Jet / Turboprop • Bombardier • Global 5500 Standard, Global 5500 Cabin Refresh, Global 5500 Extended Range Configuration
| Manufacturer | Bombardier |
| Model | Global 5500 |
| Category | Jet / Turboprop |
| Variants | Global 5500 Standard, Global 5500 Cabin Refresh, Global 5500 Extended Range Configuration |
| Production Years | 2018 – 2025 |
| Seating | 8, 13, 16 seats |
| Typical TTAF | 2,400 hours |
| Markets | United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Germany, Switzerland |
| Price Range | $45.0M – $65.0M |
The Bombardier Global 5500 is a large-cabin, long-range business jet that represents the mid-tier offering in Bombardier's prestigious Global family. Introduced in 2018, it features a redesigned interior with larger windows, an enhanced cabin management system, and improved avionics. The aircraft combines the proven reliability of the Global 5000 platform with modern technology upgrades, offering executives and corporate operators a sophisticated blend of comfort and performance. The Global 5500 accommodates up to 16 passengers in typical configurations, though most operators configure it for 8-13 passengers in premium comfort. It serves high-net-worth individuals, corporations, and charter operators who require transcontinental range without the operational complexity of ultra-long-range jets. The aircraft is particularly popular in North America and Europe among Fortune 500 companies. Key differentiators include Bombardier's signature Nuage cabin lighting, larger cabin windows (50% larger than the 5000), and the Bombardier Vision flight deck with the latest avionics integration.
Maximum Speed: Mach 0.89 (489 knots/563 mph)
Range: 5,200 nautical miles (with 8 passengers and 4 crew)
Service Ceiling: 51,000 feet
Engines: 2x Rolls-Royce Pearl 15 turbofans
Maximum Takeoff Weight: 97,900 lbs
Cabin Pressure Altitude: 6,000 feet maximum
Cabin Length: 46 feet 10 inches
Cabin Width: 7 feet 9 inches
Cabin Height: 6 feet 5 inches