NATIONAL HARBOR, MD, Sep 22, 2025 – Bombardier Defense has delivered its ninth Bombardier Global aircraft to the U.S. Air Force. The delivery was marked at Hanscom Air Force Base and adds to the Battlefield Airborne Communications Node (BACN) fleet.
The U.S. Air Force uses the E-11A, part of the BACN fleet, as a high-altitude communications gateway. Often referred as “Wi-Fi in the sky,” the aircraft supports situational awareness and interoperability by linking air and ground forces. For nearly 20 years, the Bombardier Global fleet has carried out communications missions worldwide, bridging voice and tactical data between air and land, while overcoming obstacles like mountains and terrains.
“At Bombardier Defense, we are honored to see our reliable, high-performing Global aircraft serve the United States Air Force in critical missions worldwide through the BACN program,” said Jean-Christophe Gallagher, executive vice president, aircraft sales and Bombardier Defense. “We are grateful for the longstanding trust of the U.S. Air Force, and we look forward to continuing to support the operational needs of the United States.”
Source: Bombardier
About Bombardier
Bombardier Inc. is a Canadian aerospace company that designs, manufactures and supports business jets. Headquartered in Montréal, Québec, it focuses on the business aviation sector after divesting its commercial aircraft and rail transportation divisions. The company serves corporations, governments and charter service providers worldwide. Founded in 1942 as a snowmobile manufacturer, Bombardier has become one of the leading producers of business jets, offering the Challenger and Global series. It provides aircraft maintenance, refurbishment and flight operations support. In 2024, Bombardier reported $8.7B in revenue, delivering 146 aircraft and generating $2.04B in services revenue. The company employs about 18,000 people globally and supports a fleet of around 5,000 aircraft through 10 service facilities in six countries. Its manufacturing sites are in Canada, the United States and Mexico, with regional depots in Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai and San Luis Obispo, CA.
About Bombardier Defense
Bombardier Defense, a division of Bombardier Inc., delivers aircrafts and solutions for government, military, and special operations. The division provides design, testing, certification, and support for missions, including airborne surveillance, maritime patrol, border security, and humanitarian response. Established in 2022 with its Wichita, KN site designated for defense work, Bombardier Defense builds on the company’s history in aircraft engineering and operations.