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GLOBAL XRS AND 6000 MARKET CONDITIONS - PAST 12 MONTHS
Inventory Level
No. for Sale No. for Sale X Avg. Asking Price
700
600
500
400
300
8+0+0 0+23+06+0+0 0+22+06+0+0 0+22+05+0+0 0+24+08+0+0 0+26+0 10+0+0 0+26+0 12+0+0 0+26+0 13+0+0 0+22+0 13+0+0 0+27+0 12+0+0 0+19+0 11+0+0 0+25+0 13+0+0 0+28+0
$518M
$349M
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23
Global 6000
Global XRS
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22
6 6 5
24
8
26 26 26 27
10
12 13
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25
13
28
15
28
22
13 12
Feb-16 Mar-16 Apr-16 May-16 Jun-16 Jul-16 Aug-16 Sep-16 Oct-16 Nov-16 Dec-16 Jan-17 Feb-17
$439M
$421M
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FLEET AGE DISTRIBUTION
No. of Aircraft in Operation
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
Global XRS Global 6000
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The ultra-long-range Global Express XRS is powered by two Rolls-
Royce Deutschland BR710A2-20 turbofan engines, allowing it to fly
transcontinental and intercontinental flights with a 6,100+ nautical-mile
range. Its long-range speed is Mach .85, while its high cruise speed is
Mach .89.
Measuring 6.25-feet high, 8.17-feet wide and 48-feet from front to back,
the XRS’ cabin provides ultimate space and comfort in any configuration,
with a maximum seat configuration of 17. The XRS is typically outfitted
with an aft stateroom, a separate main cabin and ample galley.
Passengers have access to an Ethernet-based Cabin Electronic System
with on-board LAN & wireless LAN.
Keeping in mind the importance and comfort of the flight crew, the Global
XRS is equipped with the Rockwell Collins Proline Fusion avionics suite
and includes Bombardier’s 3rd Generation Enhanced Vision System
(BEVS), a head-up flight display system and Synthetic Vision System.
After introducing the Global 5000, Bombardier then launched a
rebranded version of the Global Express XRS — the Global 6000.
Including the same and enhanced features as the XRS, the 6000
boasts the same Rolls-Royce engines, as well as advanced avionics
and cabin communications.
At a maximum operating speed of up to Mach 0.89, the Global 6000
supersedes the high-speed range capability and mission flexibility
delivered by other business jets in its class, with the ability to link for
instance, Moscow to Los Angeles non-stop.
Specifically designed to provide a highly productive working
environment, the 6000 offers more cabin volume and floor space
than any other business jet in its class. With one of the widest cabins,
measuring almost a foot (30cm) wider than the nearest competitor, the
6000 aircraft provides plenty of room. Maximum seat configuration
allows up to 19 passengers and two crew members. Passengers have
access to Wireless Access Virtually Everywhere (WAVE), leveraging
the latest satellite communication technology to provide in-flight, highspeed
internet access. Bombardier WAVE also comes as a retrofit option
for Global XRS as well.
Announced in 2010, the Global 7000 and Global 8000 are now under
development by Bombardier. The 7000 will deliver speeds of up to Mach
0.925 with a range of 7,400nm, while the 8000 can travel up to 7,900nm.
With plans for the Global 7000 to start deliveries finally in the 2nd half
of 2018 and the 8000 indefinitely delayed, after initial market entry
expectations for 2016 and 2017 respectively, Gulfstream’s comparable
G650 and G650ER, as well as the Falcon 8X, now have the market
covered where initially the new Bombardier models had hoped to reign.
Until the Globals arrive on the scene, the 6000 will continue production,
albeit at reduced production rates, with prices likely to drop even further
closer to the final unveiling of the new models. Whether Global 6000
production will continue past the arrival of the 7000 is unknown at this
time. This announcement would further depress short term sale prices
and subsequently impact long term residual values. The two model
serve different market segments though with different price points so
expectations are the 6000 will be around still for many years to come.
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