Mr. Stephen McCullough reports

BOMBARDIER'S GLOBAL 8000, THE WORLD'S FASTEST CIVIL AIRCRAFT, BLAZES TO ITS FIRST SPEED RECORD BETWEEN MONTREAL, CANADA AND NICE, FRANCE

Bombardier Inc.'s Global 8000 business jet has set its first speed record on a mission departing from Montreal, Canada, and landing in Nice, France. The aircraft completed the mission in just over six hours.

Boasting a top speed of Mach 0.95 and a range of 8,000 NM, the Global 8000 is the fastest and most luxurious aircraft in the industry, transporting passengers quicker, farther and more efficiently than ever before. On this specific mission, the aircraft was taking passengers to the Monaco F1 Grand Prix.

"Bombardier's Global 8000 business jet is truly in a class by itself when it comes to speed, luxury and performance -- setting the pace in the ultralong-range class," said Stephen McCullough, executive vice-president, engineering, product development, and Bombardier Defense. "With this latest accomplishment, the Global 8000 aircraft continues to illustrate its industry-leading attributes on all fronts, from its signature smooth ride to its outstanding performance and landing capabilities."

Boasting the lowest cabin altitude in business aviation production at 2,691 feet while cruising at 41,000 feet, the Global 8000 minimizes the physiological stress associated with high altitude travel, helping passengers arrive at their destinations feeling refreshed and ready to perform.

In addition to its long-range capabilities, low cabin altitude and exceptionally smooth ride, the aircraft remains remarkably agile, with takeoff and landing performance comparable with that of a light jet. Its advanced wing design featuring unique leading-edge slats enables customers to master up to 30-per-cent more airports than its closest rival.

The aircraft features four distinct, luxurious living spaces, including a full-size kitchen, providing the ultimate comfort and convenience. Its state-of-the-art connectivity options and ergonomic seating -- including Bombardier's signature Nuage seat -- makes it an ideal environment for productivity and relaxation, ensuring that passengers arrive at their destination refreshed and ready to take on their business endeavors.

About Bombardier Inc.

At Bombardier, the company designs, builds, modifies and maintains 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, Bombardier is committed to pioneering the future of aviation-innovating to make flying more reliable, efficient and sustainable. And the company is passionate about delivering unrivalled craftsmanship and care, giving its 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 more than 5,200 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.