My guess is that Bombardier is involved. Interesting that they are mentioned nowhere and have possibly decided to remain in the sideline. Wonder why?
Maybe lack of confidence in the project? Maybe still gun shy after Flex Jet Europe? Both?.
Don't know much about the Lear 60. Think its nice piece of kit but with some considerable limitations, mainly runway performance. I think that it hasn't sold very well and Bombardier probably is willing to make some good "internal" deals on it. I am quite sure it's much easyer to get your hands on a new 60 than other similar types. Unlike other manufacturers, I get the feeling that Bombardier has more production capability than demand for the 60.
If it works, this could be a cushi deal for both partyes.
Surprising though that they" ordered "110 of the same type. Fleet commonality is good, but some clients might only need or be able to afford a lear 40, and others might want a 300, 605 or Global.
What seems clear is that it will be Bombardier Aircraft. The one that has been left out by Net Jets.
By the way, anyone know what pay and conditions will be?