N118MJ2007 Bombardier Global Express XRS

Overview

This article covers airframe N118MJ, a production example of the Bombardier BD-700-1A10 Global Express XRS built by Bombardier Inc. in 2007 with manufacturer serial number 9253. The aircraft is registered in the US and is recorded as owned by TVPX Aircraft Solutions Inc Trustee of North Salt Lake, UT, US; this ownership is the principal registry entry associated with the airframe. Notable registry actions beyond the current owner are not published in the supplied data.

Operations & Cabin

The subject airframe is configured with 23 seats, consistent with high-capacity executive or charter layouts for the Global Express XRS platform; specific internal arrangements or finish details for this hull are not published. Avionics fitments are reported as Rockwell Collins Pro Line, with operator- and variant-dependent installations noted, so the exact suite on N118MJ may vary from other examples. Typical mission profiles for this airframe type include long-range intercontinental executive transport and high-speed charter flights; with a 6,500 nm range and 488 kt cruise, the aircraft is capable of non-stop transoceanic sectors. Base of operations is aligned with the owner's location in North Salt Lake, UT, US, but no specific operator schedule or maintenance history for this registration is provided.

Model & Market Context

The Bombardier BD-700-1A10 Global Express XRS occupies the long-range business jet niche, offering transoceanic capability, high cruise speed and a 51,000 ft service ceiling. Competing models in the same market window include variants of the Gulfstream G450/G550 family and late-generation large-cabin jets from Dassault and Airbus corporate divisions. Buyer and charter demand for this class is driven by range, cabin size and avionics capability; resale and maintenance considerations for a 2007 airframe such as N118MJ generally focus on engine life limits, avionics upgrades (given the operator-dependent Pro Line fits) and market depreciation reflected in the listed valuation.