![]() Between the Challenger 650 having a 99.9% dispatch rate, and the whole Challenger platform logging over 5 million flight hours – the 650 is one of the most dependable aircraft available. The main advantage of having a business jet is to be able to reach a destination quickly and easily – something which is made difficult with an unreliable aircraft. Although not the most exciting update, reducing preparation time for 12 meals can save a huge amount of time – a factor that most don’t consider – but becomes important when travelling.Ī width of 7ft 11in makes the 650’s cabin the largest in the super midsize market – 5 inches wider than the closest competition – a significant increase to passenger space, making the Challenger 650 the best choice with regards to cabin comfort. The cabin boats the largest bulkhead screens in the super mid-size market.īombardier have also revised the galley by fitting larger appliances in order to reduce the time needed for meal services by half. Interior features include a state of the art cabin management system, along with on-demand media access which can be viewed on the 24inch bulkhead screens. Options include divans, an extended lavatory (which doubles up as a full size changing room) and a four person conference table. Travellingīombardier has completely redesigned the cabin for the 650, with four different floor plans – seating up to 12 passengers. A combination of a long range and access to smaller airfields makes it a highly effective aircraft. Two GE CF34-3B MTO engines deliver a higher thrust rate (an extra 5% over previous Challenger 600 models) – which also reduces the takeoff field length needed and provides greater versatility.īombardier claims that the Challenger 650 is able to be certified for steep approaches – enabling access to airports such as London City. Its high speed cruise of 540mph/870kph/Mach 0.7 is faster than competition aircraft with the exception of the G280, and a maximum attitude of 41000ft means the aircraft can fly over bad weather. The Challenger 650 has a range of 4603mi/7408km/4000nm, further than the G280 and Embraer’s Legacy 650 – and far enough to connect key cities such as London and New York, Dubai and London, Singapore and Sydney. ![]() The 650 is a well-rounded aircraft, with few compromises being made between performance and a comfortable cabin. It was announced during NBAA 2014, with NetJets being the launch customer – ordering an impressive 75 650s. Although Bombardier market the Challenger 650 as a “large aircraft”, it is really a top end super-midsize jet. ![]() The Challenger 650 is the updated version of the Challenger 605, which also features a completely re-designed cabin over previous CL-600 platform aircraft. However some could argue if it isn’t broken – don’t fix it.īombardier is known for making some of the best business jets in the industry, despite speculation of their current financial position. A very capable jet, with the largest cabin in its class and excellent ownership prospects. ![]()
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