Bombardier Defense strengthens Aero-Dienst/ADAC partnership with second medevac Challenger 650

Aero-Dienst GmbH, a 100% subsidiary of Allgemeiner Deutscher Automobil-Club (ADAC SE), is adding a second Bombardier Challenger 650 aircraft to its fleet.

The aircraft will be configured for dedicated Aero-Dienst medevac operations and will support ADAC’s global patient repatriation and air ambulance services.

This latest addition builds on the strong partnership between Bombardier Defense and Aero-Dienst/ADAC, further strengthening their shared commitment to delivering world-class medical transport solutions.

“The addition of a second Bombardier Challenger 650 aircraft by Aero-Dienst underscores the confidence operators place in our platform’s reliability, performance and adaptability for critical missions,” said Michael Anckner, Vice President, Worldwide Defense Sales, Bombardier Defense.

“Our Challenger 650 aircraft continues to set the benchmark for medevac operations, offering the range, cabin space and operational flexibility required to respond rapidly and effectively to emergencies around the world. We are proud to continue supporting ADAC in their vital mission.”

Dr. Oliver Kosing, Managing Director of Aero-Dienst, added: “Aero-Dienst, with its extensive experience in ambulance operations for ADAC, is looking forward to introducing the second Bombardier Challenger 650 aircraft under our AOC. The Challenger 650 aircraft is ideally suited to our operational requirements.”

He emphasized in particular its advanced intensive care equipment, as well as the spacious cabin with stand-up height, enabling optimal in-flight medical care.

“When ADAC members travel, they travel with the confidence that should anything happen, they have access to one of Europe's leading air ambulance services,” said Marc Kottmann, Board Member of ADAC Versicherung AG. “That is not a claim we make lightly; it is the result of more than 50 years of expertise, thousands of missions, and a relentless focus on quality. Adding a second Challenger 650 is our commitment to keeping that standard not just intact, but ahead.”

The Bombardier Challenger 605/650 platform has a demonstrated dispatch reliability that exceeds 99.9%, making it a leading choice for air ambulance and medical evacuation operations. The Challenger 650 aircraft’s wide cabin and large passenger door enable efficient loading and accommodation of up to four stretchers, while providing a comfortable and stable environment for patients and medical personnel. Challenger 650 aircraft have a range of approximately 4,000 nm (7,408 km), and outstanding short-field performance.

Bombardier Defense has a longstanding presence in Germany, including decades with the Luftwaffe, which today operates Global aircraft for medevac and Head of State transport. Bombardier is well-established in the country, with a Service Centre in Berlin and a Parts Distribution Centre in Frankfurt. Bombardier benefits from more than 150 German suppliers, including Rolls Royce, Diehl and Lufthansa Technik.

BlueSky Business Aviation News | 11th June 2026 | Issue #846