Bombardier Defense Celebrates the Official Unveiling of armasuisse’s New Head of State Multi-mission Global 7500 Aircraft

Rhea-AI Summary

Bombardier Defense unveiled its first Head of State multi-mission Global 7500 aircraft delivered to armasuisse on January 29th, 2025, in Bern, Switzerland. The aircraft, delivered in December 2024, will serve dual purposes: government and military personnel transport and emergency evacuation missions.

The platform features the Smooth Flĕx Wing technology, achieving a top speed of Mach 0.925 and a range of 7,700 nautical miles. Notable specifications include exceptional lift capabilities, improved safety features, and a fleet dispatch reliability exceeding 99.8%. The aircraft's self-protection system is scheduled for installation in the second half of 2025.

According to armasuisse project manager Samuel Fuhrimann, the collaboration with Bombardier has met all contractual requirements regarding schedule and quality. The Global 7500 has set numerous speed records, completing more than 75 record missions on key routes since its entry into service in December 2018.

• The first Head of State multi-mission Global 7500 aircraft delivered to armasuisse by Bombardier Defense was unveiled to the public on January 29^th, in Bern, Switzerland
• Military and government operators appreciate the Global 7500 aircraft’s capabilities that optimize performance, efficiency and safety to support both head-of-state transportation and emergency evacuation missions
• Bombardier Defense has an active fleet of Global and Challenger aircraft in service that are tailored to ensure maximized efficiency for government transport, by gearing the cabin for productivity and safety

BERN, Switzerland, Jan. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bombardier Defense today celebrated the first public unveiling of armasuisse’s newly-delivered Global 7500 multi-mission aircraft. The platform will be equipped for government and military personnel transport and for emergency evacuation missions. The addition of this next-generation platform to armasuisse’s fleet will ensure an increased transportation capacity and protection for government and military officials, and an efficient platform to perform critical humanitarian missions. Bombardier Defense delivered the Global 7500 aircraft to armasuisse in December 2024, and the first deployment by the Federal Air Transport Service is set for early 2025.

“The Global 7500 aircraft is a proven and versatile platform that has earned speed records, stood out as the highest performing in its class and has quickly become a customer favorite,” said Stephane Leroy, Vice-President of Sales. “Armasuisse’s aircraft represents a significant milestone for Bombardier Defense, as it is the first Global 7500 configured for head-of-state multi-mission needs. We are proud to have the trust of armasuisse, and to support them with critical transportation and emergency evacuation missions.”

According to the armasuisse project manager Samuel Fuhrimann, the collaboration between Bombardier and armasuisse has been excellent. The project is within the contractual agreement concerning requirements, schedule and quality. The self-protection system also is on schedule to be installed in the 2^nd half of 2025.

With a top speed of Mach 0.925 and a range of 7,700 nautical miles (14,260 km), the Global 7500 allows customers to travel longer, faster and farther. The aircraft is equipped with the Smooth Flĕx Wing, a feature that serves as an in-air shock absorber, generating exceptional lift on takeoff and approach. This feature maximizes aerodynamic efficiency and boosts performance, all while improving safety, offering the industry’s smoothest ride, as well as allowing for increased productivity for officials and comfortable transport for evacuation missions. It also reduces fuel burn, lowers emissions and produces excellent short-field and high-speed performance.

Since its entry-into-service in December 2018, the Global 7500 business aircraft has proven to be the highest-performing in class, boasting a fleet dispatch reliability of more than 99.8%. The Global 7500 aircraft has also set more speed records than any aircraft in its class having recently flown more than 75 speed record missions on a number of key routes.⁽¹⁾

On top of providing exceptional aircraft, Bombardier Defense has dedicated in-house engineering and support teams available 24/7 worldwide. Bombardier Defense’s teams also have the ability to incorporate modifications tailored to the customers’ needs with complete certification capabilities across the full spectrum of civilian, military and hybrid operations. Bombardier brings decades of experience working with special mission operators and renowned mission systems integrators to adapt its proven platform for critical operations worldwide.

About Bombardier

At Bombardier (BBD-B.TO), we design, build, modify and maintain the world’s best-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. That means not simply exceeding standards, but understanding customers well enough to anticipate their unspoken needs.

For them, we are committed to pioneering the future of aviation—innovating to make flying more reliable, efficient and sustainable. And we are passionate about delivering unrivaled craftsmanship and care, giving our customers greater confidence and the elevated experience they deserve and expect. Because people who shape the world will always need the most productive and responsible ways to move through it.

Bombardier customers operate a fleet of approximately 5,000 aircraft, supported by a vast network of Bombardier team members worldwide and 10 service facilities across six countries. Bombardier’s performance-leading jets are proudly manufactured in aerostructure, assembly and completion facilities in Canada, the United States and Mexico. In 2024, Bombardier was honoured with the prestigious “Red Dot: Best of the Best” award for Brands and Communication Design.

For Information

For corporate news and information, including Bombardier’s Environmental, Social and Governance report, as well as the company’s plans to cover all its flight operations with a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blend utilizing the Book and Claim system visit bombardier.com.

Learn more about Bombardier’s industry-leading products and customer service network at bombardier.com. Follow us on X @Bombardier.

Bombardier, Bombardier Defense, Global, Global 7500 are registered or unregistered trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries.

⁽¹⁾ Speeds and distances referenced per FAI guidelines. Some records pending review by FAI, the World Air Sports Federation.

A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/c053f30f-9842-4d34-ae49-27b6989668ed

FAQ

What are the key specifications of Bombardier's Global 7500 aircraft delivered to armasuisse?

The Global 7500 features a top speed of Mach 0.925, a range of 7,700 nautical miles (14,260 km), Smooth Flĕx Wing technology, and boasts a fleet dispatch reliability of over 99.8%.

When will armasuisse's Global 7500 aircraft begin its first deployment?

The Federal Air Transport Service is set to begin the first deployment of the Global 7500 aircraft in early 2025.

How many speed records has the BDRBF Global 7500 aircraft achieved?

The Global 7500 has completed more than 75 speed record missions on various key routes since its entry into service.

What are the primary missions of armasuisse's new Global 7500 aircraft?

The aircraft will serve two main purposes: government and military personnel transport, and emergency evacuation missions.

When will the self-protection system be installed on armasuisse's Global 7500?

The self-protection system is scheduled to be installed in the second half of 2025.