Test Flights A Significant Milestone For FAA, Canadian, And EASA Certification

Bombardier’s Global Vision cockpit successfully completed its first Bombardier test flight on a Global Express XRS aircraft on Monday. Dedicated to testing basic system functionality, the flight marks another significant milestone for the program.

The aircraft departed from Bombardier’s Downsview facility in Toronto, Ontario, at 1020 EDT and returned at 1528 EDT.

The flight reached a maximum first flight altitude of 17,000 feet, and a true airspeed of 343 knots. The aircraft was loaded with 22,600 pounds of fuel and  weighed 74,885 pounds for takeoff. Upon completion of initial phase, the aircraft will be ferried to the Bombardier Flight Test Center in Wichita, Kansas, where it will complete a rigorous flight test program, resulting in Transport Canada, FAA and EASA type certification.

“The new Global Vision flight deck is fantastic, everything performed as expected,” said Captain Gary Bruce, Project test pilot, Bombardier Aerospace. “The new Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion avionics suite’s large displays, in combination with the synthetic vision system, provide enhanced situation awareness that will surely be a great success with pilots. The comfort and ergonomics of the overall cockpit are like nothing we’ve ever experienced.”

Scheduled for availability on Global 5000 and Global Express XRS jets, the Global Vision flight deck merges 'leading-edge design with advanced technology' to deliver a completely new cockpit experience. It pairs the latest technological advancements from Rockwell Collins – the Pro Line Fusion avionics suite.

Bombardier XRS File Photo

The Global Vision flight deck reflects the overall design and exceptional aesthetics of Bombardier’s flagship aircraft. The high-speed Global 5000 jet combines transatlantic speed with the largest cabin in the super large segment. The aircraft can connect New York-Honolulu non-stop with eight passengers and three crew.

The Global Express XRS business jet reportedly features the largest cabin of any purpose-built corporate aircraft – offering more cabin volume and more floor space than its closest competitor. Offering the ultimate in cabin comfort, this impressive jet can link Montreal-Moscow non-stop with eight passengers and three-to-four crew.

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