Bombardier's Ultra-Long-Range Business Jet Gains FAA Approval

Bombardier’s Global 8000 ultra-long-range business jet has received FAA certification, clearing the way for customer deliveries in the US. The aircraft boasts a top speed of Mach 0.95 and a range of 8,000 nautical miles. With its advanced design and performance capabilities, the Global 8000 is poised to compete in the US business aviation market. The certification was announced on December 19, 2025, following Transport Canada type certification on November 5. FAA certification caps over a decade of development and flight testing. The first Global 8000 was delivered on December 8 to Canadian entrepreneur Patrick Dovigi, replacing his Global 7500. Bombardier emphasizes comfort and operational flexibility as key differentiators. The aircraft features the lowest cabin altitude of any production business jet, measuring just 2,691 feet while cruising at 41,000 feet.