Long Range Jet
Bombardier Global 8000
Range
8,000 NM
Cruise speed
487 kts
Seats
19
History
The Global 8000 is the newest flagship in Bombardier's Global family. It grew out of the Global 7500, which has been flying with customers since 2018 and was the aircraft that brought a four-zone cabin to ultra-long-range business aviation. The 8000 keeps that platform and that cabin layout, then adds more speed and more range.
Bombardier announced the aircraft in 2022. The aim was an intercontinental jet with the space and comfort of a large cabin, so the brief combined a higher maximum speed with a range of 8,000 nm. Inside, the cabin was planned around long sectors, with attention to rest, wellbeing and the ability to work in flight.
Transport Canada certified the Global 8000 in November 2025, and the first aircraft went into service the following month, with approvals from other national authorities to follow. Bombardier presents it as the most advanced aircraft in its ultra-long-range line, aimed at travellers who want maximum range, a fast cruise and a cabin designed for very long flights.
Technical Specifications
General information
| Model name | Bombardier Global 8000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Bombardier |
| Aircraft category | long range jet |
| ICAO Designator | GL7T |
| Number of pilot(s) | 2 |
Performances
| Range (with IFR reserves) | 8000 NM (14816 km) |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 487 kts (902 km/h) |
| Max Mach Operating Speed - MMO | Mach 0.95 |
| Long-Range Cruise Speed - LRC | 487 KTAS |
| Takeoff Distance | 1756 m |
| Average Landing Distance | 682 m |
| Service Ceiling | 51000 ft |
| Thrust | 18920 lbf |
Aircraft technology
| Engine type | General Electric Passport 20-19BB1B |
|---|---|
| Engine(s) | 2 |
| Avionics | Bombardier Vision flight deck / Collins Pro Line Fusion |
Dimensions and capacity
| Aircraft length | 33.8 m |
|---|---|
| Aircraft height | 8.2 m |
| Wing span | 31.7 m |
| Cabin height | 1.88 m (6.17 ft) |
| Cabin length | 16.59 m (54.42 ft) |
| Cabin width | 2.44 m (8 ft) |
| Baggage volume | 5.5 m3 |
| Seats (standard config) | 19 |
| Seats (max) | 19 |
| Suitcases | 15-30 |
| Maximum TakeOff Weight - MTOW | 52095 kg |
| Maximum Landing Weight - MLW | 39735 kg |
Advantages & Disadvantages
Advantages
- Intercontinental reach: With 8,000 nm available, the Global 8000 flies many long-haul routes non-stop that smaller jets would have to break with a fuel stop.
- Mach 0.95 at the top end: Few business jets can match its speed, which counts on tight itineraries where every hour matters.
- Four separate living areas: The cabin divides into four zones, so passengers can work, eat, rest and sleep in different parts of the aircraft on a long flight.
- Arriving in better shape: A low cabin altitude, Pũr Air filtration, Nuage seating and Soleil circadian lighting are all intended to cut fatigue and ease jet lag.
- A steadier ride: Bombardier designed the Smooth Flĕx Wing to give a smoother ride and better performance on long-range flights.
Disadvantages
- Few aircraft on the market yet: Because the type only entered service in December 2025, fewer examples are available to charter than established long-range types like the Gulfstream G650ER, Global 6000 or Global 7500.
- Price: It sits at the very top of private aviation, so expect a higher charter cost than a super-midsize jet or a smaller long-range type.
- More aircraft than a short trip needs: On regional or mid-length routes, a smaller jet usually offers enough range and cabin space at a noticeably lower cost.
- Not every airport fits: Its take-off distance of 1,756 m is good for an aircraft this large, but tight parking, limited handling or other infrastructure constraints can still rule it out at smaller airports.
- Figures vary by trip: Published range and speed assume particular conditions. Routing, weather, payload and operating rules all change what a given flight can achieve, so our advisors assess each itinerary on its own merits.
FAQ
What kinds of airports suit the Global 8000?
Most major international airports and dedicated business aviation airports are within reach, helped by the Smooth Flĕx Wing and good short-field performance for a jet of its size. Whether a specific airport works depends on runway length, the aircraft's weight on the day and the weather, plus the airport's parking and handling arrangements and any local restrictions. London City is a special case: it needs steep-approach approval, which the Global 7500 holds with selected operators, but the 8000 has not yet been approved there.
Which aircraft compete with the Global 8000?
Its closest rivals are the Gulfstream G800 and the Dassault Falcon 10X. The G800 has the longest published range of the three at 8,200 nm, against 8,000 nm for the Global 8000, but the Bombardier is quicker, with a Mach 0.95 maximum. Dassault has designed the 10X around space: it is planned to fly 7,500 nm, and Dassault says its cabin cross-section will be the biggest in business aviation. The 10X is still in flight testing, so it cannot be chartered yet.
How easy is it to charter a Global 8000 at the moment?
Supply is still limited. The type only entered service in December 2025, so far fewer are flying than older long-range jets like the Gulfstream G650ER or Global 7500. Availability also shifts with region, season and operator. Hesper Jets will offer a Global 8000 when one fits your dates, and will suggest a comparable long-range aircraft when that is the better match for the trip.
What does the Global 8000 add over the Global 7500?
The two share a platform and the same four-zone cabin, so the differences are mainly in performance. The 8000 can reach Mach 0.95 and has a range of 8,000 nm (14,816 km). Bombardier has also brought the Global family's already low cabin altitude down a little further: with the aircraft cruising at 41,000 ft, the cabin is pressurised to the equivalent of 2,691 ft (820 m).
Is there a shower on board?
Every Global 8000 has a lavatory with its own window, a vanity unit and a sink. Some aircraft also have an en suite bathroom attached to the Principal Suite, which can be fitted with a stand-up shower. Layouts differ from one aircraft to the next, so our advisors confirm the bathroom specification of the actual jet before you book.
What makes the cabin comfortable on a long flight?
Four separate zones give room to work, eat, rest and sleep. At a 41,000 ft cruise the cabin sits at an equivalent altitude of 2,691 ft, and Pũr Air filtration keeps the air clean. Nuage seats recline to a zero-gravity position, while Soleil lighting simulates daylight to ease jet lag. For work and entertainment there is high-speed connectivity, an optional 55-inch 4K screen and Bombardier's l'Opéra sound system.
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