Bombardier adds size and range to the business jet market

The Continental business jet nears certification as development continues on the Global 5000.

Representing Bombardier's 12th new aircraft in 12 years, the Global 5000 will compete in the super-large jet segment, which, according to some industry forecasts, will require about 750 aircraft by 2010.

A derivative of the Bombardier Global Express, the aircraft will be able to access short airfields and fly 4800 nmi at Mach 0.85. The aircraft, which was announced in October 2001, is expected to enter service in late 2004.