BEVS for Challenger 605 Jet Receives FAA Certification

• 'This certification is great news for Challenger 605 aircraft operators in North America'

(Montreal, December 10, 2009) -- Bombardier Aerospace today announced that the Bombardier Enhanced Vision System (BEVS) and Head-up Display (HUD) for the Challenger 605 jet has received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification.

BEVS provides pilots with significantly improved situational awareness and the ability to observe runway lights and the runway environment in difficult operating conditions, such as low visibility and or darkness. BEVS also enhances safety by helping to identify runway incursions.


"This certification is great news for Challenger 605 aircraft operators in North America. Safety is a priority in our industry and the new BEVS will provide flight crews and passengers with a significantly increased level of safety in their operations," said Michel Ouellette, vice-president and general manager, Challenger, Bombardier Business Aircraft.

Source : Bombadier Aerospace