Bombardier Flexjet Europe Launches the Transatlantic
Express
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND--MAY 25, 2004 - 10:12 ET
(CCNMatthews - May 25, 2004) - EBACE 2004
New service offers fastest transatlantic speed since Concorde;
increased airfield access
Bombardier Aerospace today launched the Bombardier Transatlantic
Express(i), the world's first fixed-price business jet charter
service between Western Europe and North America.
The new service - which utilizes the high-speed, ultra long-range
Bombardier Global Express business jet - will establish a new
speed standard by connecting North America and Europe faster than
any other civil aircraft since the Concorde.
The Bombardier Transatlantic Express offers return trips between
any city in Western Europe and the U.S. Eastern coast for a fixed
price. The service is scheduled to begin operations in summer
2004 and will be operated through Bombardier Flexjet Europe,
headquartered in London, U.K.
"Following the Concorde's retirement last year, we received an
overwhelming demand to develop a superior solution to cross the
Atlantic faster than today's scheduled services," said Judith
Moreton, managing director, Bombardier Flexjet Europe. "Our
solution is the Bombardier Transatlantic Express which offers
executive flights at a fixed cost, superior speed and unmatched
flexibility.
"Our solution is ideal because, unlike other transatlantic
business jet travel programs where customers must purchase an
aircraft share, this service is offered 'by the flight' and is
available to anyone. This is a straightforward, simple program."
Superior speed, superior access
Designed to fly at speeds up to Mach 0.89 (520 mph; 950 km/h),
the Bombardier Global Express can transport passengers from New
York to virtually any European city, or from London to most major
cities in the eastern and central United States faster than any
large business jet. Its flying time is approximately 36 minutes
faster than its closest competitor, the Falcon 900EX and
approximately 44 minutes faster than the Gulfstream G550.
In addition, unlike scheduled business jet services currently
offered by some airlines, the Bombardier Global Express business
jet also provides access to a significantly larger number of
airfields, so passengers arrive and depart closer to their final
destinations. The Bombardier Transatlantic Express service, for
example has access to six airports in the London area, three in
Paris, and six in greater New York.
The ultimate service
In addition to superior value, speed and flexibility, Bombardier
Transatlantic Express service customers will enjoy enhanced
service including:
- Complimentary limousine service/executive transport provided
both to and from the airport of choice in Europe and the U.S.;
- VIP check-in, including fast track through personal security
and passport control, provided at a choice of over 500 airports
across Europe;
- Luxurious cabin environment with seating for up to 10
passengers and VIP in-flight, personalized service:
- Freshly prepared three-course meal at their convenience, and
snack service throughout the flight;
- Full beverage service including champagne and fine wines;
- Personal DVD players and interactive skymap routing; and
- In-seat power points for computer laptop and optional satellite
phone service.
About Bombardier
A world-leading manufacturer of innovative transportation
solutions, from regional aircraft and business jets to rail
transportation equipment, Bombardier Inc. is a global corporation
headquartered in Canada. Its revenues for the fiscal year ended
Jan. 31, 2004, were $15.4 billion US and its shares are traded on
the Toronto, Brussels and Frankfurt stock exchanges (BBD, BOM and
BBDd.F). News and information are available at
www.bombardier.com.
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