Overview
The Bombardier Challenger 650 is the latest evolution of the legendary CL-600 platform, which has been in production since 1980 — one of the longest production runs in business aviation. The Challenger 650 brings modern avionics, enhanced cabin management, and the latest interior options to a platform renowned for its wide-body cabin and rock-solid reliability.
With a cabin width of 2.41 m — wider than competing heavy jets from Gulfstream and Dassault — the Challenger 650 offers three-zone comfort with sleeping capability for long-range flights up to 7,408 km. It bridges the gap between super-midsize jets and ultra-long-range aircraft.
Specifications
| Passengers | 12 (typical: 10) |
| Range | 7,408 km (4,000 nm) |
| Max Speed | 870 km/h (Mach 0.82) |
| Long-Range Cruise | 819 km/h (Mach 0.77) |
| Max Altitude | 41,000 ft |
| Takeoff Distance | 1,724 m |
| Landing Distance | 846 m |
| Engines | 2x GE CF34-3B (9,220 lbf each) |
| Cabin Length | 8.66 m |
| Cabin Width | 2.41 m |
| Cabin Height | 1.85 m |
| Baggage Volume | 3.51 m3 |
| Avionics | Bombardier Vision (Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced) |
Cabin Layout
The Challenger 650 cabin at 2.41 m wide offers the most generous cross-section in the heavy jet category. The three-zone layout typically features a forward four-seat club, a mid-cabin four-seat conference group, and an aft three-seat divan that converts to a flat bed. A full galley and enclosed lavatory with vanity mirror complete the amenities.
Ka-band satellite Wi-Fi provides high-speed internet throughout the flight, and the Bombardier cabin management system with individual seat controls allows passengers to customize lighting, temperature, and entertainment.
Pricing
Charter
Hourly rate: from €6,800
Sample routes:
- London — Dubai: ~��44,000
- Paris — New York: ~€52,000
- Geneva — Riyadh: ~€37,000
Purchase
New: from $32M
Pre-owned (2017+): from $20M
Annual budget: ~$2.6M (400 hrs)
Fuel burn: ~1,250 kg/h
