Bombardier Defense announced it will showcase its Challenger and Global aircraft solutions at the Farnborough International Airshow, scheduled for July 20 to 24, 2026.
The event will include the first-ever aerial display of the Global 8000 aircraft.
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The company is expanding its presence in Europe to help nations modernize their airborne defense capabilities amid evolving security needs.
The Global 8000, which entered service in 2025, offers an 8,000 nautical mile range and access to 30 percent more airfields than its closest competitor.
Europe Focus on Readiness
Stephen McCullough, Executive Vice President of Engineering, Product Development and Bombardier Defense, said the company has built a strong reputation across Europe.
He expressed delight in showcasing their expertise at the show, aligning with Europe's focus on readiness and capability modernization.
McCullough noted that Bombardier Defense is ready to provide mission-ready solutions built around trusted platforms like the Global 6500 and Global 8000 to rapidly address capability gaps.
The Global 6500 has already been selected for special missions by nations including Canada, the United States, Germany, Sweden, Korea, and Australia.
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In a separate commercial milestone, Bombardier confirmed the first delivery of a Global 8000 business jet in Asia to an undisclosed customer based in Shanghai.
This delivery highlights rising regional demand for ultra-long-range aircraft capable of connecting global financial centers nonstop.
Emmanuel Bornard, VP of International Sales at Bombardier, described Asia as a strategic market where customers prioritize efficiency, connectivity and comfort.
To support its growing global fleet, Bombardier is expanding its infrastructure.
The company integrated Rolls-Royce Holdings plc's Pearl 15 engine monitoring into its Smart Link Plus program for Global 5500 and 6500 jets, tracking 10,000 parameters to reduce downtime.
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Bombardier is also opening a new 51,000-square-foot paint facility at its London Biggin Hill Service Centre.
