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To: Gilbert Drapeau who wrote (1146)	2/9/2004 10:17:42 PM
From: Gilbert Drapeau	Respond to of 1177

Italy Buys Three Bombardier 415 Amphibious Aircraft MONTREAL, QUEBEC--FEBRUARY 9, 2004 - 09:47 ET Bombardier Aerospace today announced that the Government of Italy has purchased and taken delivery of three Bombardier 415(i) amphibious aircraft. With this order, the Italian Department of Civil Protection is increasing its fleet to 16 aircraft. The aircraft are scheduled to enter service for the 2004 fire season. The contract with Italy also contains an option to install a Search & Rescue system kit to convert one aircraft to the new Bombardier 415MP multi-purpose version, which is expected to be certified later this month. Since entering service with the Italian Department of Civil Protection in the spring of 1995, the Italian Bombardier 415 fleet has accumulated over 30,880 flight hours. "The Bombardier 415 has consistently demonstrated its unique capabilities by operating effectively in the rugged and demanding conditions of the Italian terrain. Last season, Italy also supported the efforts of its neighbouring countries by sending its Bombardier 415 aircraft in assistance," said Michel Bourgeois, president, Bombardier Amphibious Aircraft. "The Bombardier 415 aircraft is clearly the backbone of our firefighting operations," said Dr. Vincenzo Spaziante, vice-director, Civil Protection of Italy. "It was the most important contribution to the impressive reduction of our average area burned by fire despite demanding climatic conditions and an increase in the number of fires. During the last season our fleet of Bombardier 415 made 25,601 drops for a total of approximately 150 million litres of water suppressant delivered on forest fires." A total of 60 Bombardier 415 have been sold to firefighting agencies in Croatia, France, Greece, Italy, Ontario and Quebec. In the Mediterranean region, France, Croatia, Italy and Greece currently operate 38 Bombardier 415 amphibious aircraft and Spain operates 14 CL-215T turboprop aircraft. Greece and Spain also have 19 CL-215 piston aircraft in service. The Bombardier 415 has a maximum speed of 375 km/h (235 mph) and in an average mission of 11 kilometres (six nautical miles) distance from water to fire, it can complete nine drops within an hour, delivering 55,260 litres (14,600 U.S. gallons) of fire suppressant. 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, 2003 were $21.2 billion Cdn 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. N.B. Fiscal year 2002-03 revenues have been restated following the sale of the recreational products business. (i) Trademark of Bombardier Inc.

To: Gilbert Drapeau who wrote (1146)	2/10/2004 9:51:39 AM
From: Gilbert Drapeau	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 1177

Bombardier and SkyWest Sign Deal for 12 Additional CRJ Aircraft TORONTO, ONTARIO--FEBRUARY 10, 2004 - 07:00 ET Bombardier Aerospace announced today that SkyWest Airlines of St. George, Utah has placed a firm order for 10 50-seat Bombardier CRJ200(i) and two 70-seat Bombardier CRJ700 regional jets for its expanding United Express operation. The contract value is estimated at $293 million U.S. ($389.8 million Cdn) and represents the conversion of 10 conditional CRJ200 orders and the exercise of two CRJ700 options. SkyWest's firm orders for the 50-seat Bombardier CRJ100/200 now total 110 aircraft, of which 100 have been delivered. With today's announcement, SkyWest has placed firm orders for 32 70-passenger Bombardier CRJ700(i) regional jets, of which one has been delivered. The carrier retains options on 39 CRJ200 and 80 CRJ700 aircraft. "SkyWest is pleased to be expanding the route networks of our major airline partners in medium and smaller markets with Bombardier regional jets," said Jerry C. Atkin, president and CEO, SkyWest. "We are very proud of the significant role the Bombardier CRJ has played in SkyWest's success story," said Steven A. Ridolfi, president, Bombardier Regional Aircraft. "This order is further evidence that the regional jet segment continues to be the shining light of the airline industry. This is the fifth occasion following its initial order in 1993 where SkyWest has re-ordered the Bombardier CRJ," continued Mr. Ridolfi. "It is a testament to the appeal of the Bombardier CRJ Series and our strong partnership with SkyWest." SkyWest Airlines operates as United Express for United Airlines, as Delta Connection for Delta Air Lines, and as Continental Express for Continental Airlines. It maintains hubs at Los Angeles, San Francisco, Portland, Seattle/Tacoma, Denver, Chicago O'Hare, Salt Lake City, Dallas/Fort Worth and Houston. SkyWest serves 104 cities in 27 states and three Canadian provinces with 1,233 daily scheduled departures. It is the world's largest independently owned regional airline. 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, 2003 were $21.2 billion Cdn 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. N.B. Fiscal year 2002-03 revenues have been restated following the sale of the recreational products business. (i) Trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries. Note to Editors: Images of SkyWest United Express CRJ200 and CRJ700 aircraft are available in our web site multimedia library at: www.aero.bombardier.com/htmen/F15.jsp