Bombardier cutting 2,500 aviation jobs as COVID-19 hits jet demand GlobeBusiness
A Bombardier Global 6500 business jet displayed at the National Business Aviation Association exhibition in Las Vegas on Oct. 21, 2019.Bombardier Inc. is laying off 2,500 people in its aviation division, including about 1,900 people in Toronto and Quebec, as the Montreal-based transportation company slashes jobs in anticipation of reduced demand for business jets.
The layoffs will take place through 2020, subject to notice periods. Bombardier said it will take a $40-million charge as a result. Bombardier Aviation employs 22,000 worldwide – including 12,500 in Canada – making Learjets, Challenger and Global business jets, which seat fewer than 20 people.
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