First production Global 8000 aircraft logs flawless inaugural flight
The first production Global 8000 aircraft has taken flight!
Bombardier celebrated a huge milestone on May 16, 2025, as its flagship of a new era, the Global 8000, logged a successful inaugural flight under sunny skies. The aircraft departed Bombardier’s state-of-the-art Aircraft Assembly Centre at Toronto Pearson International Airport and performed flawlessly during a series of production flight test procedures.
Bombardier pilots gave the Global 8000 high marks, reporting that it performed as expected.
“This first production flight marks yet another successful milestone for Bombardier’s Global 8000 program and we are very pleased with how the aircraft performed on its maiden journey,” said Stephen McCullough, Senior Vice President, Engineering and Product Development, Bombardier.
The Global 8000 is the fastest civil aircraft since the Concorde, capable of reaching a top speed of Mach 0.94, and is the only four-zone business jet with a range of 8,000 nautical miles. The successor to Bombardier’s Global 7500, which has accumulated more than 250,000 flying hours fleet-wide since entering into service in 2018, the Global 8000 now moves on to interior completions and preparation for certification.
“With its low cabin altitude, luxurious and healthy cabin, signature smooth ride and unparalleled performance capabilities, the Global 8000 is the clear choice for discerning owners and operators who prioritize convenience and flexibility,” continued McCullough.
The Global 8000 flight test vehicle (FTV) exceeded expectations during flight testing and the first production aircraft is now at Bombardier’s Laurent Beaudoin Completion Centre in Montreal, where interior completions will take place. The Global 8000 aircraft is set to enter into service later this year.