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Global 5500 Enters U.S. Market with Delivery to Unicorp

The first U.S.-bound Global 5500 was just handed over to longtime Bombardier customer Unicorp National Developments of Orlando, Florida.

This delivery comes within a month of entry-of-service for the latest edition of the Global line, a follow-on to the Global 5000 that joins the Global 6500 and 7500 in the ultra-long-range family.

Bombardier delivered the aircraft at its facility in Wichita, where the 5500s are completed. The delivery comes 16 years after Unicorp accepted the first Learjet 60 that was completed in Wichita.

“Our team at Unicorp is beyond excited to benefit from the first Global 5500 aircraft in the U.S.,” said Unicorp president Chuck Whittall. “This aircraft will allow us to travel with less fuss and more peace of mind.” Unicorp's Global 5500 aircraft will also be offered for charter from Orlando International Airport via Elite Air.

With a 5,900-nm range, the Global 5500 can fly nonstop from Florida to São Paolo, Paris, London, or Moscow. The aircraft is designed with three living areas fitted with Nuage seats and offers Ka-band connectivity. In addition, the Global 5500 is equipped with the Bombardier Pũr Air air purification system, which incorporates a HEPA filter capable of capturing up to 99.99 percent of allergens, bacteria, and viruses.

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  • Wichita, KS, USA
  • Bombardier

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