Bombardier inks new CSeries order, 1Q results surpass expectations

After growing apprehension among analysts and lessors about the dearth of orders for the new 100 to 145-seat Bombardier CSeries, the company inked a deal with Braathens Leasing for five each of the CS100 and CS300 series aircraft. It has also optioned 10 more with the aircraft destined for sister company Malmö Aviation.