Bomberdier

Bombardier has showcased the first two flight test vehicles (FTVs) of luxury business jet Global model 7000 at its Toronto facility.

The jets are being developed at the company’s specially designed assembly line.

The final assembly line uses laser-guided technology and features an automated positioning system that moves the wing structure into place to join the fuselage.

Bombardier Business Aircraft president David Coleal said: "The Global 7000 aircraft flight test vehicles are being assembled on the most advanced production line in business aviation.

"With a no-compromise approach and forward-thinking technology, we are focused on bringing the game changing Global 7000 aircraft to market."

"The Global 7000 aircraft flight test vehicles are being assembled on the most advanced production line in business aviation."

Originally planned to be introduced in 2016, the 7000 jet will be debuted in the second half of 2018.

The company is currently struggling with its C-series programme, which the Quebec government announced a $1bn investment for, despite the manufacturer cancelling its Learjet 85 programme and 64 orders for the business jet.

Global 7000 and Global 8000 programme senior vice-president Michel Ouellette said: "We’re excited by the unprecedented precision and quality we’ve observed on the assembly of the first two flight test vehicles.

"This further validates that Bombardier made the right choice in the technology it is employing to build the most advanced business jet on the market."

The company said the Global 7000 aircraft is the only business jet to offer four unique living spaces. It has a range of 13,705km and can accommodate eight passengers.

The aircraft will have a wing that optimises short-field and high-speed, efficient engines, the largest cabin and most advanced cockpit.

Image: Bombardier showcased the first two flight test vehicles of luxury business jet Global model 7000 at its Toronto facility. Photo: courtesy of Bombardier.