New Jets from Bombardier and Gulfstream Unveiled
Bombardier upgrades the Challenger 350
Bombardier is upgrading the popular Challenger 350 super-midsize jet by incorporating features from the firm’s Global line of aircraft (Global 5500/6500). The rebranded jet will be called the Challenger 3500 and will be available later in 2022. Super-midsize jets typically have trans-continental range and are intended for flights of between 5-6 hours.
Bombardier’s “Nuage” seats, common to the newer Global series of jets, will be introduced on the Challenger 3500. These seats provide for free movement and a high degree of recline. Cabin enhancements in the Challenger 3500 include voice-controls for lighting, temperature, and entertainment, along with wireless charging. Externally the aircraft will look the same as the current Challenger 350, but inside the flight deck will feature new technology that will further decrease pilot workload and improve aircraft performance.
Among the many sustainability projects integrated into the Challenger 3500 program, Bombardier is offering an app that will make it easier for pilots to reduce fuel burn and hence emissions. Bombardier is also employing more sustainable materials in the cabin, including natural products, wool and polyesters that are reclaimed from manufacturing processes.
The new Challenger 3500 business jet. Bombardier images.
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While Gulfstream unveils its new G800 and G400 jets
Gulfstream Aerospace recently announced two new additions to its family of large-cabin jets: the ultra long range G800, and the G400.
The G800 will eventually replace the G650ER as Gulfstream’s longest-range jet. The aircraft will be capable of flying 8,000 nautical miles, 500 more than the current in-production G700, making routes such as Los Angeles to Singapore, or Perth to London, a reality. The G800 will have the same cabin as the G650, but will incorporate changes originally introduced on the G700 including a touchscreen flight deck and similar engines. Cabin amenities will be upgraded in line with the jet’s mission to fly between continents without a stop. This includes 3 separate configurable living areas with seating for up to 19 people, and a separate crew compartment.
Meanwhile, in a nod to the highly popular G-IV/ G-IV SP legacy, Gulfstream will introduce the new G400. Essentially a shortened G500, the aircraft will have a range of 4,200 nautical miles (roughly 8 hours of flying time) which is similar to its predecessors. The G400 comes with an upgraded flight deck and cabin interior similar to the newer G500 and G600 aircraft, along with newer engines.