Bombardier Challenger 3500
Super-Midsize Jet
Bombardier

Bombardier Challenger 3500

$ 4,483
Variable Cost/hr
3400
Range (NM)
420
Cruise (kts)
Estimated Annual Budget
$1,721,813
Based on 325 flight hours per year

Aircraft Specifications

Seating
2 / 9
Crew / Passengers
Range (Full)
3400 NM
3912.72 SM
Normal Cruise
420 kts
483 mph
Avg. Pre-Owned
$ 26,087,500
Cost Per NM
$ 9.74
Fuel Burn
282 gal/hr
Cabin Height
6' 1"
Cabin Width
7' 2"
Cabin Length
25' 2"
Interior Volume
1107 ft³
Takeoff Distance
5100 ft
Landing Distance
2700 ft

Sample Budget Comparison

Annual Owner Hours 200 hours/year 325 hours/year
Mileage84,000 NM136,500 NM
Fuel Cost$ 352,500$ 572,813
Total Fixed Cost$ 265,000$ 265,000
Total Variable Cost$ 896,500$ 1,456,813
Total Hourly Cost$ 5,808$ 5,298

About This Aircraft

The Bombardier Challenger 3500 has a variable operating cost of $4,330 per hour. It provides a range of 3,300 nautical miles and cruises at a normal speed of 460 knots (529 mph), with an average fuel burn of 282 gallons per hour. The cabin of the Bombardier Challenger 3500 measures 6'1" high, 7'2" wide, and 28'7" long, delivering a spacious 1,256 cubic feet of interior volume. Accommodating up to 10 passengers, it features a redesigned, ultra-modern environment. As the first business jet in its class to offer autothrottle and voice-controlled cabin technology, it enhances both operational efficiency and passenger comfort. Requiring 5,100 feet for takeoff and 2,700 feet for landing, the Challenger 3500 is capable of accessing a wide variety of airports, including those with shorter runways, while delivering exceptional performance and advanced onboard innovation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it cost to operate a Bombardier Challenger 3500 per hour?
The Bombardier Challenger 3500 has a variable operating cost of $ 4,483. This includes fuel burn of approximately 282 gallons per hour, maintenance reserves, and other variable expenses. The total hourly cost — including fixed costs — ranges from $ 5,298/hr at 325 annual hours to $ 5,808/hr at 200 annual hours.
What is the annual budget to own and operate a Bombardier Challenger 3500?
The estimated annual budget for a Bombardier Challenger 3500 is $1,721,813 based on 325 flight hours per year. This includes fixed costs and variable costs for fuel, maintenance, and landing fees.
What is the range of the Bombardier Challenger 3500?
The Bombardier Challenger 3500 has a maximum range of 3400 NM (3913 SM) with a full passenger load. This enables nonstop flights from New York to Los Angeles, or London to Dubai, making it a capable coast-to-coast and transatlantic performer in the super-midsize jet category.
What is the average pre-owned price of a Bombardier Challenger 3500?
The average pre-owned market price for a Bombardier Challenger 3500 is approximately $ 26,087,500. Actual pricing varies based on airframe hours, engine program enrollment (JSSI, MSP Gold, or ESP), maintenance status, avionics upgrades, connectivity (Gogo AVANCE, Ka-band, Starlink), and cabin condition. AviaCost provides real-time market analysis to help evaluate individual aircraft.
How does the Bombardier Challenger 3500 compare to other super-midsize jets?
The Bombardier Challenger 3500 competes with other aircraft in the Super-Midsize Jet segment. Its $ 4,483/hr variable cost is competitive in the segment, and it offers a particularly spacious cabin (6' 1" high × 7' 2" wide × 25' 2" long). AviaCost lets you compare up to 5 aircraft side-by-side across 12 cost calculators to find the best fit for your mission profile and budget.
What cabin dimensions does the Bombardier Challenger 3500 offer?
The Bombardier Challenger 3500 cabin measures 6' 1" high × 7' 2" wide × 25' 2" long, with a total interior volume of 1107 cubic feet. It seats up to 9 passengers in a typical configuration with a 2-crew cockpit, and requires 5100 feet of runway for takeoff and 2700 feet for landing.

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