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The aircraft, designated as E-11A by the Air Force and nicknamed “Wi-Fi in the sky,” serves as a specialized high-altitude communications gateway. The Global fleet has been supporting critical USAF communications missions globally for nearly two decades, facilitating voice and tactical data exchange between air and land forces while overcoming geographical obstacles.
L’[[aereo]], designato come E-11A dall’Aeronautica e soprannominato “Wi‑Fi in the sky”, funge da gateway di comunicazioni ad alta quota specializzato. La flotta Global ha supportato missioni di comunicazione cruciali della USAF a livello globale per quasi due decenni, facilitando lo scambio di voce e dati tattici tra forze aeree e terrestri, superando ostacoli geografici.
El avión, designado E-11A por la Fuerza Aérea y apodado “Wi‑Fi en el cielo”, sirve como una pasarela de comunicaciones de alta altitud especializada. La flota Global ha estado apoyando misiones críticas de comunicaciones de la USAF a nivel mundial durante casi dos décadas, facilitando el intercambio de voz y datos tácticos entre las fuerzas aéreas y terrestres, mientras se superan obstáculos geográficos.
해당 항공기는 공군이 E-11A로 지정했고, “하늘의 와이파이”로 불리며 고고도 통신 게이트웨이로서의 전문적인 기능을 수행한다. Global 기단은 거의 20년 가까이 미국 공군의 전 세계적 통신 임무를 지원해 왔으며, 음성 및 전술 데이터를 공중과 지상 부대 간에 교환하도록 하며 지리적 장애물을 극복한다.
L’appareil, désigné E-11A par l’Armée de l’Air et surnommé « Wi‑Fi dans le ciel », sert de passerelle de communications spécialisée en haute altitude. La flotte Global soutient des missions de communications critiques de l’USAF dans le monde entier depuis près de deux décennies, facilitant l’échange voix et données tactiques entre les forces aériennes et terrestres tout en surmontant les obstacles géographiques.
Das Flugzeug, von der Luftwaffe als E-11A bezeichnet und umgangssprachlich als “Wi‑Fi am Himmel” bekannt, fungiert als spezialisierter Hochlut‑Kommunikationsgateway. Die Global‑Flotte unterstützt seit fast zwei Jahrzehnten weltweit kritische Kommunikationsmissionen der USAF und erleichtert den Sprach- und Datenaustausch zwischen Luft- und Landstreitkräften, während geografische Hindernisse überwunden werden.
تُصنّف الطائرة من قبل القوات الجوية كـ E-11A وتلقّب بـ”Wi‑Fi في السماء”، وتعمل بوابة اتصالات عالية الارتفاع متخصصة. لقد دعمت أسطول Global مهام اتصالات حاسمة للقوات الجوية الأمريكية على مستوى العالم منذ ما يقرب من عقدين، ميسرة تبادل الصوت والبيانات التكتيكية بين القوات الجوية والبرية مع التغلب على العوائق الجغرافية.
该机型由空军命名为 E-11A，并被昵称为“天空中的 Wi‑Fi”，作为一种专门的高空通信网关。Global 机队近二十年来一直在全球范围内支持美国空军的关键通信任务，促进空中与地面部队之间的语音和战术数据交换，同时克服地理障碍。
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- Successful delivery of ninth Global aircraft to USAF demonstrates continued trust in Bombardier Defense
- Long-term partnership with U.S. Air Force spanning nearly two decades
- Proven track record in military communications missions worldwide
09/22/2025 – 07:51 AM
- Delivery ceremony took place in September at Hanscom Air Force Base, MA
- The Bombardier Global family of aircraft, recognized for its outstanding range, speed, reliability and endurance, is an ideal fixed-wing solution for special airborne missions worldwide
- Enduring success of the BACN program underscores Bombardier Defense’s role as a partner of choice for the U. S. military
NATIONAL HARBOR, Md., Sept. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bombardier Defense is proud to announce the delivery of a ninth Bombardier Global aircraft to the United States Air Force. The delivery, which was celebrated at Hanscom Air Force Base earlier this month, is the latest in a long-standing and highly successful partnership between the USAF and Bombardier Defense.
The fleet of BACN aircraft, which are known in the Air Force as E-11A and often referred to as “Wi-Fi in the sky”, are a specialized communications platform that enables enhanced situational awareness and interoperability acting as high-altitude communications gateways. The Bombardier Global fleet serving the USAF has been performing critical communications missions around the world for close to two decades, serving to bridge voice and tactical data between air and land forces, while surmounting obstacles such as mountains, rough terrain or distance.
“At Bombardier Defense, we are honored to see our reliable, high-performing Global aircraft serve the United States Air Force in critical missions worldwide through the BACN program,” said Jean-Christophe Gallagher, Executive Vice President, Aircraft Sales and Bombardier Defense. “We are grateful for the longstanding trust of the U.S. Air Force, and we look forward to continuing to support the operational needs of the United States.”
About Bombardier Defense
Bombardier Defense offers something unique, combining Bombardier’s portfolio of top-performing Challenger and Global aircraft with unparalleled engineering and maintenance expertise to create custom solutions. Known for its collaborative and flexible approach, Bombardier Defense builds long-term partnerships with governments and militaries, as well as joining forces with the world’s most advanced mission system providers. Driven by a rich history of innovation, we are shaping the defense solutions of the future.
Bombardier Defense is based in Wichita, KS, with a manufacturing presence across North America. Leveraging Bombardier’s highly responsive, worldwide support network, we offer expert maintenance services and tailored support options to our government and military customers. Hundreds of Bombardier aircraft perform critical airborne missions around the world, including Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR), Airborne Early Warning & Control (AEW&C), border and maritime patrol, multi-role, head of state transport, medevac, urgent humanitarian assistance and more.
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FAQ
What is the significance of Bombardier’s ninth Global aircraft delivery to the U.S. Air Force?
The delivery represents the continued expansion of the BACN program, where these aircraft serve as critical high-altitude communications gateways, enabling enhanced situational awareness and interoperability between air and land forces.
What is the BACN program and how does Bombardier’s E-11A aircraft contribute to it?
The BACN (Battlefield Airborne Communications Node) program utilizes Bombardier’s Global aircraft, designated as E-11A or ‘Wi-Fi in the sky’, to bridge voice and tactical data communications between air and land forces, overcoming obstacles like mountains and terrain.
How long has Bombardier Defense been partnering with the U.S. Air Force?
Bombardier Defense has been partnering with the U.S. Air Force for nearly two decades, providing Global aircraft for critical communications missions worldwide.
Where was the ninth Bombardier Global aircraft delivered to the U.S. Air Force?
The ninth Bombardier Global aircraft was delivered to the U.S. Air Force at Hanscom Air Force Base in September 2025.
What are the key features of Bombardier’s Global aircraft used in the BACN program?
The Bombardier Global aircraft is recognized for its outstanding range, speed, reliability, and endurance, making it ideal for special airborne missions as a high-altitude communications gateway.
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