MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - March 30, 2012) -
Bombardier Aerospace today announced that AVWest of Australia has placed
firm orders for five Global 6000 ultra long-range jets, featuring the
new Vision Flight Deck. The total value of this overall order is
approximately $292.5 million US, based on the 2012 list price for
typically equipped aircraft.
"Bombardier''s Global aircraft portfolio is unique to our industry.
Together, the Global aircraft family offers range, cabin volume and
flight deck commonality that is unmatched by any competitive product,"
said Steve Ridolfi, President, Bombardier Business Aircraft. "AVWest and
Bombardier have a solid, long-standing relationship. We are delighted
that they continue to place their confidence in Bombardier and the
Global aircraft family."
AVWest is a large Australian corporate jet operator and also owns and
operates the Perth Jet Centre, providing 24-hour ground handling for all
types of business aircraft as well as full Fixed Based Operation (FBO)
and VIP services. Their current fleet of modern aircraft and helicopters
includes a large cabin Challenger 604 and three Global Express XRS
jets. In June 2011, Bombardier confirmed that AVWest placed firm orders
for four Global 7000 and two Global 8000 jets.
"The Global 6000 jet is today''s perfect solution to connecting key long
range city pairs non-stop." said Tim Roberts, Principal, AVWest. "In
addition, the Vision Flight Deck and the overall commonality with the
forthcoming Global 7000 and Global 8000 aircraft make it the obvious
choice for AVWest."
The Global 6000 jet features the largest cabin of any in-service
purpose-built corporate aircraft currently on the market - offering more
cabin volume and more floor space than its closest competitor. No other
in-service business jet in the ultra long-range segment matches the
high-speed range capability delivered by this aircraft.
Described as a breakthrough in business aviation, the Vision Flight Deck
is designed to deliver a completely new cockpit experience. By
combining the best in technological advancements with superior designer
aesthetics, it provides pilots flying Bombardier Global aircraft an
unprecedented level of control and comfort. The Vision Flight Deck
introduces the Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion® avionics suite,
providing an integrated flight deck to ensure interoperability between
systems.
About Bombardier
A world-leading manufacturer of innovative transportation solutions,
from commercial aircraft and business jets to rail transportation
equipment, systems and services, Bombardier Inc. is a global corporation
headquartered in Canada. Its revenues for the fiscal year ended
December 31, 2011, were $18.3 billion, and its shares are traded on the
Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD). Bombardier is listed as an index component
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Bombardier, Challenger 604, Global, Global 6000, Global 7000, Global
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Pro Line Fusion is a registered trademark of Rockwell Collins.
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