Bombardier expects new Abu Dhabi facility opening H2 2026

Construction is well underway on Bombardier’s new service centre at the Al Bateen Executive Airport (AZI), Abu Dhabi, with the facility expected to open in the second half (H2) 2026. 

The structural framework of the main building and hangar is  at present. The facility will span about 120,000sqft, including a 55,000sqft hangar and a dedicated parts depot. 

Bombardier will offer a full suite of maintenance services, including scheduled and unscheduled heavy maintenance, aircraft modifications and aircraft on ground (AOG) support.

“Seeing this flagship facility take shape is a powerful symbol of Bombardier’s commitment to delivering world-class maintenance capabilities in the Middle East,” said Paul Sislian, executive vice president, Bombardier Aftermarket Services and Strategy.

The facility will be able to accommodate Bombardier’s all-new Global 8000, alongside the entire Learjet, Challenger and Global families.

Once operational in 2026, the facility will create approximately 100 highly skilled jobs in Abu Dhabi, according to the Canadian OEM.

Besides this development, Bombardier recently announced a multi-phase US expansion initiative, which began with the introduction of a new service facility in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The company also recently unveiled a new paint shop at its London-Biggin Hill service centre.