AVWest Orders Six Bombardier Global Business Jets
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PARIS, FRANCE--(Marketwire - June 21, 2011) - Bombardier Aerospace today
announced that AVWest of Australia has placed overall firm orders for four
Global 7000 and two Global 8000 ultra long-range jets, two of which were placed
earlier this year. The total value of this overall order is approximately $400
million US, based on the 2011 list price for typically equipped aircraft.
"The momentum for Global aircraft remains strong, as the need for long distance
travel increases in correlation with the growth of international commerce," said
Steve Ridolfi, President, Bombardier Business Aircraft. "The business community
requires flexible travel means to make the most out of executives' busy agendas.
Global aircraft provide the ideal combination of privacy and in-flight
productivity for their passengers while rapidly linking key long-distance city
pairs non-stop. This order is another superb endorsement of our new Global 7000
and Global 8000 jets, and we're delighted that AVWest has once again decided to
put their trust into our Global aircraft family," he added.
AVWest is a large Australian corporate jet operator and also owns and operates
the Perth Jet Centre, providing 24-hour ground handling for all types of
business aircraft as well as full FBO and VIP services. Their current fleet of
modern aircraft and helicopters includes a large cabin Challenger 604 aircraft
and three Global Express XRS jets.
"The Global 7000 and Global 8000 aircraft are the perfect addition to our
fleet," said Tim Roberts, Principal, AVWest. "Our customers' travel needs
increasingly require non-stop access to key destinations around the world. The
Global 7000 and Global 8000 jets are the perfect fit, with range capabilities
and a level of comfort that is truly amazing and unique to Bombardier's Global
business jet family."
Global 7000 aircraft: Featuring a spacious four-zone cabin, this aircraft sets
the benchmark for a new category of large business jets. With a volume of 2,637
cu. ft. (74.67 cu. m.), passengers will enjoy 20 per cent more living space than
the cabin of the Global 6000 aircraft, the current industry leader. The aircraft
will have a high-speed cruise of M 0.90(i) and a range of 7,300 nm (13,520 km)
at M 0.85(i). It will fly Sydney-Dubai, London-Singapore or Beijing-Washington
non-stop with 10 passengers(i). Entry-into-service is currently scheduled for
2016.
Global 8000 aircraft: Flying farther than any other business jet(i), the Global
8000 aircraft will feature a superior three-zone 2,236-cu.ft. (63.32-cu.m.)
cabin and an impressive range of 7,900 nm (14,631 km) at M 0.85(i). It will
connect Sydney-Los Angeles, Hong Kong-New York and Mumbai-New York non-stop with
eight passengers(i). The Global 8000 jet will reach a high-speed cruise of M
0.90(i). Entry-into-service is currently scheduled for 2017.
Unmatched performance
Bombardier's new Global aircraft will feature an all-new high-speed transonic
wing, designed to significantly optimize aerodynamic efficiency, combined with
next-generation GE Passport 16,500 lb- thrust-engines to deliver significant
efficiency and emissions advantages, including reduced NOx emissions - 50 per
cent below the International Civil Aviation Organization's upcoming Civil
Aircraft Emissions Protocol (CAEP-6) regulations - and offering approximately
14 percent overall fuel efficiency when compared to current in-production ultra
long-range category jets. Featuring a high-speed cruise of M 0.90(i), these
aircraft are designed to outperform all others, connecting more key city pairs
non-stop worldwide through a combination of outstanding range, fuel efficiency
and balanced field length.
Ultimate comfort and flexibility
Cabin features include: maximum natural light through new enlarged windows that
provide approximately 80 per cent more surface per window than on current Global
aircraft; a generous baggage suite that is accessible during flight; a crew rest
area equipped with berthable seating; a spacious galley with optimized meal
preparation and storage possibilities; an innovative approach to cabin zones,
giving customers more flexibility and choice when defining their floorplan; and
innovative design options that bring the comforts of home to the aircraft
environment.
Innovative technology and design
The new Global 7000 and Global 8000 jets will also feature the most up-to-date
version of the Global Vision flight deck and the advanced connectivity
capability of a leading-edge cabin management system to ensure the highest
levels of convenience, comfort and control ever presented in a business jet.
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 January 31, 2011, were $17.7 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 atwww.bombardier.com or follow us on
Twitter (at)BombardierInc.
Notes to editors
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(i)Under certain operating conditions.
Bombardier, Challenger 604, Global, Global 6000, Global 7000, Global 8000,
Global Express, Global Vision and XRS are trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its
subsidiaries.
Contacts:
Danielle Boudreau
Bombardier Business Aircraft
+1-514-898-6386
danielle.boudreau(at)aero.bombardier.com
www.bombardier.com
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