Global 5000 Operating Costs

The Bombardier Global 5000 is a high-performance, long-range business jet with substantial operating costs, reflecting its advanced capabilities and luxurious accommodations. Annually, operating costs range around $4,643,036 for 450 flight hours. These figures include both direct operating costs, $3,440,000, based on the same amount of hours, and fixed costs around $1,203,000 annually. Assuming an average charter rate of $11,000 per hour, chartering the aircraft for 200 hours per year would generate approximately $2,200,000 in revenue. This income can offset the annual operating costs, which include both fixed and variable expenses totaling around $4,643,036 per year​. Therefore, with 200 charter hours, the owner could cover nearly half of the annual operating expenses, reducing the net cost of ownership significantly.