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Bombardier Global 6500

Bombardier · Ultra-long-range Business Jet · USA · Digital Age (2010–present)

Bombardier Global 6500 — Ultra-long-range Business Jet
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The Bombardier Global Express is a large cabin, long-range business jet designed and manufactured by Bombardier Aviation. Announced in October 1991, it first flew in October 1996, received its Canadian type certification in July 1998 and entered service in July 1999. Initially powered by two BMW/Rolls-Royce BR710s, it shares its fuselage cross section with the Canadair Regional Jet and Challenger 600 with a new wing and tail.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
General Aviation
Domain
Dual-Use
Era
Digital Age (2010–present)
Country
USA
Manufacturer
Bombardier
Operator
Corporate / charter / military
Primary Role
Ultra-long-range Business Jet
Status
In Service
Service Entry
2019
Produced
150
Unit Cost (2026$)
~$57M new
Engine
2x Rolls-Royce Pearl 15
Thrust / Power
30,800 lbf total
Launch
Ground
Length (ft)
99
Wingspan (ft)
94
Empty Weight (lb)
47000
MTOW (lb)
99500
Endurance (hr)
13
Service Ceiling (ft)
51000
Range (mi)
6600
Max Speed (mph)
590
Max Speed (Mach)
0.90