Bombardier Aerospace: New Learjet 85 Aircraft Features All-Composite Structure Design

WICHITA, KANSAS, Jan 22 (MARKET WIRE) --
Corporate aviation leader Bombardier Aerospace today announced it has
selected Grob Aerospace to develop the all-composite structure of its new
Learjet 85 aircraft, the next generation in Learjet excellence. Grob will
also build the first three prototype aircraft for the program. In
addition, the jet's official name, Learjet 85, was revealed today.

Launched on October 30, 2007 - with a provisional name - the new Learjet
85 aircraft will be the first Bombardier Aerospace jet to feature an
all-composite structure and will be the first all-composite structure
business jet designed for type certification under FAR Part 25.

"The Learjet 85 remains true to Learjet's commitment to innovation -
featuring the best in leading technology, design and manufacturing," said
Pierre Gabriel Cote, president, Bombardier Business Aircraft. "Grob
Aerospace is one of the world's most experienced companies in the
development and manufacture of composite aircraft structures. We are
delighted to welcome their participation on this latest Learjet-designed
aircraft."

An extraordinary advancement in next generation flight, the Learjet 85
aircraft's all-composite structure will allow Learjet designers to
maximize cabin comfort while minimizing drag and improving performance.
Exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, reduced maintenance and extended
service life are key characteristics of all composite airframes and the
ultra smooth surfaces of the carbon fiber structures permit superior
aerodynamics. Other competitive advantages of composites include reduced
structural part count and significantly less vulnerability to corrosion
or fatigue damage than metal.

"Composite structures allow designers to optimize all aspects of the
aircraft's internal cabin volume and exterior aerodynamic qualities, thus
optimizing performance as well," said Niall Olver, chief executive
officer, Grob Aerospace. "Since delivering our pioneering glider aircraft
in the 1970s, Grob has delivered more than 3,500 aircraft that have flown
over seven million hours on five continents. We look forward to building
the first Learjet 85 prototype structures and growing our working
relationship with Learjet. Work at Grob Aerospace on the Learjet 85 adds
an exciting manufacturing dimension to the light business jets and
trainer aircraft development and production activity already going on at
our facilities."

The Learjet 85 aircraft's prototype structures will be manufactured at
Grob Aerospace's facility in Tussenhausen-Mattsies, Germany, where
Learjet design teams are currently on site as part of the joint
conceptual design phase.

Proven composite technology and precision manufacturing

With over 37 years of history, Grob Aerospace has established a proven
track record of excellence in applied composite aircraft technology and
is a world leader in the field of design and production of composites.

Accuracy and precision are inextricably linked to the entire composite
material production process, with respect to aircraft components. The use
of precision molds is one of the numerous measures taken to guarantee the
quality and efficiency required throughout the manufacturing process.

Building on legendary Learjet performance

True to its legendary heritage, the Learjet 85 aircraft is set to deliver
the extraordinary performance, superior technology and exceptional value
Learjet aircraft owners expect.

The clean-sheet Learjet aircraft targets a high-speed cruise of Mach 0.82
and a transcontinental range of up to 3,000 nautical miles (5,556 km)(i).
Designed to provide a larger, more comfortable cabin than any existing
midsize aircraft, this jet will offer eight passengers a stand-up cabin
built to ensure superior productivity and comfort.

Learjet is the first name in corporate aviation. Since acquiring Learjet
Inc. in 1990, Bombardier Aerospace has carried forward the brand's proud
legacy by launching eight high-performance and fuel-efficient aircraft.

About Bombardier

A world-leading manufacturer of innovative transportation solutions, from
regional aircraft and business jets to rail transportation equipment,
systems and services, Bombardier Inc. is a global corporation
headquartered in Canada. Its revenues for the fiscal year ended Jan. 31,
2007, were $14.8 billion US, and its shares are traded on the Toronto
Stock Exchange (BBD). Bombardier is listed as an index component to the
Dow Jones Sustainability World and North America indexes. News and
information are available at www.bombardier.com.

Bombardier, Learjet, and Learjet 85 are either registered or unregistered
trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries.

Grob and Grob Aerospace are either registered or unregistered trademarks
of Grob Aerospace.

Note to editors

(i) NBAA IFR 100 NM alt. Fuel reserves, four passengers, ISA conditions,
unrestricted climb, cruise and descent.

Statements about performance and design as stated in this document are
solely based on projections and forecasts, and are subject to change
without notice.

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Contacts:
Bombardier Business Aircraft
Danielle Boudreau
514-855-8149
danielle.boudreau@aero.bombardier.com
www.aero.bombardier.com

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