Bombardier Announces Presence at the 2015 Dubai Airshow with the Local Debut of its all-new C Series Aircraft

Bombardier announced today it will touch down at the 29th Dubai Airshow  with an impressive line-up of commercial and business aircraft on static display. The line-up will include the all-new CS100 airliner, Q400 turboprop, CRJ900 aircraft; and three business aircraft – the Learjet 75, Challenger 350 and the Global 6000. Held at the Dubai World Central Airport, members of Bombardier’s senior leadership team from commercial aircraft and business aircraft will be on site to meet with customers, suppliers and other stakeholders at the Dubai Airshow, which runs from November 8 to 12, 2015.

“Recognized worldwide as a premier venue for meeting key industry leaders, the Dubai Airshow also represents a great venue and opportunity for us to display our line-up of aircraft and provide an update on the exciting developments ongoing with C Series aircraft’s certification program,” said Fred Cromer, President, Bombardier Commercial Aircraft. “Additionally, it’s a great opportunity to showcase the Q400 aircraft and CRJ900 aircraft’s performance capabilities, making them ideal for different types of operations in a diverse region as displayed by local customers Abu Dhabi Aviation and Egypt’s PAS – both of which operate aircraft in a hot and varied environment.”

“The Middle East remains a solid market for business aviation, and this year’s show will see us highlight our entire family of jets,” said David Coleal, President, Bombardier Business Aircraft. “The Middle East has more than doubled the size of its business jet fleet in the past 10 years, demonstrating the growing significance of business aircraft demand in the region. With Bombardier’s comprehensive line of business jets, and a dedicated authorized service facility, we deliver complete travel and support solutions befitting all business and leisure needs of the region.”

Static Display
The six aircraft from Bombardier’s portfolio of industry-leading products being featured on static display include the technologically advanced CS100 airliner, Q400 turboprop, CRJ900, Learjet 75, Challenger 350 and Global 6000 aircraft. Guests will have the opportunity to witness and experience first-hand the aircraft. All six aircraft will be co-located on static display.

The Bombardier chalet, adjacent to the aircraft static display and pavilion is located at Exhibition Hall at A1-2-2.

About Business Aircraft
Bombardier maintains a strong presence in the Middle East as part of its strategy to bring its aircraft and services closer to its customers and their needs. Bombardier operates a full-scale Regional Support Office (RSO) in Dubai and a parts depot, which can house a total of nearly 7,000 part numbers for Learjet, Challenger and Global aircraft family of business jets. 

About Commercial Aircraft
The fleet of Bombardier Commercial Aircraft in the Middle East and Africa is steadily growing with more than 200 Q Series turboprops, CRJ regional jets and C Series airliners now in service with, or on firm order from, approximately 55 customers and operators in the region. 

Bombardier’s Commercial Aircraft Market Forecast for the period 2015-2034, covering aircraft from 60- to- 150 seats, predicts deliveries of 450 units to the Middle East and 550 to Africa over the forecast period. Operating from the company’s regional office located in the Dubai Free Zone near Dubai International Airport, Bombardier Commercial Aircraft’s sales and marketing team is well positioned to provide industry-leading solutions to its current and prospective customers.

About Bombardier

Bombardier is the world’s leading manufacturer of both planes and trains. Looking far ahead while delivering today, Bombardier is evolving mobility worldwide by answering the call for more efficient, sustainable and enjoyable transportation everywhere. Our vehicles, services and, most of all, our employees are what make us a global leader in transportation.

Bombardier is headquartered in Montréal, Canada. Our shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD) and we are listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index. In the fiscal year ended December 31, 2014, we posted revenues of $20.1 billion. News and information are available at  bombardier.com or follow us on Twitter  @Bombardier.
 

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For Information

Marianella de la Barrera                                            
Bombardier Commercial Aircraft                              
+1-416-375-3030                                                       
marianella.delabarrera@aero.bombardier.com        

Anna Cristofaro
Bombardier Business Aircraft
+ 1 514-855-8678
anna.cristofaro@aero.bombardier.com