Bombardier Global 8000

The Global 8000 is designed to combine ultra-long-range capability with strong airport performance for an aircraft of its size. Its Smooth Flĕx Wing and short-field performance help it access a wide range of major international and business aviation airports, including routes where runway performance, payload and range all matter. However, airport suitability still depends on runway length, aircraft weight, weather, parking, handling facilities, local restrictions and operator approvals.

Highly restrictive airports such as London City require specific steep-approach aircraft and operator approval. Although the closely related Global 7500 is already approved there with selected operators, the Global 8000 is not currently listed among the approved aircraft/operator combinations for London City; future approval may be possible if the aircraft and operator complete the required process.

The Global 8000, Gulfstream G800 and Dassault Falcon 10X sit at the top end of the ultra-long-range private aviation market, but each aircraft has a different emphasis. The Gulfstream G800 offers the longest published NBAA IFR range, at 15,186 km (8,200 nm), while the Global 8000 offers 14,816 km (8,000 nm) and a higher published top speed of Mach 0.95. The Falcon 10X is designed around cabin space, with Dassault announcing the largest cabin cross-section in business aviation and a planned range of 7,500 nm. However, unlike the Global 8000 and Gulfstream G800, the Falcon 10X is not yet available for charter, as it is still in flight testing.

The Global 8000 is a very new aircraft, so charter availability is expected to be more limited than for established ultra-long-range jets such as the Global 7500, Global 6000 or Gulfstream G650ER. Availability will vary by region, season and operator, so LunaJets may propose a Global 8000 when available, or comparable ultra-long-range alternatives when better suited to the itinerary.

The Global 8000 builds on the Global 7500 platform and retains the same four-zone long-haul cabin philosophy. The main differences are performance-related: the Global 8000 offers a higher published top speed of Mach 0.95 and an NBAA IFR range of 14,816 km (8,000 nm). It also slightly improves Bombardier’s already very low Global-family cabin altitude, with the cabin pressurised to an equivalent altitude of just 2,691 ft (820 m) when cruising at 41,000 ft.

The Global 8000 includes a furnished lavatory with a window, vanity, sink and faucet. Depending on the configuration, it can also feature an en suite bathroom linked to the Principal Suite, with an available stand-up shower.

For charter flights, the exact bathroom layout depends on the individual aircraft, so LunaJets will confirm whether the available Global 8000 includes a shower before booking.

The Global 8000 is designed for long-haul comfort with four separate living spaces, allowing passengers to work, dine, relax and sleep during extended flights.

Its cabin is pressurised to an equivalent altitude of just 2,691 ft (820 m) when cruising at 41,000 ft, helping create a more comfortable environment on intercontinental routes.

Passenger wellbeing is also supported by Bombardier Pũr Air filtration, Nuage seats with a zero-gravity position and Soleil circadian lighting, which uses dynamic daylight simulation to help reduce the effects of long-haul travel.

The aircraft also offers high-speed connectivity options and advanced entertainment features, including an available 55-inch 4K display and Bombardier’s l’Opéra audio system.