Bombardier Secures EU Nod for Global 8000

Bombardier is beginning to accrue validations for its flagship Global 8000, receiving European Union approval for the twinjet yesterday. The EU nod follows Transport Canada type certification in November and FAA approval in December. Also in December, Bombardier handed over the first copy of the Global 8000 to longtime customer Patrick Dovigi during a celebration at its facilities in Toronto.

The successor of the four-zone ultra-long-range Global 7500, the Global 8000 was certified as the fastest civilian aircraft since the supersonic Concorde with a top speed of Mach 0.95. In addition, the newest Global became the longest-range of the Globals, capable of flying 8,000 nm, and features a new low cabin altitude of 2,691 feet while cruising at 41,000 feet.

“Attaining EASA certification illustrates the hard work and dedication of Bombardier’s highly skilled employees and suppliers in collaboration with Transport Canada and EASA teams,” said Stephen McCullough, executive v-p of engineering, product development, and Bombardier Defense. “This accomplishment further strengthens the momentum behind this groundbreaking business jet.”