Bombardier Global 8000, Global 6500 and Challenger 3500 aircraft will be showcased on static display
Bombardier will spotlight its industry-leading customer support, recognized with the No. 1 ranking in AIN’s Product Support Survey for the third consecutive year and in Professional Pilot’s Corporate Aircraft Product Support Survey for the second consecutive year
Bombardier will host an exclusive Pilot Talk with John Travolta at its static display on October 20, offering insights from his 50 years of flying
Visitors will step into L’Expérience by Bombardier located within Bombardier’s hospitality chalet and inspired by the design, innovation and engineering behind our aircraft

MONTREAL, Oct. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bombardier today announced its participation in the 2026 edition of the NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE), taking place October 20–22 in Las Vegas. Bombardier’s static display will feature the flagship Global 8000 aircraft alongside the Global 6500 and Challenger 3500 aircraft. In addition, attendees will have the opportunity to connect with Bombardier’s award-winning customer support team, whose industry-leading service has earned the No. 1 ranking in AIN’s Product Support Survey for three consecutive years and in Professional Pilot’s Corporate Aircraft Product Support Survey for two consecutive years.

“NBAA-BACE is an important moment for us to showcase the strength of Bombardier’s leadership in business aviation from our industry-leading customer service to the fastest business jet in the world”, said Éric Martel, President and Chief Executive Officer, Bombardier. “Our focus has always been on investing in our people, advancing innovation and expanding our global network to deliver the level of service and support our customers expect throughout the life of their aircraft. Having our flagship Global 8000, Global 6500 and Challenger 3500 aircraft on site says a lot about the strength of our portfolio and why customers continue to choose Bombardier, time and time again.”

Complementing the aircraft display, visitors will be invited to step into the world of Bombardier and explore L’Expérience by Bombardier, a curated journey located within the company’s hospitality chalet. L’Expérience offers an intimate look at the vision, innovation and craftsmanship behind Bombardier’s industry-leading aircraft, like the Global 8000.

As part of its NBAA-BACE presence, Bombardier will host an exclusive Pilot Talk with John Travolta, type rated on more than a dozen aircraft, including his most recent certification on a Bombardier Global Express. During the session, titled Beyond the Flight Deck, Travolta will share personal experiences from 50 years of flying and discuss the moments that helped define him as a pilot. The event will take place at Bombardier’s static display on October 20, at 3:00 p.m.

Bombardier is also proud to support the Corporate Angel Network’s Fund an Angel event as a Platinum sponsor. Taking place Wednesday, October 21, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Fontainebleau Las Vegas’ Waterbleau Terrace, the event supports the organization’s mission to help cancer patients access specialized treatment by arranging free flights on corporate and commercial aircraft, reducing barriers to care and bringing patients closer to the treatment they need.

Throughout the week, Bombardier will welcome customers, media representatives and industry stakeholders across its static display and hospitality spaces, providing opportunities to discover the company’s aircraft lineup, customer support capabilities and vision for the future of business aviation.

For media inquiries or to schedule aircraft tours, please contact Bombardier’s Public Relations team.

About Bombardier

At Bombardier (BBD-B.TO), we design, build, modify and maintain the world’s best-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. That means not simply exceeding standards, but understanding customers well enough to anticipate their unspoken needs.

For them, we are committed to pioneering the future of aviation—innovating to make flying more reliable, efficient and sustainable. And we are passionate about delivering unrivaled craftsmanship and care, giving our customers greater confidence and the elevated experience they deserve and expect. Because people who shape the world will always need the most productive and responsible ways to move through it.

Bombardier customers operate a fleet of more than 5,200 aircraft, supported by a vast network of Bombardier team members worldwide and 10 service centres across six countries. Bombardier’s performance-leading jets are proudly manufactured in aerostructure, assembly and completion facilities in Canada, the United States and Mexico. In 2024, Bombardier was honoured with the prestigious “Red Dot: Best of the Best” award for Brands and Communication Design.

For Information

For corporate news and information, including Bombardier’s Sustainability report, as well as the company’s initiative to cover all its flight operations with a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blend utilizing the Book-and-Claim system visit bombardier.com.

Learn more about Bombardier’s industry-leading products and customer service network at bombardier.com. Follow us on X @Bombardier.

Paul Cremer

My name is Paul Cremer, and this marks my 42nd year working within the business and general aviation industry. Over this time, I’ve had the privilege of overseeing a diverse array of sector activities, ranging from aircraft charter and management to air ambulance services, ground operations, air traffic control, airport management, technology implementation, and the outsourcing services I currently manage.

In my role focused on delivering advisory, technology, and outsourcing services to aviation customers, I handle a wide spectrum of responsibilities. This includes overseeing International Trip Support, Operations Control Centre Services (OCC), Continuing Airworthiness Management Service (CAMO), Airworthiness Reviews, ARC Services, Aircraft Delivery and Re-delivery Support Services, Maintenance Coordination Services including AOG, Tech Ops (Maintenance Control Centre), and managing myairops software products. As the Head of Aviation Delivery, I lead the customer-facing delivery of Technology & Outsourcing products and services for the market, drawing upon a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and industry connections within Gama Aviation’s Technology and Outsourcing Strategic Business Unit.

My journey into Business and General Aviation began during my teenage years while still in school. I was fortunate enough to be welcomed into the industry, starting at a flying club, and later working at the Air Traffic Services Unit at Blackbushe Airport. There, I maintained the ATC Movement Logs in the Control Tower during weekends, solidifying my passion for aviation. Upon completing my schooling, I seized opportunities at Fairoaks Airport, where I began as Ground Crew while pursuing my Aerodrome Flight Information Service Officer’s license. Advancements in my career led me to the role of Air Traffic Services Manager.

Since joining Gama Aviation in 1996, I’ve held various positions, including Operations Manager (Post Holder), Operations & Commercial Manager, Commercial Manager, Operations Delivery Manager, Head of Business Aviation Delivery, and currently, Head of Aviation Delivery. This role encompasses Gama Aviation Group’s Gama Aviation, myairops, and FlyerTech companies.

In 2023, I was honoured to be invited to serve as the Chair of the Operations Working Group for the British Business & General Aviation Association. This opportunity allows me to contribute to industry initiatives within BBGA’s membership of nearly 200 industry companies, focusing on challenges such as regulatory compliance, Air Services Agreements, technological advancements, workforce development, operational matters, and sustainability.

Marc Bailey

Marc Bailey has spent his career in aviation and has worked in most areas of our industry with scheduled airlines, MRO’s, military contract support and latterly with associations, government, and its agencies.

Marc currently represents your position in Europe (even post Brexit) – as President of ECOGAS (European Council of General Aviation Support) which maintains a voice with EASA. All the major member states are represented on the ECOGAS board. With EASA restructuring its meetings with industry, ECOGAS is now well positioned to represent our position in all areas following industry partnerships with the European Continued Airworthiness Group and with the Association for Remotely Piloted Aviation Services (ARPAS). 

Marc is chair of the UKASF (United Kingdom Airworthiness Strategic Forum) as part of an initiative to develop Aviation Services across all aviation activities.  The UKASF pulls together airlines, MROs, Rotary, Drones, and commercial GA bodies to work with CAA and DfT. The objective is for industry to take the lead to drive strategic issues to benefit all parties. We are well positioned after six years to continue our good work for industry. With the re-established role of Chief Surveyor in the CAA we have a good focal point to undertake this work with the regulator including regular discussions and a full industry day with the CAA each year.

Marc chairs the CAA Finance and Services Forum, which allows industry in the UK to discuss the financial plans for the CAA and look closely at the services being delivered to industry. This is a new and valuable new platform for all parties.

Marc has formed an alliance with, ARPAS, AOPA, BHA and BBGA so that we can strengthen our voice under a joint ‘GA 4 Biz’ banner. This alliance is working to do everything possible to represent the industry’s business interests with UK government and to help realise the Government’s desire to make UK General Aviation a Global Leader in a post Brexit environment. 

The next Generation initiatives with industry and government have continued to develop with the retention platform now evolving into the “Aviation Skills Recruitment Platform” .  The platform now not only offers a vehicle for those offering and seeking posts in aviation, it also provides pathways with its TalentView portion seeking to provide pathways for new entrants into our sector. 

The recruitment platform is being further developed to include training opportunities across a wide range of providers, from government agencies through academic bodies. Getting our next generation activities right in the UK over the next couple of years is our single most important issue which we in aviation must grab with both hands. Moving into 2026 we are seeking to further develop the pathways to enter aviation, and this effort is being supported with development of multimedia platforms with the organisation Metaverse. This multimedia approach is being developed so that it is more relatable to the next generation of people wishing to join aviation in a myriad of roles.

In the role of President (honorary) Marc can support the BBGA in many aspects and continue to ensure that we retain the right connections across industry, with regulators in the UK, regulators in the EU and wherever possible help hold government and its departments to account using normal channels, and where necessary utilise All Party-Political Groups for aviation.

BBGA Annual Conference and AGM

BBGA Universal Aviation 2027 Golf Tournament

James Carroll

Alison Chambers

Paul Cremer

Jason Hayward

James Moreton

James Hardie

Aoife O’Sullivan

Alex Durand

Marc Bailey

Sarah Towerzey

Heather Gordon

Lindsey Oliver