The era of ultra-fast private aviation has entered a new chapter with the arrival of the Bombardier Global 8000, the fastest business jet ever to enter service. On December 8, Canadian businessman Patrick Dovigi took delivery of the first Global 8000 as it rolled off the production line in Toronto. With its record-breaking speed, intercontinental range, and cutting-edge luxury, the aircraft is redefining what private air travel can be.
Here are 10 unique features that make the Global 8000 the ultimate business jet.
1. Fastest Civilian Jet Since Concorde
The Global 8000 has a certified top speed of Mach 0.95 (around 630 mph), making it the fastest civilian aircraft in service today. During testing, it even broke the sound barrier, reaching Mach 1.02, a feat unmatched by any modern business jet.
2. Drastically Reduced Travel Time
At cruising speed, the jet can fly London to New York in about five hours, nearly three hours faster than commercial aircraft, offering a decisive edge for time-sensitive travel.
3. Ultra-Long Range Capability
With a range of approximately 9,200 miles, the Global 8000 can comfortably connect city pairs such as London–Los Angeles or New York–Hong Kong nonstop.
4. Access to More Airports
Thanks to its advanced wing design, the aircraft can land at 30% more runways than comparable jets, including challenging airports like Samedan near St Moritz, opening up remote and exclusive destinations.
5. Lowest Cabin Altitude in Its Class
Bombardier claims the lowest cabin altitude in the world at just 2,691 feet, which helps reduce fatigue, dehydration, and jet lag, ensuring passengers arrive feeling fresher.
6. Smooth-Flex Wing Technology
The jet features large, thin, and flexible wings with a 104-foot wingspan, designed to absorb turbulence before it reaches the cabin, delivering an exceptionally smooth ride.
7. High-Altitude Flying Advantage
Capable of flying up to 51,000 feet, well above commercial traffic, the Global 8000 avoids most weather systems, further enhancing comfort and efficiency.
8. Powerful and Efficient Engines
Equipped with GE Passport engines, each delivering up to 20,000 pounds of thrust, the aircraft combines high speed with fuel efficiency and reduced emissions.
9. Ultra-Luxurious, Customisable Interiors
The cabin is divided into four distinct zones—conference area, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. Interiors feature oversized 300 sq in windows, rotating or zero-gravity seats, and fully customisable finishes.
10. Exclusive Yet Accessible
Priced at around £65 million, the Global 8000 can also be chartered. A London–New York flight costs roughly £73,000, making the fastest private jet experience available beyond ownership.
With unmatched speed, range, comfort, and technological sophistication, the Bombardier Global 8000 is not just a private jet—it is a statement of where the future of luxury aviation is headed.