BBD.BBombardier
Esunnnnnnngineering long-range business aviation platforms since 1942.
Manufacturer Overview
A global leader in the business aviation industry, Bombardier designs, manufactures, and services world-class business jets. Following a strategic shift in 2021, the company operates exclusively as a pure-play business aviation provider, focusing entirely on its award-winning Challenger and Global aircraft families.
Bombardier's legacy in aviation began in 1986 with the acquisition of Canadair, the original creator of the Challenger series. In the 1990s, the company revolutionized the market with the launch of the pioneering Global Express program. Today, they are renowned for pushing the boundaries of speed, range, and cabin comfort, highlighted by the industry-leading Global 7500 and the upcoming Global 8000.
Active Aircraft Families
38 TOTAL MODELSOther Models
Challenger 300
super-mid-size
Challenger 350
super-mid-size
Challenger 600
large-cabin
Challenger 601
large-cabin
Challenger 604
large-cabin
Challenger 605
large-cabin
Challenger 650
large-cabin
Challenger 850
large-cabin
Challenger 3500
super-mid-size
Global 5000
large-cabin
Global 5500
super-long-range
Global 6000
long-range
Global 6500
long-range
Global 7500
ultra-long-range
Global 8000
ultra-long-range
Global Express
ultra-long-range
Global Express XRS
ultra-long-range
Learjet 23
light-jet
Learjet 24
light-jet
Learjet 25
light-jet
Learjet 28
light-jet
Learjet 31
light-jet
Learjet 31A
light-jet
Learjet 35
light-jet
Learjet 36
light-jet
Learjet 40
light-jet
Learjet 40XR
light-jet
Learjet 45
light-jet
Learjet 45XR
light-jet
Learjet 55
mid-size
Learjet 55B
mid-size
Learjet 55C
mid-size
Learjet 60
mid-size
Learjet 60XR
mid-size
Learjet 70
light-jet
Learjet 75
light-jet
Learjet 75 Liberty
light-jet
Learjet 85
mid-size
Market Intelligence
Market Share Trends
Stable growth in the ultra-long-range segment, capturing roughly 32% of new deliveries.
Backlog Estimates
Estimated $14.5B backlog indicating strong sustained demand through the coming years.
Fleet Age
Average active fleet age is 12.4 years, showing strong secondary market retention.
Historical Milestones
1986
Acquisition of Canadair, entering the business aviation market.
1990
Launch of the Global Express program, defining ultra-long-range travel.
2018
Global 7500 enters service, breaking multiple city-pair speed records.
2021
Strategic shift to focus exclusively on pure-play business aviation.
Notable Operators
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bombardier public?
Yes, Bombardier is publicly traded under the ticker BBD.B.
What is the flagship aircraft for Bombardier?
The flagship aircraft is typically their newest ultra-long-range jet, setting records for speed and cabin comfort.