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    Bombardier Delivers First Global 8000 In Asia, Marking A Key Milestone For Ultra-Long-Range Aviation In The Region
    Posted On: June 23, 2026
    With a top speed of Mach 0.95, a range of 8,000 nautical miles, and access to 30% more airports than its closest rival, the Global 8000 sets a new benchmark for performance, flexibility, and productivity in business aviation. ...
    Bombardier & Elie Saab Unveil ‘Haute Couture’ Cabin Design For Global 8000 Business Jet
    Posted On: June 11, 2026
    Bombardier and Lebanese fashion house Elie Saab have introduced a bespoke “haute couture of aviation” cabin design for the ultra-long-range Global 8000 business jet. ...
    Bombardier Global 8000 To Make South American Debut
    Posted On: May 12, 2026
    Bombardier’s Global 8000 business jet will make its South American debut at the Catarina Aviation Show from May 21 to 23 at the São Paulo Catarina Executive International Airport in Brazil. ...
    AAI On Non-Destructive Testing In Challenger Landing Gear Overhaul
    Posted On: February 2, 2026
    AAI explains why Bombardier Challenger landing gear requires specialized inspections, maintenance, and why non-destructive testing is vital. ...
    Bombardier Global 8000, World’s Fastest Business Jet, Receives U.S. Federal Aviation Administration Certification
    Posted On: December 19, 2025
    Bombardier’s Global 8000, the fastest civilian aircraft since the Concorde, received Transport Canada Type Certification on November 5 and entered into service in December 2025. ...
    Bombardier Global 8000, The World’s Fastest & Longest-Range 4-Zone Business Jet, Now Sets A New Benchmark With The Lowest Cabin Altitude
    Posted On: November 4, 2025
    Bombardier’s Global 8000 introduces a new industry benchmark for cabin altitude, exceeding its original estimates with a mark of 2,691 feet at 41,000 feet, making it the lowest being produced in business aviation. ...
    Bombardier’s Global 8000 Business Jet Breaks Its Own Speed Record
    Posted On: October 17, 2025
    Bombardier recently announced that its upcoming 19-passenger, ultra-long-range Global 8000 will provide an industry-leading top speed of Mach 0.95, making it the fastest business jet in history. ...
    Bombardier To Launch Major U.S. Services Expansion Initiative Across Multiple States
    Posted On: August 7, 2025
    Bombardier’s US Services network is set to grow through a multi-phase, multi-site expansion initiative focusing on existing geographies where the company operates, in addition to new ones. ...
    Bombardier’s Blazing-Fast Global 7500 Jet Sets Its 135th City-Pair Speed Record
    Posted On: July 21, 2025
    The industry flagship stands alone as the most decorated record-setting business jet of all time, solidifying its position as the leader of the ultra-long-range class. ...
    New Paint Facility At Bombardier’s London Biggin Hill Service Centre Progressing To Plan As Structure Takes Shape
    Posted On: July 8, 2025
    Bombardier’s upcoming two-bay paint facility will complement its existing service facility and will employ more than 50 skilled paint technicians. ...
    Bombardier's Record-Setting Global 7500 Aircraft Earns New Speed Record Between Montréal & Paris
    Posted On: June 16, 2025
    Bombardier’s new record adds to the Global 7500 aircraft’s quickly growing list of records and demonstrates its ability to connect key cities around the world faster than any other business jet. ...
    Bombardier’s New Abu Dhabi Service Facility Highlights Ongoing Commitment To The Region
    Posted On: April 9, 2025
    Bombardier celebrates its new service facility at Al Bateen Executive Airport in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, as its customer support footprint continues to grow around the world. ...
    AAI: Landing Gear Maintenance Requirements For Challenger 300 & 600 Series Aircraft
    Posted On: March 31, 2025
    Whether you’re a seasoned operator or new to the industry, it is important to keep up with landing gear maintenance requirements for your aircraft so you can avoid costly downtime and ensure peak performance. ...
    Bombardier Begins Manufacturing Global 8000 Components
    Posted On: October 24, 2024
    Bombardier has begun manufacturing key components for the first Global 8000 production aircraft at its facilities in Canada, the U.S., and Mexico. ...
    Bombardier Global 7500 Jet Surpasses 50 Speed Records
    Posted On: August 30, 2024
    Bombardier says its Global 7500 business jet has broken more than 50 speed records in less than 50 weeks during demonstration flights and other missions. ...
    Bombardier & F/List Introduce New Material Lounge At Bombardier London Biggin Hill Service Centre
    Posted On: June 24, 2024
    Customers can select colour, texture, and style options at Bombardier’s London Biggin Hill Service Centre, the largest business aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility in the UK for business aircraft. ...
    Bombardier Takes Challenger 3500 & Global 7500 On Brazilian Demo Tour
    Posted On: June 17, 2024
    Bombardier’s appearance at the Catarina Aviation Show in Brazil kicked off a cross-country demo tour for its Challenger 3500 and Global 7500 business jets. ...
    Bombardier Unveils Bold New Brand Identity Worldwide As Company Soars Toward An Ambitious Future
    Posted On: April 30, 2024
    A new logo celebrates the company’s successful shift toward pure-play business aviation. ...
    Bombardier Global 7500 Business Jet Sets 2 More Speed Records
    Posted On: April 10, 2024
    The Bombardier Global 7500 business jet added more speed records with flights from Farnborough, England, to Muharraq, Bahrain, and from Phoenix to Paris. ...
    Ultra-Long-Range Bombardier Global 7500 Business Jet Makes Singapore Airshow Debut
    Posted On: February 19, 2024
    Bombardier’s award-winning, record-breaking 19-passenger Global 7500 executive jet, which has a flight range of 7,700 nautical miles and a top speed of Mach 0.925, made its Singapore Airshow Debut in late February. ...
    Bombardier Flies 18-Foot-Wide Prototype During 2nd Test Phase Of EcoJet Research Project
    Posted On: November 8, 2023
    Bombardier unveiled exclusive images at NBAA-BACE 2023 of an 18-foot-wide prototype vehicle it has been flying during the second test phase of its EcoJet sustainability project. ...
    Bombardier, Duncan Aviation To Offer Gogo Business Aviation’s 5G Connectivity Upgrade On Select Bombardier Aircraft
    Posted On: October 24, 2023
    The new Gogo 5G air-to-ground high-speed internet connection will leverage the Gogo AVANCE platform and the completed 5G network to provide customers with faster internet access and coverage in most of North America. ...
    Bombardier Celebrates Delivery Of 150th Global 7500 Aircraft, Reaffirms Its Position As Undisputed Leader In Business Aviation
    Posted On: October 19, 2023
    “Our team is truly proud of and excited about the success of the Global 7500 aircraft program reaching its 150th-built aircraft,” said Éric Martel, Bombardier’s President and CEO. ...
    Bombardier To Display New & Certified Pre-Owned Global & Challenger Business Jets At NBAA-BACE 2023
    Posted On: October 12, 2023
    Bombardier will show its Global 7500, Global 6500, Challenger 3500, and Challenger 650 business jets at NBAA-BACE 2023 in Las Vegas in mid-October and will debut its first certified pre-owned aircraft (a Challenger 300) at a U.S. trade show. ...
    Advanced Avionics Upgrade Available For In-Service Bombardier Global Jets With Vision Flight Deck
    Posted On: August 31, 2023
    “The primary objective of this upgrade, and our long-term collaboration with Bombardier, is to proactively provide information to the flight deck that improves safety and confidence in decision making,” says Bombardier’s Marc Ayala. ...
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    What's New At Sandhills Global
    Posted 7/17/2026
    Find out about the latest Sandhills news, including AI to write your asset descriptions, the new UCC Search app, a new e-commerce solution, and more. ...
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    Auction & Realty Company Kiko Auctioneers Sees Quick Success, Future Growth With Sandhills
    Posted 7/16/2026
    Kiko Auctioneers began working with Sandhills in 2025, when the company partnered with Controller.com, Executive Controller, and Equipmentfacts to sell several Cessna and Embraer business jets, and has never looked back. ...
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    Cirrus Aircraft Aims To Transform Flight Training With New TRAC10
    Posted 7/14/2026
    Cirrus Aircraft has expanded its flight training aircraft lineup with the new TRAC10, a three-seat, single-engine aircraft designed specifically for professional, collegiate, and career-oriented flight schools. ...
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    Year-Over-Year Used Aircraft Inventory Levels Continue To Slide In June
    Posted 7/13/2026
    Watch our new Sandhills Global market report video for inventory and value trends affecting used jets, piston singles, and other aircraft on Sandhills platforms. ...
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    Dassault Aviation Completes Maiden Flight Of Falcon 10X Business Jet
    Posted 7/6/2026
    Dassault Aviation’s all-new Falcon 10X, designed to be the largest dedicated business jet in service, recently moved a step closer to certification after completing its maiden flight in France. ...
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    Supply Constraints Remain in Pre-Owned Aircraft Market as Inventory Levels Continue to Decline
    Posted 7/6/2026
    The newest Sandhills Global aviation market reports show continued year-over-year inventory decreases across several used aircraft categories in June. ...
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    AAI: How We Create FAA-Certified Specialized Repairs For King Air Landing Gear
    Posted 6/29/2026
    AAI explains how maintaining aircraft isn't just about replacing worn parts, it's also about knowing when and how to repair them the right way. ...
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    Bombardier Delivers First Global 8000 In Asia, Marking A Key Milestone For Ultra-Long-Range Aviation In The Region
    Posted 6/23/2026
    With a top speed of Mach 0.95, a range of 8,000 nautical miles, and access to 30% more airports than its closest rival, the Global 8000 sets a new benchmark for performance, flexibility, and productivity in business aviation. ...
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    Bombardier & Elie Saab Unveil ‘Haute Couture’ Cabin Design For Global 8000 Business Jet
    Posted 6/11/2026
    Bombardier and Lebanese fashion house Elie Saab have introduced a bespoke “haute couture of aviation” cabin design for the ultra-long-range Global 8000 business jet. ...
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    Inventory Levels Drop Across Most Aircraft Categories, Asking Prices Show Mixed Movement
    Posted 6/10/2026
    Watch our new Sandhills Global market report video for inventory and value trends affecting used jets, piston singles, and other aircraft on Sandhills platforms. ...
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