27/11/2012

Belfast Bombardier Welcomes Aircraft Sale

A Belfast company which supplies components for aircraft manufacturers Bombardier has been celebrating the news of the largest business aircraft sale in its history.

Private jet charter firm Vistajet has confirmed a deal for up to 142 global business jets.

The deal is expected to be worth over £4.8bn.

The news was welcomed by Belfast-based Bombardier Aerospace. Its management said the factory had a large role to play in the business jet sector.

"This order - the largest ever business aircraft sale in Bombardier's history - will help to sustain jobs and secure our long-term future, in addition to benefiting our local supply chain," it said.

"Bombardier in Belfast is responsible for the design and manufacture of a range of parts for the global aircraft family, including the forward fuselages, engine nacelles, horizontal stabilisers and other components."

The deal constitutes orders for 25 Global 5000 and 25 Global 6000 jets. Parts for both of these aircraft are made in Belfast.

Steve Ridolfi, President, Bombardier Business Aircraft said: "We welcome Vistajet's ongoing commitment to global coverage within existing and developing new markets.

"Our global aircraft are perfect for Vistajet's business strategy to deliver the ultimate business jet family to all corners of the world."

(IT)

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