VistaJet Places Firm Order for Six Bombardier Business Jets
(Thomson Reuters ONE) -
- Four Ultra-Long-Range Global Express XRS and Two Large Cabin Challenger 605
Aircraft
FARNBOROUGH, UNITED KINGDOM--(Marketwire - July 20, 2010) - Bombardier Aerospace
today announced VistaJet of Switzerland has placed a firm order for four Global
Express XRS aircraft and two Challenger 605 jets. The total value of the order
is approximately $277 million US, based on the 2010 list price for typically
equipped aircraft.
"This is great news for both our companies," said Steve Ridolfi, President,
Bombardier Business Aircraft. "It reinforces the message that business aviation
remains a valuable and necessary business tool for companies in Europe and
around the world."
VistaJet is a privately owned company offering revolutionary business aviation
solutions through its one-of-a-kind Flight Solutions Program. Including the
order announced today, the VistaJet fleet comprises more than 30 medium to
ultra-long-range, state-of-the-art jets with an average age of less than two
years. The current fleet includes Learjet 40 XR, Learjet 60 XR, Challenger 300,
Challenger 604, Challenger 605, Challenger 850 and Global Express XRS jets.
"VistaJet has expanded rapidly beyond Europe's borders. We now have major
customers in the Middle East, Africa, Russia / CIS and Far East who require
longer-haul aircraft with state-of-the-art cabins. Challenger and Global
business jets are ideal to meet the needs of our passengers in these regions,"
said Thomas Flohr, Founder and Chairman of VistaJet. "As we continue to build
our global network, we are glad we can rely on the strong products of the
Bombardier business aircraft family to achieve our expansion goals."
Challenger 605 aircraft: In service since January 2007, the Challenger 605 jet
features the widest stand-up cabin of any large category business jet available
today. It is equipped with the Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 avionics suite and
an all-new cabin electronic system. It can whisk five passengers from Geneva-New
York non-stop(i), in superior comfort. Optional equipment on the Challenger 605
jet now includes the Bombardier Enhanced Vision System (BEVS), providing pilots
with significantly improved situational awareness and the ability to observe
runway lights and the runway environment in difficult operating conditions, such
as low visibility or darkness.
Global Express XRS aircraft: The Global Express XRS business jet's superior
performance and cabin volume make it a leader in the ultra-long-range jet
category. Offering the ultimate in cabin comfort, this impressive jet can link
London-Mumbai or New York-Moscow non-stop with eight passengers and
three-to-four crew(i). The Global Express XRS jet is now available with the
Global Vision flight deck, featuring a state-of-the-art avionics suite paired
with superior design aesthetics to create the ultimate flight control
environment and providing Global aircraft pilots with an unprecedented level of
situational awareness and comfort.
About Bombardier
A world-leading manufacturer of innovative transportation solutions, from
commercial aircraft and business jets to rail transportation equipment, systems
and services, Bombardier Inc. is a global corporation headquartered in Canada.
Its revenues for the fiscal year ended Jan. 31, 2010, were $19.4 billion, and
its shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD). Bombardier is listed
as an index component to the Dow Jones Sustainability World and North America
indexes. News and information are available at www.bombardier.com.
(i)Under certain operating conditions.
Bombardier, Bombardier Enhanced Vision System, Challenger, Challenger 300,
Challenger 604, Challenger 605, Challenger 850, Global, Global Express, Learjet
40, Learjet 60, XR and XRS are either registered or unregistered trademarks of
Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries.
Contacts:
For information
Bombardier Business Aircraft
Danielle Boudreau
Mobile: + 514-898-6386
danielle.boudreau(at)aero.bombardier.com
www.bombardier.com
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