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Bombardier Earns Big Learjet 60XR Order

25 Firm Orders, 85 Purchase Rights

Bombardier Aerospace kicked off the week with the announcement of a potential 110-plane sale to an undisclosed European customer. The sale comprises 25 firm Learjet 60XR orders, with another 85 "conditional" slots available.

The firm order is valued at approximately $340 million US. If all purchase rights are confirmed, total value with be approximately $1.5 billion US, based on the 2008 prices. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2009.

"This is a tremendous announcement for Bombardier," said Steve Ridolfi, president, Bombardier Business Aircraft. "This major sale confirms that the Learjet 60XR aircraft offers an optimum performance-cabin-value combination that is key for midsize jet operators. With nearly 45 years of history Learjet aircraft are the proven choice for leading flight departments worldwide."

In service since July 2007, the Learjet 60 XR aircraft -- which traces its roots back to the original Lear Model 23 -- combines the brand's storied legacy of speed with a state-of-the-art Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 avionics suite and a completely redesigned cabin.

The Pro Line 21 avionics suite features the latest flight deck design, human factors concepts and system technology, equipping pilots with immediate, intuitive access to vital flight information.

The redesigned interior features five available floorplans, a larger galley, a brighter and more spacious lavatory, a new cabin management system with three-inch LCD control modules and ports for laptops, MP3 players and other audio/video equipment and LED lighting is featured throughout the cabin.

FMI: www.bombardier.com

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