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Bombardier coverage on Fliegerfaust: aviation developments and analysis, with geopolitical and economic context when relevant.
Global 7500 speed records — how did Bombardier reach 150, and what does that milestone mean for the next phase of ultra‑long‑range business aviation? Bombardier insists, the fastest civil aircraft since Concorde. Bombardier set the tone on October 2, 2025, by announcing that its Global 7500 had achieved its 150th city‑pair speed record. The company
Bombardier BACN delivery — what does the ninth aircraft mean for the U.S. Air Force, for Bombardier’s defence business, and for airborne connectivity on contested battlefields? On September 22, 2025, Bombardier confirmed that it had handed over a 9th Global‑series aircraft to the U.S. Air Force, registered 24-9049 (pre‑conversion civil registration N898M), to support the
Naples Bombardier Challenger 604 crash—what, precisely, did the newly released NTSB docket change about what we thought we knew? The February 9, 2024 highway landing attempt in Naples, Florida stunned the aviation community for its ferocity and its survivors. The NTSB public docket, released on September 3, 2025, adds data, voice, and maintenance evidence that
What drives Bombardier Defence News this June? Firstly, Saab’s firm order for two Global 6500 special-mission jets headlines the month. Meanwhile, it’s joined by landmark Challenger 3500 deliveries in Saudi Arabia and a strategic technology alliance with Safran. Moreover, in this feature, we explore how each development reshapes Canada’s defence aerospace sector and the global
Have you ever wondered how aircraft giants shape the skies we fly? Today, June 16, 2025, marks the exciting first day of the Paris Air Show 2025. Airbus and Bombardier have already made significant waves. These announcements feature remarkable new orders and ground-breaking speed records. Additionally, they promise a dynamic future for both passenger and
Will the new Bombardier Global 8000 rewrite business-aviation norms, or will speed come at a cost? Last week the Bombardier Global 8000 completed its flawless first production flight from Mississauga, setting the stage for entry-into-service in 2025. The milestone raises a bigger question: can a Mach 0.94 jet truly balance range, comfort and sustainability? Bombardier
