Bombardier signs a deal for 50 Challenger and Global planes
The Challenger and Global aircraft are expected to be delivered starting in 2027.
The amount announced by the company includes a US$1.7-billion service agreement and 70 purchase options. All options would have to be exercised for the estimated amount to be reached.
This contract comes as Bombardier is on its way back up following a complicated restructuring period during which its future was uncertain.
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