Mitsubishi Heavy aerospace and Bombardier are in talks over the potential outright sale or acquisition of a stake in the Canadian aircraft manufacturer 's regional jet programme . A deal would allow Mitsubishi to develop its own regional jet project , which has suffered from delays and a lack of a customer service network for spare parts and maintenance . However , Bombardier said there is " no assurance " a deal will be struck . The brothers are currently involved in a legal dispute , in which Bombardier has accused Mitsubishi of obtaining confidential documents regarding aircraft certification , while jet has accused Bombardier of anti - competitive behaviour .
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Bombardier are in talks over the potential outright acquisition or purchase of a stake in the Canadian aircraft manufacturer's regional jet programme. A deal would allow Mitsubishi to resume its own regional jet project, which has suffered from delays and a lack of a customer service network for spare parts and maintenance. However, Bombardier said there is "no assurance" a deal will be struck. The companies are currently involved in a legal dispute, in which Bombardier has accused Mitsubishi of obtaining confidential documents regarding aircraft certification, while Mitsubishi has accused Bombardier of anti-competitive behaviour.