Vista orders 40 Bombardier Challenger 3500 jets

Vista has ordered 40 Bombardier Challenger 3500 jets.

Bombardier and Vista have announced a deal for 40 Challenger 3500 business jets with options for a further 120 aircraft.

The initial order is valued at US$1.18bn based on 2026 list prices. The total value could reach US$4.72bn.

Deliveries will begin immediately and be phased in steadily.

“Bombardier jets pioneered the super-midsize aircraft category, and with the Challenger 3500 aircraft we continue to raise the bar for customers when it comes to offering a full package of performance, reliability and cabin comfort,” said Éric Martel, president and CEO, Bombardier.

“These significant orders are a testament to how well this aircraft serves our customers, delivering the perfect balance of cutting-edge technology, exceptional comfort and proven value.”

Thomas Flohr, founder and chairman of Vista added: “This agreement is about leadership, preparedness and client experience.

“We are continuing to build the fleet our members will rely on over the next decade, not reacting to short-term cycles, but investing with clarity, scale and discipline.”

In 2024, the Challenger 3500 aircraft became the fastest-growing platform to reach 100 deliveries in the super-midsize category, according to Bombardier.

The jet has a range of 3,400 nautical miles ( 6,297km) and can carry up to 10 passengers at a maximum speed of Mach 0.83, says the company.