Chartright Air Group announced that its Bombardier Global 8000 business jet has officially entered into service. The aircraft — designed and manufactured in Canada — has been delivered to the private jet management company to begin flights.In a press release, the company stated that in 2021, it became the first Canadian operator to introduce the Global 7500 to its fleet, and then also took delivery of a second Global 7500. With the delivery of the Global 8000, Chartright says it is “now the first operator in the world to welcome Bombardier’s newest flagship jet.”The Global 8000 can reportedly reach cruise speeds of up to Mach 0.95 and can offer a 8,000-nautical-mile range.In a press release, the company also stated that Bombardier supports a global fleet of more than 5,100 business aircraft in service worldwide. Business aviation and aircraft manufacturing continues to support jobs across Canada, with an estimated 14,800 direct aerospace manufacturing positions attributed to the sector.“Managing this best-in-class aircraft on behalf of our client reflects the depth of our trusted operational expertise and the strength of our longstanding relationship with Bombardier,” said Chartright’s Chief Operating Officer, Ben Boehm. “As the first to introduce the Global 7500 in Canada, we are proud to carry that legacy forward with the Global 8000. This milestone represents a significant achievement for our Chartright team and an important moment for both our company and the Canadian aerospace industry.” (ICE TORONTO)

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