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The Cessna Citation X marked the beginning of an all new series launch for Cessna with the new 750 series taking over the well established 650 series which included the Citations III, VI, and VII. It was considered a completely new, made from scratch aircraft in all major aspects and not merely an updated or upgraded version of previous Citation Jet aircraft.

As of March 2014, the Citation X market is comprised of 44% New and 56% Pre-owned. The percentage for sale is 11.6% with 75% of that under an exclusive broker agreement and average days on the market are 253 days.

Brief History

The first delivery of the Citation X occurred in July 1996 to golfer Arnold Palmer. A new updated version called the New Citation X was launched in 2010. The New Citation X featured upgraded engines and advanced avionics systems. A total of 322 Citation X aircraft have been built with 310 currently in operation.

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The Global XRS was the third of 4 business jet aircraft models built by Bombardier to compete in the new ultra-long range large-cabin market. The Global XRS filled the top-end of the Bombardier product line. The ultra-long range market is defined as a new group of large cabin business jets that can fly 5,000 nm or greater. Of the 4 business jets that Bombardier has built, the Global XRS has the longest range at 6,305 nm.

As of July 2013, the Global XRS market is comprised of 100% pre-owned. The percentage for sale is 11.3% with 89% under an exclusive broker agreement and average days on the market is 327 days.

Brief History

The Global Express XRS (BD 700-1A10) is an improved version of the original Global Express aircraft, offering higher cruise speed, increased range, and improved cabin layout and lighting. It is reported that the letters have no significance, but were chosen simply to improve ...

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The Global Express was the first of 4 business jet aircraft models built by Bombardier to compete in the new ultra-long range large-cabin market. The Global Express filled the top-end of the Bombardier product line.

The Global Express shares the Canadair Regional Jets fuselage cross section. The Global Express features an advanced all new supercritical wing with a 35 degree sweep and winglets plus a new tail.

As of July 2013, the Global Express market is comprised of 100% pre-owned. The percentage for sale is 16.9% with 76% under an exclusive broker agreement and average days on the market are 350 days.

Brief History

The Bombardier Global Express (BD-700) was first announced in October 1991 at the NBAA Annual Event. The Global Express is one of a new class of ultra long range large-cabin business jets, and competes against the Gulfstream GV, Boeing BBJ, and Airbus A319CJ.

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You know the feeling—you’ve been working on a deal for months, and if you could just get that international office set up, you know you could win the client over. Problem is, your current flight set-up is less than ideal for consistent long range travel. It’s time to look into long-range options—something like the Global 6000.

Ultra-long on performance, range, productivity, precision, and amenities, the Global 6000 helps keep the purpose-built, long-range aircraft category at the top of the business aviation market. It’s an appealing jet inside and out, and the flexibility it offers on many levels makes its capital and operating costs justifiable in today’s truly global business environment.

The Global 6000 is the fourth and latest business jet aircraft model built by Bombardier to compete in the ultra-long range large-cabin market (large cabin business jets that can fly 5,000 nm or greater distance). Tracing its roo...

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Overview including differentiating features from other aircraft in its category

The Challenger 300 is a mid-size business jet. It offers transcontinental range and long-range cruise speed in a typical eight-passenger cabin.

The cabin of the Challenger 300 fits eight or nine passengers in a double-club configuration (three seats can be swapped out for a 3-person divan, if desired). All of the passenger seats are fully adjustable and have fold-out tables and individual AC power plugs. Two-zone air conditioning keeps both the pilots and the passengers comfortable, and low-heat LED overhead lights (with a 10,000 hour life) give the cabin an open feel.  The 106 cubic feet of baggage (750 pounds) stored in an exterior compartment is accessible in-flight through the fully enclosed lavatory. A forward luggage closet can be added as well.

As of January 2014, the Challenger 300 market is comprised of 67% pre-owned. The percentage for sale is 5.6% with 84% under an exclusive br...

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The Challenger 605 was introduced with an avionics and structural upgrade on the 604 design with the same two General Electric CF34-3B engines and wings. In a combination of club, divan and individual seating, the Challenger 605 typically carries 10-12 passengers. Structural improvements included larger and higher-positioned cabin windows.

Cockpit instrumentation was updated with new avionics displays and "electronic flight bag" capability. Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 with four-screen display system, offering 55 percent more area and an improved pilot interface.  This model can be visually identified by a new, rounded tailcone.

As of January 2014, the Challenger 605 market is comprised of 56% pre-owned. The percentage for sale is 6.9% with 100% under an exclusive broker agreement and average days on the market are 310 days.

Brief History

Bombardier introduced its Challenger 604 in 1995 as...

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Overview including differentiating features from other aircraft in its category

The Global 6000 is the fourth and latest business jet aircraft model built by Bombardier to compete in the new ultra-long range large-cabin market. The Global 6000 has a large spacious cabin in excess of 2,000 cubic feet and can travel non-stop over 6,100 nm. The ultra-long range market is defined as a new group of large cabin business jets that can fly 5,000 nm or greater distance. Today the ultra-long-range large cabin business jet market has exceeded 1,100 aircraft in operation.

As of July 2013, the Global 6000 market is comprised of 88% new versus 12% pre-owned. The percentage for sale is 4.9% with 100% under an exclusive broker agreement.

Brief History

The Global 6000 traces its roots to the Global Express XRS which was the third ultra long-range large-cabin business jet produced. The Global 6000 started delivering to customers in 2012. There are currently 61 Global 6000 aircraft in operati...

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Overview including differentiating features from other aircraft in its category

The Global 5000 is one of 4 business jet aircraft models built by Bombardier to compete in the ultra-long range large-cabin business jet market. The ultra-long range market is defined as a new group of large cabin business jets that can fly 5,000 nm or greater. Today the ultra-long-range large cabin business jet market has exceeded 1,100 aircraft in operation.

As of July 2013, the Global 5000 market is comprised of 59% new vs. 41% pre-owned. The percentage for sale is 12.2% with 88% under an exclusive broker agreement and the average days on the market are 267 days.

Brief History

The ultra-long-range large cabin business jet market began in 1995 with the Gulfstream GV followed two years later by the Global Express. The Global 5000 traces its roots to the Global Express which was the second ultra long-range large-cabin business jet produced and started delivering to customers in 1997.

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