Overview
The Bombardier Challenger 350, in production since 2014, has earned its position as the best-selling super-midsize jet through a combination of cabin width, reliability, and operating economics. Based on the proven CL-300 platform but with significant upgrades, the Challenger 350 offers a cabin that is wider than any competitor in its class at 2.19 m.
The Challenger 350 is the go-to choice for corporate flight departments and charter operators who value wide-body comfort, predictable maintenance costs, and one of the highest dispatch reliability rates in business aviation.
Specifications
| Passengers | 10 (typical: 8-9) |
| Range | 5,926 km (3,200 nm) |
| Max Speed | 870 km/h (Mach 0.83) |
| Long-Range Cruise | 828 km/h (Mach 0.80) |
| Max Altitude | 45,000 ft |
| Takeoff Distance | 1,473 m |
| Landing Distance | 744 m |
| Engines | 2x Honeywell HTF7350 (7,323 lbf each) |
| Cabin Length | 8.72 m |
| Cabin Width | 2.19 m |
| Cabin Height | 1.83 m |
| Baggage Volume | 3.23 m3 |
| Avionics | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line 21 Advanced) |
Cabin Layout
The Challenger 350 cabin is 2.19 m wide with a flat floor and 1.83 m stand-up height. Standard configuration includes an eight-seat double-club layout with tracking seats, a full-width aft lavatory, and a forward galley. The cabin also features a wireless cabin management system, Ka-band Wi-Fi, and LED mood lighting.
The wide cross-section allows for wider seats with more shoulder room than competing super-midsize jets, making it particularly comfortable for larger passengers or those who prefer generous personal space.
Pricing
Charter
Hourly rate: from €6,000
Sample routes:
- London — Moscow: ~€24,000
- Paris — Istanbul: ~€21,000
- Geneva — Dubai: ~€36,000
Purchase
New: from $27M
Pre-owned (2018+): from $18M
Annual budget: ~$2.2M (400 hrs)
Fuel burn: ~1,050 kg/h
Competitors
The Challenger 350 competes with the Gulfstream G280 (longer range but narrower cabin), Citation Longitude (quieter cabin), and Embraer Praetor 600 (fly-by-wire, longer range). The Challenger 350's key advantage remains its cabin width and proven dispatch reliability.
