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The Q400 aircraft cabin configuration has been expanded to 90 seats. Bombardier Photo
Bombardier Commercial Aircraft again demonstrated the unique versatility of the Q400 aircraft by introducing the world’s only commercial turboprop capable of carrying 90 passengers.
“As part of Bombardier’s ongoing commitment to the evolution of the Q400 aircraft program, we are thrilled to offer customers increased capacity on regional routes with high passenger demand and the growth potential to increase profitability,” said Fred Cromer, president, Bombardier Commercial Aircraft.
“We are witnessing growth in the number of passengers per departure in the turboprop market and Bombardier is responding with a 90-seat Q400 aircraft—a new segment solution ideally suited for current and future short-haul and high-demand markets,” said Patrick Baudis, vice president, Marketing, Bombardier Commercial Aircraft.
“Once again, Bombardier’s innovation leads the pack—industry players have talked about developing a 90-seat turboprop, and today, only Bombardier has turned that vision into a reality.”
As a confirmation of Bombardier’s focus on continuous improvement aimed at addressing traffic growth and customer bottom line, Bombardier is also pleased to announce a 2,000-pound increase in payload and an escalation of the A-Check and C-Check intervals from 600/6,000 to 800/8,000 flight hours, all available for entry-into-service as early as 2018.
Compared to other turboprops, the Q400 aircraft offers unique speed flexibility driving higher scheduling efficiency; and 12 to 14 additional seats which when combined, deliver over US$8 million in extra value to customers.
Zetta Jet firms up orders for two Global 6000 business jets
Bombardier Business Aircraft also announced that fast-growing private jet operator Zetta Jet has exercised options for a total of two Global 6000 ultra-long range business aircraft.
These two options were part of an announcement for one firm order plus four options originally announced on Dec. 15, 2015, for the same aircraft model.
Based on the 2016 list prices for standard-equipped aircraft, the firm order is valued at approximately $187 million. Bombardier Image
Additionally, Zetta Jet has procured options for two more Global 6000 business jets. With the announcement, Zetta Jet’s total aircraft order with Bombardier stands at three firm Global 6000 aircraft with options for four additional business jets.
Based on the 2016 list prices for standard-equipped aircraft, the firm order is valued at approximately $187 million. The value could increase to $436 million if all the options are exercised.
“Zetta Jet’s remarkable rate of growth has been achieved by offering its customers the ultimate combination of luxury, performance and personalized service. The Bombardier Global 6000, with its exceptional cabin comfort, high-speed range and proven reliability, is an ideal choice to take this success to the next level,” said Peter Likoray, senior vice president, Sales, Bombardier Business Aircraft.
“The Global 6000 business jet reflects our company’s leading ability to create high-quality aircraft with cutting-edge technology, and we thank Zetta Jet for this sound endorsement of our products.”
Established in August 2015, and based in Singapore, Zetta Jet flies exclusively Global aircraft. The aircraft ordered today are slated to operate out of the company’s North American hub in Los Angeles.
“At Zetta Jet, our promise is to deliver the ultimate private jet experience to the world’s most discerning customers. Not only is the Global 6000 aircraft one of the most impressive business jets ever produced, it delivers the perfect combination of comfort, range and performance sought by the international travelling elite who make up our clientele. This aircraft has already demonstrated that it is a perfect fit for us, and these new aircraft will greatly strengthen our value proposition,” said Geoffery Cassidy, managing director, Zetta Jet.
