Bombardier Defense has announced that the company is exhibiting multiple defense solutions at the Farnborough International Airshow, including the Global and Challenger aircraft platforms.

As part of the exhibition, the Global 8000 is conducting its first-ever aerial display.

Bombardier’s Global 8000 jet features several capabilities that make it a mission-ready aircraft with flexible applications. Key capabilities include:

• 8,000-nautical-mile range
• 820-meter cabin altitude
• High payload volume
• Extended endurance on station
• Ability to access 30% more airfields

There are also options to add extra features like:

• Secure communications
• Self-protection systems
• Advanced navigation

After the Global 8000’s entry-into-service in December 2025, the aircraft has proven useful in a variety of missions, including Head of State transport.

At the Farnborough Air Show, the Global 8000 will showcase capabilities like:

• Short-field takeoff
• Climb
• Agility

Executive Vice President, Engineering, Product Development and Bombardier Defense Stephen McCullough said, “Bombardier Defense has built a strong reputation across Europe and we are delighted to be showcasing our outstanding expertise at the show, which aligns with Europe’s focus on readiness and capability modernization.”

McCullough added, “As European nations face evolving defense needs, Bombardier Defense is ready to provide mission-ready solutions built around trusted aircraft like the Global 6500 and the Global 8000, where agility, endurance and reliability are required to rapidly address capability gaps.”

The Global 6500 is currently in use for special missions by countries like:

• United States
• Canada
• Germany
• Sweden
• Australia
• Korea

To ensure mission readiness, Bombardier operates a maintenance network for its aircraft, including locations like:

• London Biggin Hill
• Berlin

As part of service expansions, the company is opening a new dedicated paint facility at the London Biggin Hill Service Centre.

The network also features Line Maintenance Stations in:

• Farnorough
• Paris
• Geneva
• Luton Nice
• Linz

Attendees can visit Bombardier Defense to learn more about the Global and Challenger platforms from July 20-24 at Chalet C603.