Training and Workforce
CAE To Buy Bombardier's Bizav Training Biz for $645M
Acquisition is “highly complementary “ to CAE and will expand its position in the largest and fastest-growing segment of the bizav training market.
Under a $645 million deal with Bombardier, CAE will gain 12 more full-flight business aircraft simulators, such as this Challenger 604 device, bringing its total simulators in this market segment to 29 worldwide. In addition, CAE will be the authorized training provider for Bombardier business jets through at least 2038. (Photo: CAE)
Under a $645 million deal with Bombardier, CAE will gain 12 more full-flight business aircraft simulators, such as this Challenger 604 device, bringing its total simulators in this market segment to 29 worldwide. In addition, CAE will be the authorized training provider for Bombardier business jets through at least 2038. (Photo: CAE)

CAE will acquire Bombardier’s business aircraft training business unit for $645 million, expanding its access to the training market for customers operating the more than 4,800 in-service Bombardier business jets, the companies announced this morning. Subject to regulatory approvals, the deal is expected to close in the second half of next year.


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