In Kansas, a Global 6000 jet intended for the German Air Force is currently being converted into a reconnaissance aircraft. It is the first of three units being converted by Bombardier Defense and Lufthansa Technik as part of Germany's Pegasus program.

Bombardier will now make extensive structural modifications to enable the jet to accommodate a Kalætron Integral (SIGINT) signals intelligence system developed by German sensor specialist Hensoldt. As soon as the modifications are completed, the aircraft will be transferred to the Lufthansa Technik headquarters in Hamburg, where the reconnaissance system for detecting and analyzing military signals from radar and radio systems will be installed.

“This latest milestone is a testament to the quality of Bombardier jets for both VIP transport and special operations. Bombardier Defense has a full range of mission-specific design, manufacturing and certification capabilities that, combined with Lufthansa Technik's expertise, ensure HENSOLDT has a reliable, high-performance platform that is perfectly tailored to the mission requirements and payload." Steve Patrick, Vice President of Bombardier Defense.