Bombardier announced the delivery of its 1,000th super-midsize aircraft with a Challenger 3500 aircraft going to JM Family Enterprises, a long-standing Bombardier customer, during a ceremony at Bombardier’s Challenger delivery centre in Montréal. More than 700 employees and invitees attended the event.
As highlighted by Eric Martel, President and CEO of Bombardier:
“Reaching the delivery of our 1,000th super-midsize aircraft marks a defining moment for Bombardier,” said Éric Martel, President and CEO of Bombardier. “This milestone is a testament to the dedication and exceptional talent of our employees, as well as the trust and loyalty of our customers around the world. It holds even greater significance as we are celebrating with a client who shares our family values, entrepreneurial spirit, and commitment to the community. Challenger super-midsize aircraft have been a game changer in the industry as they defined a new business jet segment, and we are excited to continue building on this legacy.”
Over the last two decades, Bombardier states its super-midsize aircraft have been the best-selling jets in their class, and the Challenger 3500 jet again led its segment in 2024 as the most delivered jet. Bombardier customers operate a fleet of approximately 5,100 aircraft, supported by 10 service facilities across six countries. Bombardier’s jets are manufactured in aerostructures, assembly and completion facilities in Canada, the United States and Mexico.
Challenger 300
Initially called Bombardier Continental, the Challenger 300 was formally introduced to the world in 1999 during the Paris Air Show and performed its first flight in 2001. The development started with a clean sheet, meaning that the 300 series was not based on any other variants. The first operator to offer commercial services with the aircraft was Flexjet , starting on 8th January 2004. In the following decade from the entrance to commercial space, 448 Challengers 300 series have entered service, growing to 550 in late 2015.