The Bombardier Global 8000 has received European Aviation Safety Agency approval, completing the Global 8000 certification process and marking the final step in the Bombardier Global 8000 EASA certification 2026 timeline. The ultra-long-range business jet, described as the fastest business jet since Concorde, began operations in December 2025 after approvals from Transport Canada and the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), supporting its global rollout.
Performance and Operational Capability
The Bombardier Global 8000 is now certified as the fastest business jet since Concorde, with recent approvals confirming its performance claims. The aircraft was certified by Transport Canada in November 2025, followed by the U.S. FAA in December 2025, and received EASA certification on Jan. 23, 2026. It is approved for a maximum operating speed of Mach 0.95, while a test aircraft briefly broke the sound barrier in May 2021, reaching Mach 1.015.
The ultra-long-range business jet Global 8000 offers an 8,000 nautical mile range, enabling nonstop flights such as London-Perth, Dubai-Houston, and Singapore-Los Angeles. It is designed to fly at 51,000 feet, above most commercial aircraft and weather systems.
Bombardier’s Smooth Flex Wing and leading-edge slats help the aircraft perform well on shorter runways while still flying efficiently at high speed. Bombardier says this gives the Global 8000 access to around 30% more airports than its closest rivals, with a takeoff distance of about 5,760 feet under standard conditions.
Cabin Design and Passenger Comfort
Bombardier says the Bombardier Global 8000 cabin and wellness features are now fully in service following its entry into service in December 2025. As an ultra-long-range business jet, it is the only aircraft in its class with a four-zone cabin layout, with separate areas for working, dining, entertainment, and sleeping, plus a dedicated crew rest area. It typically seats up to 19 passengers, with flexible layouts for work, relaxation, and sleep.
The aircraft maintains a 2,691-foot cabin altitude at 41,000 feet, one of the lowest in business aviation, which can help reduce fatigue on long flights. It also uses the Bombardier Pũr Air system with hospital-grade HEPA filters to remove up to 99.99% of particles, including viruses and bacteria, and refresh the cabin air in as little as 90 seconds. The Soleil circadian lighting system is designed to help passengers adjust to new time zones and reduce jet lag.
The cabin includes Nuage zero-gravity seats, designed to reduce pressure on the lower back and improve circulation, along with a full-size bed in the principal suite and an optional stand-up shower.
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