Bombardier Global Express (Series)

History of Bombardier Global Express (Series)

The Bombardier Global Express is a series of twin-engine business jets (BizJet) built by Bombardier Aerospace Canada. The route first flew on October 13, 1996 and entered service in 1997, and has since expanded to include the main branch of the 5000, 5500, 6000 and 6500 models. About 750 such examples were built through 2018 and beyond, with distinct civilian market roles, some modified for various military roles. The series has been in production since 1996.

This line produces offshoots of the Global 7500/8000, which are described elsewhere on this website.

At the heart of the Global Express is traditional business jet design: the two-person cockpit rests on a short, pointed, downwardly sloping nose cone, providing excellent cockpit visibility. The fuselage is tubular in the usual way, with windows on the sides for the passengers.

Access doors are traditional rectangular hinged products. The tail uses a "T-shaped" multi-hop device, with the level set high to clean the beam. This allows the engine to be mounted along the sides of the fuselage away from the center of gravity, reducing operating noise for interior passengers. The wing main aircraft is well swept back and covered with winglets for fuel efficiency and extra control. The chassis is a traditional retractable tricycle arrangement for ground travel.

Dimensions include a barrel length of 96.9 feet, a wingspan of 94 feet and a height of 25.5 feet.

Up to 16 passengers can be carried comfortably, but it all depends on configuration (vision, side-by-side seats - some swivel). Includes a kitchen with sink, stove and refrigerator. The entry door is insulated and the cockpit is separated from the passenger area by a curtain.

The main cabin can also be separated from the entrance by noise-reducing sliding doors. Internet connection is available on board.

The cockpit accommodates his two crew members side by side and includes all modern features. In the newer version, the dashboard is dominated by three large color displays placed side by side. The center console traditionally separates the two seats and features a fourth color display.

Each pilot receives a flight stick and a foldable HUD to control it. Completing the cockpit is the Bombardier "Vision" cockpit, multi-scan weather radar, high-speed SATCOM data link, and the usual ergonomic qualities (pilot and passenger) expected from a BizJet in this weight/power class.

Cockpit efficiency and reducing pilot fatigue are paramount.

Engines vary between selected Global Express range models - use Rolls-Royce BR710A2-20 or Rolls-Royce 'Pearl' range. Performance sees the Global Express series reach a range of 6,000 nautical miles (model 6500) and a top speed of 0.90 Mar. Maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) is 92,500 lbs.

The Model 5000 can range from Hong Kong to Los Angeles. Make it a true international traveler.

The Global Express was introduced in various military forms, and its base aircraft were often modified by installing special mission equipment (often known for various protrusions and protrusions along the ventral and dorsal ridges of the fuselage). This is the case with Saab's Global 6000-based "GlobalEye" equipped with the Saab "Erieye" ER AESA radar. "Project Dolphin" sees the Global 6000 as a critical, suitable monitoring device. Both GlobalEye and Project Dolphin were acquired by the United Arab Emirates Air Force.

The Thor Sentinel is another surveillance-oriented platform used by the RAF. The Saab "Swordfish" is another adaptation of Saab's Global Express series for maritime patrols. The U.S.

Air Force operates the E-11A, a global fleet of express aircraft modified for the battlefield airborne communications node role.

Due to the flexibility of the Global Express design, it is equally effective in the civilian and military market segments. Several civilian operators have already launched the line, ranging from North America, Europe to the Middle East.

Military operators include Angola, Botswana, Germany, India, Malaysia, Mexico, Swaziland, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom and United States.

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