BOND Unveiled as the $1.7 Billion Mystery Buyer of Bombardier’s Aircraft
Startup fractional ownership company BOND has been identified as the undisclosed buyer behind Bombardier’s colossal $1.7 billion aircraft order, announced at NBAA-BACE 2025 in Las Vegas. The firm order comprises 50 factory-new Challenger 3500 and Global 6500 aircraft, with options for an additional 70 jets, potentially escalating the deal’s value to over $4 billion.
Founded by industry veteran Bill Papariella, former CEO of Jet Edge, BOND introduces “Fractional 2.0” – an ultra-premium model that exclusively operates super-midsize and large-cabin aircraft. In contrast to traditional fractional programs, BOND restricts ownership to a maximum of 10 individuals per aircraft and ensures the presence of flight attendants on every flight, including super-midsize jets.
With a backing of $320 million in financing led by KKR and $30 million in equity funding, BOND plans to commence operations in 2027. The company has secured an unprecedented integrated service agreement with Bombardier, guaranteeing dedicated maintenance resources and industry-leading reliability.
“We created BOND to deliver on the promise of what private aviation always was meant to be — personalized, predictable, and with exceptional levels of service,” said Papariella, who characterized the deal as potentially “the fastest in aviation history.”
Source: Aviation Week