Bombardier Challenger 3500

The Challenger 300 series includes some of the most prominent super-midsize aircraft in the industry. Bombardier first began development of the original aircraft, the Challenger 300, in the late 1990s. The first Challenger 300 was introduced in January 2004.

Over the years, Bombardier has introduced several upgrades to the aircraft, ensuring that the variant remains a popular choice in the market. The latest variant, the Challenger 3500, was announced in September 2021, before being entered into service the following year.

The Challenger 3500 utilizes a cabin that is 6.08 feet high, 7.17 feet wide, and 23.7 feet long. Typically, the cabin is configured to seat eight passengers. However, a three-seat divan can replace two club seats in the aft cabin, increasing the aircraft’s capacity to nine passengers.

Two Honeywell HTF7350 turbofan engines power the Challenger 3500, each providing over 7,000 pounds of thrust. These powerful engines help the aircraft achieve a maximum cruise speed of Mach 0.83 and achieve a range of 3,400 nautical miles.

The price for a new Challenger 3500 is approximately $27 million to $30 million. The used market is much more limited, especially as the aircraft was recently entered into service. However, some older models are generally advertised at around $25 million.