CAE and Bombardier Begin Training on Global Express

- First European-based training program for Global Express aircraft
- First operational milestone of the 20-year agreement signed by CAE and Bombardier in June 2007

(Geneva, Switzerland, May 20, 2008) -- CAE and Bombardier Aerospace began offering pilot and technical training on Global Express aircraft at the CAE Burgess Hill training centre in the U.K., marking the first time that training on Global Express aircraft has been made available in Europe. The program is the first operational milestone of the 20-year Authorized Training Provider agreement signed by CAE and Bombardier in June 2007, which designates CAE as Bombardier's Authorized Training Provider for Global Express, Global 5000, Global Express XRS and Challenger 300 aircraft. In May 2008, the agreement was expanded to include Learjet 40/40 XR and Learjet 45/45 XR aircraft training in Europe.

The program, fully qualified by the Joint Aviation Authorities (JAA) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), utilizes Bombardier's Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) courseware and incorporates the latest simulation-based training methodologies, such as CAE Simfinity(TM) tools. The first course in the program started in April, with the program expected to expand to full capacity by summer 2008.

"The introduction of this new program is a clear demonstration of CAE's commitment to bring our training services closer to customers across Europe and the globe," said Jeff Roberts, CAE's Group President, Innovation and Civil Training & Services. "With a growing number of Bombardier Business aircraft operating outside North America, offering training in Europe has become increasingly critical. CAE will work with Bombardier to continue to meet the needs of this expanding market," he added.

"Together, Bombardier and CAE have built a best-in-class, technically advanced training course for Global Express aircraft," says James Hoblyn, President, Bombardier Aircraft Services. "We have proven to be a great team and look forward to continue working with CAE on other opportunities."

Source : CAE

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