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Flying by plane is the fastest way to get from one part of the world to another. There are a huge number of types of passenger aircraft, but the fastest among them is a business jet. So it is customary to call a jet aircraft, which is designed to transport small groups of people.
According to 2019 data, there are about 22,000 private jets in the world, and recently there was one more. Recently, Bombardier has officially unveiled the new Global 8000 business jet, which clearly deserves the title of the fastest in the world.
According to the manufacturer, the business jet is capable of reaching speeds of up to 1,152 kilometers per hour and covering a distance of up to 14,800 kilometers.
Major manufacturer of private jets
Bombardier is headquartered in Montreal, Canada. The organization was founded in 1942 and was first engaged in the production of snowmobiles. The management decided to produce aircraft only in the 1980s.
Over time, in addition to the production of snowmobiles and aircraft, she began to specialize in the production of subway trains. The history of the company was not so rich in events, but it was not without problems.
In 2010, Bombardier was on the verge of bankruptcy, so it had to sell its assets and thereby withdraw from many areas of activity. Today the company is engaged only in the creation of business jets.
Bombardier is also a major manufacturer of subway cars.
The fastest private jet
The Bombardier Global 8000 aircraft is positioned as the fastest of its kind. It can fit up to 19 passengers inside and transport them up to 14,800 kilometers at a speed of 1,152 kilometers per hour.
Judging by information several sources, one of the most important features of the aircraft is the 31.7-meter Smooth Flex wings, which provide maximum controllability at any speed, even the highest. Thanks to all the available features, the aircraft can climb to a height of up to 15,600 meters.
In fact, the Bombardier Global 8000 is an improved version of the Global 7500 aircraft. According to communications director Mark Masluh, they initially wanted the new model to be smaller in size.
But then they decided that the new model should be bigger, faster and generally better than its predecessor. And so it all happened – the novelty is even better in terms of flight range, because it can cover a distance of 500 kilometers more than the Bombardier Global 7500.
The Bombardier Global 8000 project has taken the best qualities of the Global 7500, providing our customers with the flagship aircraft of a new era,” said Mark Maslukh.
What is inside private jets?
In the cabin of the business jet, too, everything is fine. In addition to the usual passenger seats for 19 people, there is a suite with a bed and a shower. For entertainment during the flight, you can watch a movie on a huge 4K display and a powerful audio system.
In addition to this, an air purification system is installed inside – no one will be stuffy. It goes without saying that flying the luxurious Bombardier Global 8000 is a pleasure for the wealthiest.
It is reported that it will be possible to purchase it for 78 million dollars. Despite the completion of development, the new business jet will be put into operation only in 2025.
Salon Bombardier Global 8000
Luxury Bombardier Global 8000
You could well say that the Bombardier Global 8000 aircraft is just another product for the rich and not interesting for ordinary people.
You are partly right, but the very fact of developing a passenger aircraft that is almost capable of accelerating to the speed of sound is impressive. But supersonic passenger aircraft used to be in operation, but now they can only be seen in museums.
Finally, I propose to imagine that you suddenly became a very rich person. You need to fly very quickly to another country and for this you need a private jet.
How do you rent an aircraft? We have detailed instructions on how to do this – in principle, all this can be done without too much investment.
