- Bombardier Defense signs deal with German-based operator
Aero-Dienst GmbH , a 100% subsidiary ofADAC SE , for a new Bombardier Challenger 650 aircraft, which will be converted by the client for dedicated medevac use - The Challenger 650 aircraft’s impressive range, outstanding short-field performance and proven reliability make it the perfect choice to complete precise and time-sensitive missions, such as medical evacuations
- Through this agreement, Bombardier Defense continues to expand its presence in
Germany and on the European continent
“Our Challenger aircraft are distinguished by their class-leading reliability, flexibility and versatility – characteristics that are necessary to respond quickly to emergencies and provide life-saving medical assistance,” said
“The ambulance service of
“Aero-Dienst, with its long-term expertise in ambulance service for our parent company
This order demonstrates the key attributes of the Challenger 650 aircraft, such as its outstanding short-field performance and proven reliability, making it the ideal choice to be equipped for patient care. Bombardier’s high-performing Challenger 650 aircraft offers the widest-in-class passenger door and has cabin space for up to four stretchers. Offering an exceptionally smooth ride, dispatch reliability of over 99.9% and an impressive range of 4,000 nm (7,408 km), the Challenger 650 aircraft not only provides passengers receiving medical care with added comfort, but its unique adaptability lends itself to optimal air ambulance configuration.
Bombardier Defense has dedicated in-house engineering and support teams with the ability to incorporate customer-requested modifications and provide comprehensive integration solutions with full certification capabilities across a full spectrum of civilian, military and hybrid operations. Recognized around the world for its diverse portfolio of proven and versatile specialized aircraft platforms, Bombardier combines decades of experience working with hundreds of special mission operators and renowned mission systems integrators.
About Bombardier
At Bombardier (BBD-B.TO), we design, build, modify and maintain the world’s best-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. That means not simply exceeding standards, but understanding customers well enough to anticipate their unspoken needs.
For them, we are committed to pioneering the future of aviation—innovating to make flying more reliable, efficient and sustainable. And we are passionate about delivering unrivaled craftsmanship and care, giving our customers greater confidence and the elevated experience they deserve and expect. Because people who shape the world will always need the most productive and responsible ways to move through it.
Bombardier customers operate a fleet of approximately 5,000 aircraft, supported by a vast network of Bombardier team members worldwide and 10 service facilities across six countries. Bombardier’s performance-leading jets are proudly manufactured in aerostructure, assembly and completion facilities in
About Aero-Dienst
Your Jet – Our Job – Since 1958
With a 65-year track record in maintaining, operating, selling and managing a wide range of business and ambulance aircraft, Aero-Dienst is considered one of the leading business aviation companies in
Aero-Dienst has been organizing patient repatriation services for
For Information
For corporate news and information, including Bombardier’s Environmental, Social and Governance report, as well as the company’s plans to cover all its flight operations with a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blend utilizing the Book and Claim system visit bombardier.com.
Learn more about Bombardier’s industry-leading products and customer service network at businessaircraft.bombardier.com. Follow us on X (Twitter) @Bombardier.
Media Contacts
Bombardier
General media contact webform
+1-514-513-7830
stephanie.faraggi@aero.bombardier.com
+49 911 93 56-122
sabine.ridder@aero-dienst.de
Bombardier, Bombardier Defense, Challenger, Challenger 650 are registered or unregistered trademarks of
A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/0baedf9c-20f7-49c5-a35e-9742811eef4c
![](https://ml.globenewswire.com/media/Y2Y5YWU0YjYtMGE3ZS00ODYwLWExNTQtMGQyMzMwMWY5YTI2LTExMDUzOTQ=/tiny/Bombardier-Inc-.png)
Rendering of the Bombardier Challenger 650 purchased by ADAC for use as medevac
![](https://ml.globenewswire.com/media/0baedf9c-20f7-49c5-a35e-9742811eef4c/medium/rendering-of-the-bombardier-challenger-650-purchased-by-adac.jpg)
Rendering of the Bombardier Challenger 650 purchased by ADAC for use as medevac
2024 GlobeNewswire, Inc., source