New Noise-Reducing Aircraft Test Facility Coming to Toronto Pearson

“BDI is honoured to have been selected for this project. We have a long history with Bombardier, and we appreciate that our experience and expertise in the field of aircraft acoustics and aerodynamics was a driving factor in our selection.

“The aerodynamic challenges of ground running engines at takeoff power while the aircraft is static requires a facility with enormously sophisticated features to control airflow. The Bombardier GRE will include a number of patented technologies, including our VertiVent design. We have previously constructed three GRE facilities in Canada, most recently at the Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. We're excited that more residents of greater Toronto area will benefit from our noise-reducing technology.”

“BDI's engineers worked closely with Bombardier's airframe and powerplant teams to ensure that all design criteria were carefully considered and addressed. The result is a run-up facility that will provide a stable aerodynamic environment suitable for consistent testing of Global aircraft in a wise variety of wind conditions with, of course, an emphasis on acoustics that will benefit the community surrounding the airport.”