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Bombardier Challenger 600

Bombardier · CL60

Challenger 600 series, the large-cabin business jet. Also serves as a special mission platform for several governments.

A twin-engine jet in the large category. Cruises at Mach 0.75. Climbs well at 4,500 fpm.

2x JetLargeRECAT EFL410 ceilingILS capable

Bombardier Challenger 600

Photo: Aktug Ates · GFDL 1.2 · Wikimedia Commons

Performance

ParameterValue
Engines2 x Jet
Weight classLarge (L)
RECAT-EU categoryE (Lower medium)
Service ceiling41,000 ft (FL410)
Max climb rate4,500 fpm
Max descent rate3,000 fpm

Speed envelope

Speeds are approximate true airspeed (TAS). At cruise altitude, the Mach number is the governing limit where shown.

ParameterValue
Minimum speed110 kts
Landing speed130 kts
Cruise speedM0.75 (~460 kts TAS)
Maximum speed~478 kts TAS

Runway requirements

Field lengths used in the simulation for takeoff/landing calculations.

ParameterValue
Takeoff field length10,937 ft / 1.80 nm / 3,334 m
Landing field length6,380 ft / 1.05 nm / 1,945 m

Equipment

CapabilityStatus
ILS approachesYes
Fix navigationYes
SRS category3
LAHSO category8

Where you'll see it

The Bombardier Challenger 600 is a business jet that operates worldwide. You'll see corporate traffic like this in most center and approach airspaces, often requesting direct routing and higher altitudes.


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