Global 7500

Bombardier’s highly anticipated flagship Global 7500 entered into service December of 2018. The Global 7500 is the world’s largest purpose-built business jet. Its first flight took place on November 4, 2016. Flight testing was completed in August 2018, with over 2,400 hours logged by the five prototypes. In September of 2018, it received type certification from Transport Canada, followed by FAA type certification in November of 2018.

The Bombardier Global 7500 is the industry’s only business jet with four living spaces for customers to enjoy on journeys up to a range of 7,770 nm. That kind of performance allows nonstop flights from cities like New York to Hong Kong. The Global 7500 recently flew 8,152 nm from Singapore to Tuscon, Arizona and the aircraft landed with fuel reserves for nearly 1.5 hours of additional flight. Takeoff distance for the Global 7500 is now at 5,800 ft at full fuel in standard operating conditions, compared to an expected 5,950 ft. Its landing distance has also improved to 2,850 ft. from an expected 2,975 ft., rivaling that of aircraft in the light jet category.

The first zone is equipped with four of Bombardier’s newly designed Nuage seats, and two deployable side tables. Next is the conference suite, offering seating for six and a dining table that can be set up to span the width of the cabin. In the entertainment suite, passengers can kick back and watch a movie in an atmosphere that feels as cozy as a living room. Finally, the aftmost suite offers a dedicated bed, work area, and en suite lavatory with an optional shower. There’s also a wardrobe and unrestricted access to the baggage compartment.

The unit cost of the Bombardier Global 7500 is $72.8 million; it had 100 orders secured as it entered the market in 2018.