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Saab orders two Bombardier Global 6500 jets for defence missions

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Eric Martel, President and CEO of Bombardier, and Micael Johansson, President and CEO of Saab, at the Paris Air Show 2025.

Saab has placed a firm order for two Bombardier Global 6500 aircraft to support its defence mission capabilities.

The Global 6500 is a high-performance, long-range business jet well-suited for special mission use, offering:

  • Mach 0.90 top speed
  • 6,600 nautical miles (12,223 km) range
  • High-altitude operation and steep approach certification for broader access

Bombardier promotes the aircraft as a modern, flexible, and reliable fixed-wing solution for government and military clients. Bombardier Defense has delivered over 500 special mission aircraft, accumulating 3 million fleet hours.

Its Global and Challenger platforms are used worldwide for roles such as Maritime Patrol, Search and Rescue, Head of State transport, and humanitarian missions.

Capabilities Offered

Bombardier Defense supports customers with turnkey solutions, including:

  • Full design and certification
  • Mission-specific customization
  • Engineering and technical oversight

This order further cements the Global 6500’s reputation as a versatile and trusted platform for advanced airborne defence applications.

This post was published on 20 June 2025 12:40

André Orban

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