Bombardier Global 6500 Aircraft Acquired by the National Research Council of Canada to Conduct Critical Research and Development Activities

Article content

The Global 6500 aircraft offers a mission-configurable cabin with ample space, long-range performance, and a robust electrical and structural architecture that allows for the seamless installation and integration of evolving technologies, including advanced research equipment, sensors, and mission systems. These capabilities will provide the NRC with a versatile and enduring platform to support research initiatives in service of Canada’s defence and national interests.

Article content

Bombardier is proud to draw upon Canada’s world-class aerospace supply chain, with the aircraft assembled at the company’s Pearson facility in Mississauga, Ontario. The Global 6500 platform benefits from the contribution of more than 65 Canadian suppliers from coast to coast, and as part of the contract with Bombardier the NRC aircraft will be modified in Canada to enhance its mission-specific capabilities.

Article content

Bombardier business jets are ideal for defence missions including Airborne Early Warning & Control (AEW&C), Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR), Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), multi-role, head of state transport, medevac, urgent humanitarian assistance and more. Bombardier is known for its flexible, collaborative approach, building long-term relationships with governments and militaries, and joining forces with the world’s most advanced mission system providers to provide proven, reliable and advanced defence solutions.

Article content

Article content

About Bombardier

Article content

At Bombardier (BBD-B.TO), we design, build, modify and maintain the world’s best-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. That means not simply exceeding standards, but understanding customers well enough to anticipate their unspoken needs.

Article content

For them, we are committed to pioneering the future of aviation—innovating to make flying more reliable, efficient and sustainable. And we are passionate about delivering unrivaled craftsmanship and care, giving our customers greater confidence and the elevated experience they deserve and expect. Because people who shape the world will always need the most productive and responsible ways to move through it.

Article content

Bombardier customers operate a fleet of more than 5,200 aircraft, supported by a vast network of Bombardier team members worldwide and 10 service facilities across six countries. Bombardier’s performance-leading jets are proudly manufactured in aerostructure, assembly and completion facilities in Canada, the United States and Mexico. In 2024, Bombardier was honoured with the prestigious “Red Dot: Best of the Best” award for Brands and Communication Design.

Article content

Article content

For Information

Article content

For corporate news and information, including Bombardier’s Sustainability report, as well as the company’s initiative to cover all its flight operations with a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blend utilizing the Book-and-Claim system visit bombardier.com.

Article content

Learn more about Bombardier’s industry-leading products and customer service network at bombardier.com. Follow us on X @Bombardier.

Article content

Article content

Article content

_{Bombardier, Global and Global 6500 are registered or unregistered trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries.} 

Article content

Article content

Article content

Article content

Article content

Article content

Article content