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To: Gilbert Drapeau who wrote (662)	10/5/1999 1:47:00 PM
From: Chris K.	Respond to of 1177

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To: Gilbert Drapeau who wrote (662)	10/13/1999 3:35:00 PM
From: Gilbert Drapeau	Respond to of 1177

Bombardier Building Strong Order Book for All-New Continental-National Business Aircraft Association OCTOBER 13, 1999 ATLANTA, GEORGIA--The Bombardier Continental* business jet aircraft order book continues to grow at a steady pace, confirming the industry's interest in the latest all-new jet from Bombardier Aerospace. "Since officially launching the program at the Paris Air Show less than four months ago, we are converting letters of intent into firm orders at a solid pace," stated Robert Gillespie, president, Bombardier Aerospace, Business Aircraft. "To date, we have successfully converted this market interest into firm orders for 35 aircraft with firm production slots and delivery dates," added Mr.Gillespie. "The balance of our letters of intent are in the process of being converted into firm orders. "When combined with the continuing strong market demand that is boosting overall commitments to more than 100 aircraft, it's clear to see that the Continental is destined to become the benchmark aircraft in its class." The development program continues on schedule, with the joint definition phase coming to an end, and specialists soon returning to their countries to refine the detail design. First metal-cutting is expected to begin next month. First flight is scheduled for 2001, followed by a five-aircraft flight test program leading to aircraft certification in 2002. The aircraft is targeted to enter corporate service in late 2002. Designed with extensive customer input, it will offer a target non-stop range of more than 3,100 nautical miles (5,741 km) and a balanced field length of 4,950 feet (1,509 m), allowing it to operate into and out of hundreds of airports not served by airlines. Priced at $14.25 million equipped, it will cruise at Mach 0.82 (541 mph; 870 km/hr) and operate at altitudes up to Flight Level 450. Its projected operating economy of $770 per hour is exceptional for a super mid-size business jet. The Continental is powered by all-new twin AlliedSignal AS907 high bypass ratio turbofan engines, offering 6,500 pounds (28.9 kN) of thrust, flat rated to ISA plus 15 degrees C. Its flat floor cabin features double-club seating and a total area of 144 square-feet (13.4 sq.m). The baggage compartment measures 110 cubic feet (3.11 cu-m). Development of the Rockwell-Collins Pro Line 21 avionics suite is proceeding on schedule. The Continental mock-up at NBAA is configured with pre-production flight deck. Bombardier Aerospace, a unit of Bombardier Inc., is the world's third largest civil aircraft manufacturer with operations in three countries. Leading the 20- to 70-passenger regional carrier market, Bombardier Aerospace offers complete families of turboprop and regional jet aircraft. It has the industry's widest range of business jets, offering both full and fractional ownership, and also produces firefighting/maritime mission aircraft. It provides technical services, aircraft maintenance and pilot training to business, regional airline and military customers. Bombardier Inc. is a Canadian corporation active in the fields of aerospace, rail transportation equipment, recreational products and financial services. It operates plants in 12 countries in North America, Europe and Asia, and more than 90 per cent of its revenues are generated outside Canada. Bombardier's revenues for its fiscal year ended January 31, 1999 totalled $11.5 billion (Cdn).

To: Gilbert Drapeau who wrote (662)	10/13/1999 3:38:00 PM
From: Gilbert Drapeau	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 1177

National Business Aviation Association: Bombardier Global Express Performs Flawlessly as it Travels the World in Active Service-First Operators Praise Non-Stop Range,Reliability and Comfort OCTOBER 13, 1999 ATLANTA, GEORGIA--The first group of Bombardier Global Express(R) ultra long-range business jet aircraft to enter service are already criss-crossing the globe on business missions and providing near flawless performance to their operators. Three aircraft are currently in service and another two are poised to join them within the next few weeks. A total of 22 aircraft are currently being equipped with customized interiors at Bombardier completion facilities in Montreal and Tucson, Ariz.. To date, Bombardier has received 105 firm orders for the aircraft. The three aircraft have flown some 325 hours during flights, posting a dispatch reliability of 99.84 per cent. The first Global Express to enter service - S/N 9006, delivered to AirFlite in July has already chalked up more than 185 hours of flight time on more than 50 flights. It also achieved close to 100 per cent dispatch reliability record during round-trip missions from California to Japan. "AirFlite pilots have been excited about the performance of the airplane, which has met all of its flight plan performance targets," commented Bombardier Aerospace production pilot Peter Boyd, who has been providing flight operations support for Global Express 9006. AirFlite, based in Long Beach, Calif., is operating the Global Express on behalf of its parent company, Toyota Motor Sales, USA of Torrance, Calif. In the initial weeks of operation, it had flown Toyota executives on round-trip trans-Pacific flights and on a major mission from California to Japan, Europe and Australia. "The customer's favorite features about the aircraft are its non-stop range and reliability, spacious cockpit and cabin, low noise levels and high degree of environmental comfort," noted Mr. Boyd, who accompanied AirFlite on several of the missions. AirFlite's director of flight operations reported a time savings of three hours during the Long Beach to Tokyo flight compared with their previous airplane, he added. "Despite a 10-hour, non-stop flight, the passengers arrived at their destination rested and ready to conduct business." As Bombardier continues delivery of Global Express aircraft into service, it is guaranteeing a level of support unprecedented for ultra long-range business jets. In addition to the usual delivery preparation team at the delivery centre, each aircraft is being accompanied by a special, in-service team composed of a field service representative, a maintenance technician and a pilot. These teams will assist operators in placing the Global Express into routine service and are prepared to remain with the customer during initial operations. The Global Express, developed with international partners in a unique risk-sharing arrangement, offers numerous advantages over competing aircraft in its category and sets new standards in business aviation. Designed from a clean sheet of paper, the Global Express is the only aircraft intended specifically to meet the changing transport needs of corporate and government leaders in the 21st century. It offers the longest non-stop range in corporate aviation, flying eight passengers and a four-person crew 6,500 nautical miles (12,038 km) non-stop and has a top cruise speed that reaches nearly the speed of sound (Mach .88). It also offers the largest and most productive cabin of any true corporate aircraft, with a total length of 48 feet 4 inches (14.72 m) and width of 8 feet 2 inches (2.49 m). Bombardier Aerospace, a unit of Bombardier Inc., is the world's third largest civil aircraft manufacturer with operations in three countries. Leading the 20- to 70-passenger regional carrier market, Bombardier Aerospace offers complete families of turboprop and regional jet aircraft. It has the industry's widest range of business jets, offering both full and fractional ownership, and also produces firefighting/maritime mission aircraft. It provides technical services, aircraft maintenance and pilot training to business, regional airline and military customers. Bombardier Inc. is a Canadian corporation active in the fields of aerospace, rail transportation equipment, recreational products and financial services. It operates plants in 12 countries in North America, Europe and Asia, and more than 90 per cent of its revenues are generated outside Canada. Bombardier's revenues for its fiscal year ended January 31, 1999 totalled $11.5 billion (Cdn).