Bombardier completed 2025 with an 11-aircraft bump in deliveries to 157 units, $3.1 billion year-over-year (YOY) growth in backlog to $17.5 billion, and 10% increase in revenues to $9.55 billion. And, importantly to the company, last year marked the completion of its five-year turnaround plan, exceeding its goals for $7.5 billion in annual revenues, more than $500 million in free cash flow, $1.5 billion in EBITDA, and a net leverage of about 3:1.

“2025 was a landmark year for Bombardier,” Bombardier president and CEO Éric Martel told analysts in the release of the 2025 results this morning. “In 2021, we set ambitious financial objectives for where we wanted to be in 2025...I am so proud to say that we’ve delivered.” Topping those original revenue goals by more than $2 billion, the company emerged in 2025 with almost $1.1 billion in free cash flow, $1.559 billion adjusted EBITDA, and net leverage of 1.9:1.

Looking forward, Bombardier projects delivery of at least as many aircraft this year as in 2025, but sees growth in revenues to $10 billion and adjusted EBITDA of $1.625 billion.

Bombardier handed over 71 Challengers and 86 Globals last year, compared with 73 apiece in 2024. In the fourth quarter, Bombardier set a record for a combined 64 Global and Challenger deliveries, up from 57 in the same period a year earlier.

Despite the threat from President Trump to “decertify” Bombardier aircraft until Transport Canada validates Gulfstream Aerospace models that have been waiting in the wings, Bombardier president and CEO Éric Martel believes the situation appears to be on a path to resolution.

Two weeks ago, Trump made that threat via social media, alleging that Canada has refused to certify the Gulfstream G500, G600, G700, and G800. “Canada is effectively prohibiting the sale of Gulfstream products in Canada through this very same process.” In addition to calling for the revocation of Bombardier type certificates, he threatened 50% tariffs on Canadian-made aircraft and associated products.

Speaking to analysts and reporters today during the company’s fourth-quarter 2025 earnings release, Martel, however, said “this was an issue Bombardier is not involved in right now. It is between Transport Canada, somehow the FAA, and our competitor. They need to work together to get this to the bottom line.”

He pointed to comments made by FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford that were reported by Reuters this week: “I think we’ve resolved the issues with Canada. My understanding is that Transport Canada will announce the Gulfstream certifications that have been delayed for years.”

Martel commented, “My understanding from when I read the message from the FAA and from what I’m hearing in Canada is that this is moving forward towards a conclusion.”

Business aircraft valuation and data provider AircraftPost has launched an operating cost tool that compares real-time annual and hourly aircraft operating costs for 125 business jet types, allowing for informed aircraft purchase, operational, and management decisions. (AircraftPost is owned by AIN Media Group.)

With the new tool, users can review aircraft variable costs such as fuel, maintenance, ground handling, and catering, as well as analyze fixed costs like crew, hangar, insurance, and services. It also enables side-by-side aircraft comparisons, customized reporting, and deeper cost analysis across models.

Notably, the product leverages 20 years of AircraftPost market data to provide operating cost insights based on actual aircraft usage by make and model. “This addition further enhances the overall AircraftPost experience by expanding the depth of the data available to users,” said AIN Media Group head of data Jo-Anne Arruda.

The operating cost tool also provides aircraft performance and specification data, including max range and speed; takeoff and landing distances; weights and payloads; dimensions; aircraft overlays; and range maps. It is a $1,795 add-on for existing AircraftPost subscribers; a stand-alone subscription ($1,995) will be available soon.

“We are delighted to partner with Aircraft Budget Analyzer to ensure our subscribers have access to the highest quality operating cost data, which we have blended with AircraftPost’s real-time data to offer market-leading accuracy and precision,” said AIN Media Group president Ruben Kempeneer.

Signature Aviation has rolled out Signature Vision, a digital portal intended to give customers more control over their travel experience. The platform provides users with direct reservation capabilities, real-time service updates, and transparent customized pricing by location.

According to the company, all reservations, service requests, and updates can now be consolidated and accessed via the system’s dashboard. Guests will receive instant notifications on the status of their requested services across the entire network.

Within the Vision platform, users can also enroll in the company’s Bravo by Signature pricing program, which offers preferred pricing for small and midsize operators, and Tailwins customer loyalty program. It is also integrated with Signature’s recently-launched real estate listing portal, allowing customers to search for available hangar, office, and ramp space throughout its holdings.

“The launch of Signature Vision reflects our goal to elevate hospitality at every touchpoint with our guests,” said Derek DeCross, the FBO chain’s chief commercial officer, adding that the platform puts clarity and confidence at their fingertips. “It’s about creating a digital experience where guests feel supported and in control, no matter where they are.”

Future improvements to the system will focus on simplifying trip planning and further streamlining the reservation process.

Garmin has purchased a hangar and office complex at Arizona’s Mesa Gateway Airport (KIWA) and will use the facility to expand its flight-test and certification activities. Two adjacent hangars span 75,000 sq ft, and the office space will accommodate 75 employees.

The Mesa facility joins Garmin’s other airport-based flight operations centers in New Century, Kansas, and Salem, Oregon. In the Phoenix area, Garmin has operated an engineering hub for 25 years, starting in Tempe and then moving to Chandler. Garmin’s acquisition of AeroData in 2019 added more space in Scottsdale. The sunny Phoenix weather and KIWA’s three long runways and infrastructure “provides an ideal flight operations setting,” according to Garmin.

“We are excited to add another aviation facility to our business,” said Phil Straub, Garmin executive v-p and managing director of aviation. “The capabilities this location will provide are instrumental in extending aircraft airworthiness approvals and market coverage for our product lines. This expansion represents Garmin’s continued investment in infrastructure that supports growth and innovation in our aviation business segment.”

Airbus Helicopters officially opened its Asia-Pacific regional logistics hub in Singapore last week. The manufacturer said the facility will bolster its supply chain with parts for rotorcraft operated by customers in 21 countries in the region.

The 21,500-sq-ft facility has four loading bays and accommodates more than 20,000 part numbers. Initially, Airbus stocked the hub with €10 million ($11.9 million) worth of parts. The company plans to double this inventory as it achieves full operational capacity.

Its Singapore hub is equipped with four vertical lift modules that support an automated, high-density storage system. According to Airbus, the new technology makes best use of the available floor space and accelerates the retrieval of components of all sizes.

The facility also incorporates a 592-sq-ft elastomers room to house sensitive rubberized materials that can degrade. This unit can hold up to 2,000 critical components in a controlled temperature range between 41 and 77 degrees F.

“This new regional logistics hub marks a pivotal milestone, positioning Singapore at the heart of our global support network,” said Vincent Debrule, Airbus Helicopters’ senior v-p of Asia-Pacific. “Establishing this capability here is more than expanding our footprint. It is about building a logistics supply chain that is agile. This hub represents a long-term investment in our customers’ mission success, delivering faster, reliable, and predictable support across Asia-Pacific well into the future.”

Vertical Aviation International (VAI) is expanding its rotorcraft events to Asia-Pacific with the addition of the inaugural VAI Southeast Asia Aviation Safety Conference (SAASC). Scheduled for May 27 to 29 in Bali, Indonesia, the new regional show “represents a proactive step in delivering critical safety support to regions historically lacking easy access to VAI-hosted or -supported events,” which includes Verticon, European Rotors, and the Aerial Work Safety Conference.

“Southeast Asia is home to one of the fastest-growing vertical aviation markets, yet it faces persistent safety challenges: limited access to training, inconsistent regulatory oversight, and a lack of structure for knowledge sharing,” the rotorcraft association said. “SAASC directly addresses these gaps by offering a collaborative platform for operators, regulators, OEMs, insurers, and end users to come together and elevate the region’s safety posture.”

Modeled after VAI’s Air Tour Safety Conference held in Hawaii in 2024, the Asia gathering will serve as a hub for vertical aviation learning, sharing best practices, and showcasing innovation, according to the association. But it’s meant to augment other local rotorcraft events, noted VAI president François Lassale.

The association said the Southeast Asia show will serve as a model for future regional safety forums in underserved areas around the world. “As the vertical aviation community grows globally, so must its commitment to safety—and this event marks a decisive step in that direction,” VAI concluded.

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