Bombardier Defence has delivered Saab its seventh Global aircraft, which is prepared to be converted into Saab’s Airborne Early Warning and Control system, known as GlobalEye used for surveillance.
Bombardier Defence is pleased to inform that Saab, a defence and security firm, has received its seventh Global aircraft, which is prepared to be converted into Saab’s Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) system, known as GlobalEye. This new supply coincides with the two businesses’ attendance at the Dubai Air Show 2023, where Saab will be showcasing GlobalEye’s leading capabilities and Bombardier will be introducing its adaptable Global and Challenger business jets to the Middle East market.Contemporary corporate aircraft are becoming more widely acknowledged as vital resources for armed forces worldwide.
The most recent Global aircraft delivery from Bombardier is going to the Swedish Air Force. This will be Saab’s second GlobalEye aircraft to be part of Sweden’s armed forces. The seven aircraft that Bombardier supplied to the GlobalEye programme are an example of a fruitful partnership and speak to the company’s long-standing and successful history of producing specialised aircraft for the defence sector.
Jean-Christophe Gallagher, Executive Vice-President, Aircraft Sales and Bombardier Defense said, “More and more countries are preparing for the future by choosing modern, more efficient business jets as strategic assets for their military fleet. With the rapid progression of technologies, there is a growing realization that business jets, such as our Global aircraft, can seamlessly integrate the equipment and capabilities that were traditionally carried by commercial aircraft.”
Global business jets are more cost-effective to operate than commercial aircraft and can reach and depart from more critical places thanks to their ability to take off and land. When it comes to airborne surveillance systems intended for long-range air, marine, and ground surveillance, the Global aircraft’s innovative wing design and steep approach certification provide manoeuvrability.
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As a result, Saab’s GlobalEye combines certain crucial features of the Global business jet, including as its cutting-edge avionics, over 11 hours of operational endurance, and industry-best maintenance intervals. The Global aircraft is well suited for situational awareness missions covering wide areas since it has enough cabin room for workstations and mission equipment to provide optimal crew conditions.
