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The '''Global Express XRS''' is an improved version of the original aircraft, offering higher cruise speed, increased range, improved cabin layout and lighting. It is reported that the letters have no significance, but were chosen by [[focus group]]s simply to improve the brand image. The range increase is achieved by addition of a 1,486 lb (674 kg) fuel tank at the wing root. The Global Express XRS entered service in early 2006. The unit price is estimated to be $45.5 million (US). Bombardier claims it takes 15 minutes less to fuel the XRS than the original model thanks to improved computer systems and mechanical refinements. |
The '''Global Express XRS''' is an improved version of the original aircraft, offering higher cruise speed, increased range, improved cabin layout and lighting. It is reported that the letters have no significance, but were chosen by [[focus group]]s simply to improve the brand image. The range increase is achieved by addition of a 1,486 lb (674 kg) fuel tank at the wing root. The Global Express XRS entered service in early 2006. The unit price is estimated to be $45.5 million (US). Bombardier claims it takes 15 minutes less to fuel the XRS than the original model thanks to improved computer systems and mechanical refinements. |
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The '''Global 5000''' is a shortened version of the Global Express XRS. It is built on the same production line and the two types' serial numbers are intermingled. |
The '''[[Global 5000]]''' is a shortened version of the Global Express XRS. It is built on the same production line and the two types' serial numbers are intermingled. |
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==Specifications (Global Express XRS) == |
==Specifications (Global Express XRS) == |
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Revision as of 06:30, 18 January 2008
The Bombardier BD-700 Global Express is an ultra long range corporate and VIP high speed jet which has also been modified for military missions.
Bombardier began studies in 1991 and the aircraft was officially launched in 1993. First flight occurred on October 13 1996.
Development
Global Express
The Global Express can fly intercontinental ranges without refuelling (e.g. New York - Tokyo) or between any two points in the world with only one stop. In this class the Global Express competes with the Airbus Corporate Jet, Boeing Business Jet and Gulfstream G550.
Bombardier subsidiaries have three specific roles in the project: Canadair is the design leader and manufactures the nose; Shorts, Belfast is responsible for the design and manufacture of the engine nacelles, horizontal stabiliser and forward fuselage; and de Havilland Canada builds the rear fuselage and vertical tail and carries out final assembly. The major external supplier is Japan's Mitsubishi Heavy Industries which builds the wing and centre fuselage sections.
The Rolls-Royce BR710 is the Powerplant of choice for the Global Express.
- Top cruise: 0.89 mach
- Cruise: 0.85 mach
- Range: 11,390 km (6150 nau.mi.)
- Ceiling: 51,000 ft
Sentinel R1
The military version of the Global Express is the Sentinel R1 of the Royal Air Force. The Sentinel carries the Raytheon Airborne Stand-Off Radar (ASTOR) and provides battlefield surveillance, similar to the United States Air Force JSTARS aircraft. The aircraft was selected due to the operating ceiling, 51,000ft. Due to the modifications of the RAF aircraft, including fairings for the radar and SATCOM antennas, the Sentinel's ceiling is reduced from this maximum but is still higher than the Boeing 707 which carries the JSTARS radar. This height advantage allows a wider area to be searched. The Canadian Forces is also considering the R1 as a replacement for their CP-140 Aurora maritime patrol craft.
Global Express XRS
The Global Express XRS is an improved version of the original aircraft, offering higher cruise speed, increased range, improved cabin layout and lighting. It is reported that the letters have no significance, but were chosen by focus groups simply to improve the brand image. The range increase is achieved by addition of a 1,486 lb (674 kg) fuel tank at the wing root. The Global Express XRS entered service in early 2006. The unit price is estimated to be $45.5 million (US). Bombardier claims it takes 15 minutes less to fuel the XRS than the original model thanks to improved computer systems and mechanical refinements.
The Global 5000 is a shortened version of the Global Express XRS. It is built on the same production line and the two types' serial numbers are intermingled.
Specifications (Global Express XRS)
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General characteristics
- Crew: Two (minimum) - four (typical)
- Capacity: 8-19 passengersCabin length: 48 ft 4 in (14.73 m)
- Cabin max width (centerline): 8 ft 2 in (2.49 m)
- Cabin max width (floorline): 6 ft 11 in (2.11 m)
- Cabin height: 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
- Cabin floor area: 335 ft² (31.1 m²)
Performance
- Thrust/weight: 0.301
- Balanced field length (SL, ISA, MGTOW): 6,120 ft (1,870 m)
- Landing distance (SL, ISA, MLW): 2,670 ft (814 m)
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