Bombardier shares take flight on $1.7B aircraft order

  • Bombardier (TSX:BBD.A) shares surged almost 20% after the Montreal-based aircraft manufacturer announced it had received a firm order for 50 Challenger and Global business jets valued at US$1.7 billion, along with a long-term maintenance contract with an undisclosed first-time buyer. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2027, and the buyer also holds options for 70 additional aircraft, which could raise the total deal value to over US$4 billion.