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 taken delivery of its first Bombardier Global 8000, planning to build a 24-strong fleet of the ultra-long-range aircraft.
The Global 8000 is marketed as the world's fastest business jet since Concorde, capable of Mach 0.95 and an 8,000 nautical mile range.
It features the lowest cabin altitude of any business jet, four distinct living zones, and advanced amenities designed for passenger comfort and to combat jet lag.

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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.