Bombardier Defense and SNC Announce 10-year Service Agreement in Support of U.S. Military Program
Bombardier Defense (BDRBF) and SNC signed a 10-year service agreement dated Oct. 14, 2025 to support two Bombardier Global 6500 aircraft equipped with SNC’s RAPCON-X technology. The contract covers logistical support under Bombardier Smart Services Defense, including spare parts, shipping, technical publications, and 24/7 Customer Response Centre access, with predetermined cost coverage under a cost-per-flight-hour model. SNC will operate the two COCO aircraft for a U.S. military customer. RAPCON-X is configurable for SIGINT, EO reconnaissance and ground moving-target signatures and uses SNC TRAX software for battlefield connectivity.
Bombardier Defense (BDRBF) e SNC hanno firmato un contratto di servizio decennale datato 14 ottobre 2025 per supportare due aeromobili Bombardier Global 6500 dotati della tecnologia RAPCON-X di SNC. Il contratto comprende supporto logistico nell'ambito di Bombardier Smart Services Defense, inclusi pezzi di ricambio, spedizioni, pubblicazioni tecniche e accesso 24/7 al Customer Response Centre, con copertura dei costi predeterminata secondo un modello cost-per-flight-hour. SNC opererà i due aeromobili COCO per un cliente militare statunitense. RAPCON-X è configurabile per SIGINT, riconoscimento EO e firme di bersagli in movimento a terra e utilizza il software TRAX di SNC per la connettività sul campo di battaglia.
Defensa Bombardier (BDRBF) y SNC firmaron un acuerdo de servicio de 10 años con fecha del 14 de octubre de 2025 para apoyar a dos aeronaves Bombardier Global 6500 equipadas con la tecnología RAPCON-X de SNC. El contrato cubre el soporte logístico bajo Bombardier Smart Services Defense, incluyendo repuestos, envío, publicaciones técnicas y acceso 24/7 al Customer Response Centre, con cobertura de costos predeterminada bajo un modelo de cost-per-flight-hour. SNC operará las dos aeronaves COCO para un cliente militar de EE. UU. RAPCON-X es configurable para SIGINT, reconocimiento EO y firmas de objetivos en movimiento en tierra y utiliza el software TRAX de SNC para la conectividad en el campo de batalla.
Bombardier Defense (BDRBF)와 SNC는 2025년 10월 14일자로 10년 서비스 계약을 체결했고, SNC의 RAPCON-X 기술이 탑재된 두 대의 Bombardier Global 6500 항공기를 지원하기 위함입니다. 본 계약은 Bombardier Smart Services Defense 하의 물류 지원을 포함하며, 예비 부품, 운송, 기술 간행물, 24/7 고객 응답 센터 접근과 항공시간당 비용 모델에 따른 사전 비용 보장을 포함합니다. SNC는 미국 군사 고객을 위해 두 대의 COCO 항공기를 운영합니다. RAPCON-X는 SIGINT, EO 정찰 및 지상 이동 표적 신호에 대해 구성이 가능하며 전장 연결을 위한 SNC의 TRAX 소프트웨어를 사용합니다.
Bombardier Defense (BDRBF) et SNC ont signé un contrat de service de 10 ans daté du 14 octobre 2025 pour soutenir deux avions Bombardier Global 6500 équipés de la technologie RAPCON-X de SNC. Le contrat couvre le soutien logistique dans le cadre de Bombardier Smart Services Defense, y compris pièces détachées, expédition, publications techniques et accès 24/7 au Customer Response Centre, avec une couverture des coûts prédéterminée selon un modèle cost-per-flight-hour. SNC opérera les deux avions COCO pour un client militaire américain. RAPCON-X est configurable pour SIGINT, reconnaissance EO et signatures d’objectifs mobiles au sol et utilise le logiciel TRAX de SNC pour la connectivité sur le champ de bataille.
Bombardier Defense (BDRBF) und SNC haben am 14. Oktober 2025 eine zehnjährige Servicevereinbarung unterzeichnet, um zwei Bombardier Global 6500-Flugzeuge mit SNCs RAPCON-X-Technologie zu unterstützen. Der Vertrag umfasst logistische Unterstützung im Rahmen von Bombardier Smart Services Defense, einschließlich Ersatzteilen, Versand, technischen Publikationen und 24/7-Kundensupport-Zentrale, mit vorher festgelegter Kostenabdeckung nach einem Modell Kosten pro Flugstunde. SNC wird die beiden COCO-Flugzeuge für einen US-Militärkunden betreiben. RAPCON-X ist konfigurierbar für SIGINT, EO-Aufklärung und Signaturen beweglicher Ziele am Boden und verwendet die SNC TRAX-Software für die Schlachtfeldkonnektivität.
ديفينس بومباردييه (BDRBF) و
Bombardier Defense (BDRBF) 与 SNC 于 2025 年 10 月 14 日签署了一份为期 10 年的服务协议，以支持两架配备 SNC 的 RAPCON-X 技术的 Bombardier Global 6500 航空器。合同在 Bombardier Smart Services Defense 框架内提供物流支持，包括备件、运输、技术出版物，以及 24/7 的客户响应中心访问，并按飞行小时成本模型提供预定成本覆盖。SNC 将为一名美国军事客户运营这两架 COCO 航空器。RAPCON-X 可配置用于 SIGINT、EO 侦察以及地面移动目标信号，并使用 SNC 的 TRAX 软件实现战场连接。
- 10-year service agreement signed on Oct. 14, 2025
- Support covers two Bombardier Global 6500 aircraft
- Agreement includes Bombardier Smart Services Defense cost-per-flight-hour model
- Includes 24/7 Customer Response Centre and logistical support
- RAPCON-X supports SIGINT, EO reconnaissance and GMTI collection
- Agreement scope limited to two aircraft, constraining near-term revenue scale
- Agreement covers two Bombardier Global 6500 aircraft – equipped with SNC’s RAPCON-X® technology – that SNC owns and operates for a U.S. military customer
- SNC will benefit from the Bombardier Smart Services Defense program, which allows for predictable and transparent operating costs
WASHINGTON, Oct. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bombardier Defense and global aerospace leader SNC have signed a 10-year service agreement for two Bombardier Global 6500 aircraft equipped with SNC’s RAPCON-X technology.
This agreement is especially designed to reduce costs for operators whose annual aircraft usage significantly exceeds industry averages. Smart Services Defense will cover the cost of logistical support for the aircraft, including spare parts, shipping, technical publications and technical support, as well as access to Bombardier’s 24/7 Customer Response Centre.
Under the agreement, Bombardier will cover predetermined costs for SNC, which operates the two COCO (contractor-owned, contractor-operated) aircraft for a U.S. military customer.
“Bombardier Defense offers much more than top-performing aircraft,” said Guillaume Landrivon, Vice President, Support & Services, Bombardier Defense. “Our tailored service packages allow for predictable and transparent operating costs. This is especially useful for aircraft flying high-utilization missions for government customers.”
Josh Walsh, vice president of programs at SNC, emphasized the strong relationship with Bombardier Defense, stating, “Our collaboration with Bombardier Defense is exceptional. With the signing of this agreement, we are committed to providing the predictability, transparency and reliability our customers depend on to remain prepared at all times. This agreement not only allows us to mitigate risk but also adds significant value for our customers and the U.S. taxpayer.”
Designed using model-based systems engineering (MBSE), Tim Harper, SNC vice president of business development, explained, “RAPCON-X is a rapidly configurable aircraft solution that we can swiftly adapt to specific missions by switching out on-board equipment to match tactical needs. Its baseline configuration allows the aircraft to collect and process SIGINT, EO reconnaissance and ground moving-target signatures. It also includes SNC TRAX® software that connects RAPCON-X with all net-enabled platforms across the battlefield.”
SNC’s family-of-systems approach also allows the company to apply its scalable RAPCON-X design to other types of Bombardier aircraft, including the Challenger 650.
The Bombardier Smart Services Defense cost-per-flight-hour program, which packages multiple services under one program, is a unique offering in the industry, a predetermined-rate model that shields operators from unexpected maintenance expenses while delivering the full advantage of Bombardier’s OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) expertise and support.
With top rankings in both Aviation International News and ProPilot Product Support surveys, Bombardier continues to set the benchmark for easy, industry-leading service.
The Bombardier Global 6500 aircraft is the go-to choice for the most demanding specialized missions around the world. Governments, militaries and operators choose this aircraft for its ideal combination of performance, reliability and flexibility, and because it is highly adaptable to outer mold line (OML) manipulation. The Global 6500 aircraft has class-leading power for mission equipment, over 18 hours of endurance, advantageous maintenance intervals and ample cabin space for workstations, patient transport and mission equipment.
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 relationships 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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About SNC
SNC is a trusted global leader in aerospace and national security. Our innovative solutions enable connected protection through command, control and communications systems, as well as ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and other high capabilities for national security systems across all domains – sea, land, air, space and cyber. As a longstanding leader in defense technology, SNC is at the optimum intersection of commercial, defense and non-traditional contractors. We are one of the only privately owned mid-tier A&D contractors and we pride ourselves on our ability to invest early and often to ensure mission success on or ahead of schedule. It’s part of our mission to always stay one step ahead; working on solutions today to solve the problems of tomorrow. Founded in 1963, SNC is owned by Chairwoman Eren Ozmen and CEO Fatih Ozmen. For more information, visit sncorp.com.
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