Bombardier announced today that long-time charter operator AB Jets has taken delivery of its first Challenger 3500 aircraft, supplementing its current fleet of nine Learjet 60 aircraft by providing customers with brand new aircraft experience. The addition of the new Bombardier Challenger 3500 marks the first of three super mid-size business jets that AB Jets will add to its fleet, enhancing customer options for the Argus Platinum-rated full-service private charter company.

"This delivery is more than an aircraft handover; it represents the future of AB Jets," said Andrew Bettis, President of AB Jets. "The Challenger 3500 is our flagship, a jet that elevates our ability to serve clients with more comfort, extended range, and the same uncompromising focus on safety and reliability that defines our culture. We're proud to bring this aircraft home and begin the next chapter of our story."

"Bombardier has delivered an aircraft of absolute perfection," said David Turner, Co-Owner and Director of Operations at AB Jets. "Our role now is to maintain it to the same standard, ensuring that every AB Jets flight in the Challenger 3500 reflects the excellence of the team that built it."

"This exceptional aircraft will provide AB Jets' customers with a best-in-class business aviation experience with its uncompromising commitment to superior performance, an elevated cabin experience, the smoothest ride and consistent reliability," said Jean-Christophe Gallagher, Executive Vice President, Aircraft Sales and Bombardier Defense. "Adding the new Challenger 3500 to the AB Jets' existing fleet of Learjet aircraft fleet will provide AB Jets' customers with countless new charter destination options and an exciting new world of opportunities."

Leveraging some of the key features of Bombardier's renowned Global family, the Challenger 3500 offers unparalleled comfort and luxury in the cabin, seamlessly integrating design and technology innovations, including Bombardier's patented Nuage seat. It's an ideal fit for the Memphis, TN based charter operator which offers supplemental lift services to brokers, flight departments, and operators. Whether providing support during peak demand periods or as a dependable contingency plan, AB Jets' reliability record has earned them a place as a trusted partner in the aviation industry.

When it comes to purposeful technology, the Challenger 3500 aircraft leads the way. It introduces several industry-first features within its advanced cabin management system. These include voice-control, unmatched 4K entertainment, first-in-class wireless chargers and a true bring-your-own-device cabin philosophy.