Kuwait media boss takes delivery of Challenger aircraft

Kuwaiti media mogul Ahmed Al Jarallah, owner of the Arab Times and Dar Al Seyassah newspapers has taken delivery of a Challenger 605 aircraft this week from Bombardier .
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The aircraft will be operated and managerd by Gulf Wings in Sharjah and is the fourth Challenger aircraft in their fleet.

“We are delighted to welcome Mr. Al Jarallah to the Bombardier family and applaud his

selection of the Challenger 605 jet,” said Bob Horner, Senior Vice President, Sales,

Bombardier Business Aircraft. “This aircraft is perfectly suited for travel within the Middle East,

while providing non-stop access to both Europe and Asia.”

Speaking at the handover Jarallah said: “After long consideration, we chose the Challenger 605 jet for its spacious cabin, luxurious interior and its long-range capabilities in linking key cities, such as Kuwait City to Casablanca,”

Bombardier's Challenger 605 and Challenger 600 Series jets lead the large aircraft segment in

the Middle East with a market share of 73 per cent