian aid, and national security.

“The award of this contract to purchase the Global 6500 under the Defence Investment Agency is a turning point in how Canada equips its military,” said Stephen Fuhr, secretary of state for defense procurement. “By streamlining processes and cutting red tape, the Defence Investment Agency is accelerating the delivery of the versatile capabilities the Royal Canadian Air Force needs.”

Bombardier president and CEO Éric Martel added: “The Global 6500 aircraft is a world-class, made-in-Canada product with the versatility to perform multiple missions, making it the go-to solution for governments around the world. Today, the more than 12,000 Canadians who work at Bombardier can take great pride in knowing that this aircraft will now serve their country.”