NetJets Takes Delivery of First Bombardier Global 8000

World’s largest private jet operator adds the world’s fastest business jet to its fleet.

Jack Daleo

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 08:00 AM ET

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Travis Tingle

Bombardier’s Global 8000 has a top speed of Mach 0.95, range of 8,000 nm, and the lowest cabin altitude in its class. [Credit: Bombardier]

Key Takeaways:

NetJets, the world's largest private jet operator, has begun adding the Bombardier Global 8000 to its fleet, planning for 24 of these new aircraft.
The Bombardier Global 8000 is highlighted as the fastest civil business jet since Concorde, boasting a top speed of Mach 0.95 and an ultra-long range of 8,000 nautical miles.
Beyond its speed and range, the aircraft offers the lowest cabin altitude of any business jet, improved operational flexibility due to shorter runway requirements, and a luxurious four-zone cabin designed for passenger comfort.

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The world’s largest private jet operator this week added the world’s fastest business jet to its fleet as premium travel inches toward a return to supersonic speeds.

NetJets on Thursday took delivery of its first ultra-long-range Bombardier Global 8000 at the manufacturer’s Laurent Beaudoin Completion Centre in Dorval, Quebec. NetJets plans to build a 24-strong fleet of the aircraft, which received Transport Canada and FAA certification in late 2025. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) followed suit in January.