What Are The 7 Aircraft In The Bombardier Global Family?

The Bombardier Global family of aircraft represents the pinnacle of luxury, performance, and technology in the business aviation industry. These aircraft are designed to meet the needs of the most demanding travelers, offering impressive range, speed, and passenger capacity. In this article, we explore the seven aircraft in the Bombardier Global family, ranked from the smallest to the largest range.

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Global 5000

5,200 nautical miles

In the Bombardier Global family, the Global 5000 has the smallest range. Yet, its 5,200-nautical-mile (5,984-mile / 9,630-kilometer) range is nothing short of impressive – capable of connecting distant cities like New York and London or Los Angeles and Tokyo.

Announced in 2002, the jet offers a perfect balance of range and performance with a spacious cabin designed for comfort on long-haul flights. It is equipped with advanced avionics and state-of-the-art cabin technology, ensuring a smooth and productive flight experience for all passengers. Further, the aircraft features a luxurious cabin, making it a popular choice among business travelers who prioritize reliability, efficiency, and comfort.

Key features:

• Range: 5,200 nautical miles (5,984 miles / 9,630 km)
• Maximum Speed: Mach 0.89 (683 mph / 1,099 km/h)
• Passenger Capacity: Up to 16 passengers

6

Global 5500

5,700 nautical miles

Building upon the success of the Global 5000, the Global 5500 offers enhanced performance and updated amenities, including greater speed and range – providing travelers with the ability to reach farther destinations more efficiently.

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Unveiled in 2018, the Global 5500 is equipped with new Rolls-Royce Pearl engines and an optimized wing, both of which result in higher speed and improved fuel efficiency. According to Bombardier, the engines boast up to 13% lower fuel burn and 9% more thrust. As a result, the Global 5500 has a lower direct operating cost than the Global 5000, per air.one.

The aircraft also features a new and improved cabin, featuring Bombardier’s Nuage seats inspired by the Global 7500.

Key features:

• Range: 5,700 nautical miles (6,559 miles / 10,556 km)
• Maximum Speed: Mach 0.90 (691 mph / 1,111 km/h)
• Passenger Capacity: Up to 16 passengers

5

Global 6000

6,000 nautical miles

In October 2003, Bombardier announced the Global Express XRS, a revamped version of the original Global Express (more on this later), which it replaced. Eight years later, in 2011, the manufacturer rebranded the XRS and upgraded its avionics from the Honeywell Primus 2000XP to the new Bombardier Vision flight deck to create the Global 6000, as reported by Aviation International News.

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The Global 6000 features a spacious cabin with multiple seating configurations, advanced connectivity options, and a quiet environment that ensures passengers arrive at their destination well-rested and ready for business. The Global 6000’s advanced avionics and systems make it a reliable and efficient choice for discerning travelers.

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The Global 6000, though not discernibly longer than the XRS, has quite a few improvements.

Key features:

• Range: 6,000 nautical miles (6,905 miles / 11,112 km)
• Maximum Speed: Mach 0.89 (683 mph / 1,099 km/h)
• Passenger Capacity: Up to 17 passengers

4

Global Express

6,500 nautical miles

The Global Express is the original model in the Bombardier Global family, setting the standard for long-range business jets when it was first introduced in July 1999. It has since evolved, but its core attributes remain impressive.

According to Flight International, the Global Express project was unveiled at the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) convention in October 1991. At the time, Bombardier was exploring the development of longer-range business aircraft, planting the seed for the Bombardier family.

Key features:

• Range: 6,500 nautical miles (12,000 km)
• Maximum Speed: Mach 0.77 (590 mph / 950 km/h)
• Passenger Capacity: Up to 17 passengers

3

Global 6500

6,600 nautical miles

When Bombardier launched the Global 5500, it also announced the Global 6500. Like the Global 5500 to the 5000, the Global 6500 is the upgraded version of the 6000, equipped with new engines, wings, interiors, and avionics, per Business Jet Traveler.

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Notably, the Global 6500 offers the widest cabin in its class, according to Bombardier, and features three distinct living spaces for maximum privacy and comfort. Its leading-edge wing technology and purpose-built engines provide the Global 6500 class-leading range that connects even more cities.

Key features:

• Range: 6,600 nautical miles (7,595 miles / 12,223 km)
• Maximum Speed: Mach 0.90 (691 mph / 1,111 km/h)
• Passenger Capacity: Up to 17 passengers

2

Global 7500

7,700 nautical miles

The Global 7500 is the flagship of the Bombardier Global family, offering unmatched performance and an unprecedented cabin experience. According to Bombardier, it is the largest and longest range purpose-built business jet in the world.

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As the world’s only business jet large enough to accommodate four true living spaces, the jet can be configured to have a main bedroom with a full-sized bed, a fully equipped kitchen (with two ovens, coffee machine, and chilled storage, no less), as well as a full-sized dedicated crew suite.

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Key features:

• Range: 7,700 nautical miles (8,861 miles / 14,260 km)
• Maximum Speed: Mach 0.925 (710 mph / 1,143 km/h)
• Passenger Capacity: Up to 19 passengers

1

Global 8000

8,000 nautical miles

Despite the Global 7500 setting new standards as an industry leader, Bombardier didn’t stop there. In 2022, it unveiled the Global 8000, which the manufacturer refers to as “the flagship for a new era”.

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The Global 8000 combines the fastest speed, longest range, and smoothest ride into a single business aircraft, boasting the highest speed and longest range in business aviation. According to Bombardier, the jet will also feature unrivaled short-field performance, for access to a wider range of airports.

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The Global 8000, set to be the ultimate long-range business jet, promises to push the boundaries of performance and luxury even further. It is slated to enter the market in 2025, per LunaJets.

Key features:

• Range: 8,000 nautical miles (9,206 miles / 14,816 km)
• Maximum Speed: Mach 0.94 (721 mph / 1,161 km/h)
• Passenger Capacity: Up to 19 passengers

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Top Five Features Of The Bombardier Global 8000

The aircraft features four living areas, a full kitchen, a dedicated crew rest area, and a zero-gravity chair. Oh, and it broke the sound barrier.

The Bombardier Global family of aircraft represents the zenith of business aviation, combining exceptional range, speed, and passenger capacity with luxurious and technologically advanced cabins. By continually pushing the boundaries of what is possible in business aviation, Bombardier ensures that the Global family remains at the forefront of the industry, offering unmatched performance, comfort, and luxury.