Bombardier Defense Receives Order for Two Global 6500 Aircraft from Saab

Bombardier Defense announced that longtime partner Saab has placed a firm order for two Bombardier Global 6500 aircraft.

“Through Bombardier Defense, the Global 6500 aircraft is the go-to strategic asset for governments around the world looking to modernize and strengthen their defense capabilities,” said Eric Martel, president and chief executive officer of Bombardier.

Martel added, “Bombardier Global aircraft are ideally suited for the most demanding missions, with proven flexibility, reliability, power generation, range and ability to operate at high altitudes.”

Bombardier’s Global 6500 fixed-wing aircraft offer a top speed of Mach 0.90 and a maximum range of 6,600 nautical miles (12,223 km). The steep approach certification and advanced wing design of Global aircraft allow access to more locations than with legacy commercial platforms.

Bombardier Defense has experience derived from a fleet of more than 500 special mission aircraft and an operational track record of over 3 million fleet hours. The company’s Challenger and Global aircraft families represent a solution for missions including urgent humanitarian assistance, Head of State transportation, Maritime Patrol, Search and Rescue and more.

Solutions range from turnkey packages comprising the complete design, building, testing and certification activity, to specialist engineering support and technical oversight to collaborate on customized services specific to the mission requirements.