Bombardier’s Global 8000 jet. (Source: Bombardier)
  • Bombardier (TSX:BBD.A) has set a new record for lowest cabin altitude with its Global 8000, which currently stands as the world’s fastest and longest-range business jet
  • Bombardier builds jets for businesses, governments and militaries around the world
  • Bombardier stock has added 92.82 per cent year-over-year

Bombardier (TSX:BBD.A) has set a new record for lowest cabin altitude with its Global 8000, achieving a figure of 2,691 ft at 41,000 ft., comparable to standing atop the Burj Khalifa.

Combined with HEPA air filtration through Bombardier’s Pũr Air system, the aircraft offers industry-leading protection when it comes to passengers’ physical wellbeing, ensuring that they arrive at their destinations “feeling refreshed, alert and ready to perform,” as per Tuesday’s news release.

The Global 8000 currently stands as the world’s fastest and longest-range business jet, with a top speed of Mach 0.95 and a range of up to 8,000 nautical miles.

The aircraft is scheduled to enter into service in 2025, when it would become the fastest civil aircraft since the Concorde.

Management commentary

“The ultimate comfort in the sky is feeling like you’re at home. We have focused heavily on elevating the passenger experience, imperative priorities for ultra-long-range travel. With this industry benchmark for reduced cabin altitude, along with numerous other design features, we help passengers have the most comfortable inflight experiences in the industry,” Stephen McCullough, senior vice president of engineering and product development at Bombardier, said in a statement. “The Global 8000 is truly the pinnacle of aviation engineering today. Offering the best combination of performance and comfort in the industry, we help our passengers have the most comfortable inflight experience.”

About Bombardier

Bombardier builds jets for businesses, governments and militaries around the world. The company’s customers operate a fleet of more than 5,100 aircraft supported by 10 service facilities across six countries. Manufacturing activities are based in Canada, Mexico and the United States.

Bombardier stock (TSX:BBD.A) is down by 2.86 per cent trading at C$195.50 as of 9:34 am ET. The stock has added 92.82 per cent year-over-year.

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