Challenger 300 Specifications & Booking

Manufacturer: Bombardier
Manufactured Country: Canada
Seats: 9
Crew: 2
Range: 3567 mi (5741 km)
Price Per Hour: $5,186
Maximum Speed: 541 mph(870 km/h)
Cruise Speed: 528 mph (850 km/h)
Service ceiling: 45,000 ft
Rate of climb: 5000 fpm
Length: 68.63 ft
Height: 20.33 ft
Wingspan: 63.84 ft
Baggage Capacity: 12 bags (Width: 45cm/18in Height: 67cm/16in)
The Bombardier Challenger 300 originated from Bombardier in Canada with production of the Bombardier Challenger 300 starting in 2001. It is used in various roles including executive transport and freight. It continues to set industry benchmarks with its cutting-edge features and superior performance.

Available Empty Leg Flights on the Challenger 300

From:
Washington, Dulles International (IAD), DC, US
To:
Phoenix, Sky Harbor International (PHX), AZ, US
Departure date:
03.04.2025
Aircraft:
Challenger 300
Capacity:
9
$25,305
Distance between IAD - PHX:
1956 mi (3148 km)
Estimated flight duration:
3 hours : 42 minutes
Cost per person:
$2811.69
Cost per hour:
$6832.82
From:
Van Nuys, Van Nuys Airport (VNY), CA, US
To:
Phoenix, Mesa-Gateway (IWA), AZ, US
Departure date:
03.04.2025
Aircraft:
Challenger 300
Capacity:
9
$5,658
Distance between VNY - IWA:
6027 mi (9700 km)
Estimated flight duration:
11 hours : 24 minutes
Cost per person:
$628.71
Cost per hour:
$495.83
From:
Sarasota, Bradenton International (SRQ), FL, US
To:
Buffalo, Niagara International (BUF), NY, US
Departure date:
03.04.2025
Aircraft:
Challenger 300
Capacity:
8
$19,660
Distance between SRQ - BUF:
1091 mi (1756 km)
Estimated flight duration:
2 hours : 3 minutes
Cost per person:
$2457.54
Cost per hour:
$9519.3
From:
Miami, Opa-locka Executive (OPF), FL, US
To:
Denver, Centennial (APA), CO, US
Departure date:
03.04.2025
Aircraft:
Challenger 300
Capacity:
9
$27,163
Distance between OPF - APA:
1715 mi (2760 km)
Estimated flight duration:
3 hours : 14 minutes
Cost per person:
$3018.14
Cost per hour:
$8366.88
From:
Milwaukee, General Mitchell International (MKE), WI, US
To:
Heber, Heber Valley Airport (HCR), UT, US
Departure date:
04.04.2025
Aircraft:
Challenger 300
Capacity:
9
$14,067
Distance between MKE - HCR:
3095 mi (4981 km)
Estimated flight duration:
5 hours : 51 minutes
Cost per person:
$1562.96
Cost per hour:
$2400.5
From:
White Plains, Westchester County (HPN), NY, US
To:
Cleburne, Municipal (CPT), TX, US
Departure date:
04.04.2025
Aircraft:
Challenger 300
Capacity:
9
$18,078
Distance between HPN - CPT:
7816 mi (12579 km)
Estimated flight duration:
14 hours : 47 minutes
Cost per person:
$2008.66
Cost per hour:
$1221.63
From:
Bedford, Laurence G Hanscom Field (BED), MA, US
To:
Long Beach, Daugherty Field/ (LGB), CA, US
Departure date:
07.04.2025
Aircraft:
Challenger 300
Capacity:
8
$39,385
Distance between BED - LGB:
2583 mi (4158 km)
Estimated flight duration:
4 hours : 53 minutes
Cost per person:
$4923.16
Cost per hour:
$8051.87
From:
Teterboro, Teterboro Airport (TEB), NJ, US
To:
Toronto, Lester B. Pearson International (YYZ), ON, CA
Departure date:
07.04.2025
Aircraft:
Challenger 300
Capacity:
9
$5,644
Distance between TEB - YYZ:
345 mi (555 km)
Estimated flight duration:
0 hours : 39 minutes
Cost per person:
$627.08
Cost per hour:
$8649.18
From:
Jacksonville, Jacksonville International Airport (JAX), FL, US
To:
Miami, Opa-locka Executive (OPF), FL, US
Departure date:
09.04.2025
Aircraft:
Challenger 300
Capacity:
9
$5,079
Distance between JAX - OPF:
318 mi (511 km)
Estimated flight duration:
0 hours : 36 minutes
Cost per person:
$564.32
Cost per hour:
$8448.03
From:
Savannah, Hilton Head International (SAV), GA, US
To:
Miami, Opa-locka Executive (OPF), FL, US
Departure date:
09.04.2025
Aircraft:
Challenger 300
Capacity:
8
$13,563
Distance between SAV - OPF:
430 mi (692 km)
Estimated flight duration:
0 hours : 48 minutes
Cost per person:
$1695.34
Cost per hour:
$16651.35
From:
Palma, De Mallorca (PMI), ES
To:
Frankfurt, am Main International (FRA), DE
Departure date:
16.04.2025
Aircraft:
Challenger 300
Capacity:
8
$9,295
Distance between PMI - FRA:
780 mi (1255 km)
Estimated flight duration:
1 hours : 28 minutes
Cost per person:
$1161.9
Cost per hour:
$6296.08
From:
Providenciales Is., Providenciales (PLS), TC
To:
Miami, Opa-locka Executive (OPF), FL, US
Departure date:
16.04.2025
Aircraft:
Challenger 300
Capacity:
9
$8,398
Distance between PLS - OPF:
581 mi (936 km)
Estimated flight duration:
1 hours : 6 minutes
Cost per person:
$933.16
Cost per hour:
$7629.75
From:
Hamilton, L.F. Wade International International (BDA), BM
To:
Teterboro, Teterboro Airport (TEB), NJ, US
Departure date:
16.04.2025
Aircraft:
Challenger 300
Capacity:
9
$10,499
Distance between BDA - TEB:
783 mi (1261 km)
Estimated flight duration:
1 hours : 29 minutes
Cost per person:
$1166.59
Cost per hour:
$7078.07
From:
Teterboro, Teterboro Airport (TEB), NJ, US
To:
Cancun, Cancún International (CUN), MX
Departure date:
17.04.2025
Aircraft:
Challenger 300
Capacity:
9
$6,837
Distance between TEB - CUN:
1562 mi (2513 km)
Estimated flight duration:
2 hours : 57 minutes
Cost per person:
$759.65
Cost per hour:
$2312.44
From:
Burbank, Bob Hope (BUR), CA, US
To:
Cancun, Cancún International (CUN), MX
Departure date:
18.04.2025
Aircraft:
Challenger 300
Capacity:
9
$24,171
Distance between BUR - CUN:
2120 mi (3411 km)
Estimated flight duration:
4 hours : 0 minutes
Cost per person:
$2685.63
Cost per hour:
$6023.09

Overview of the Challenger 300

The Challenger 300 is a business jet manufactured by Bombardier Aerospace. This super mid-size jet is designed for corporate transport, charter operations, and private use. The Challenger 300 made its first flight on November 11, 2000, and received type certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in December 2001.

Technical Specifications

The Challenger 300 has the following technical specifications:

  • Dimensions:
    • Length: 63.3 ft (19.28 m)
    • Wingspan: 62.8 ft (19.13 m)
  • Weight:
    • Empty weight: 31,000 lb (14,061 kg)
    • Maximum takeoff weight: 51,500 lb (23,362 kg)
  • Engines:
    • Type: Honeywell TFE731-40C
    • Thrust: 6,000 lbf (26.72 kN) each
    • Fuel efficiency: 0.47 lb/(nm/lb)
  • Performance:
    • Maximum speed: Mach 0.81 (550 kt or 966 km/h)
    • Range: 3,000 nm (5,556 km) at M0.75
    • Cruising altitude: FL410 (41,000 ft or 12,496 m)
  • Capacity:
    • Passengers: 8-10
    • Cargo capacity: 1,500 lb (680 kg)
    • Crew: 2

Design and Features

The Challenger 300 features a unique design with a distinctive fuselage shape and a high-aspect-ratio wing. It has a large cabin with a flat floor, allowing for comfortable seating and ample storage space. The aircraft also includes advanced avionics, including a Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 glass cockpit.

History and Development

The Challenger 300 is the third generation of Bombardier's Challenger family of business jets. It was designed to be more efficient, quieter, and more comfortable than its predecessors. Key milestones in the aircraft's development include:

  • First flight: November 11, 2000
  • Certification: December 2001
  • Entry into service: Early 2003

Operational Use

The Challenger 300 is used by various airlines and organizations for corporate transport, charter operations, and private use. Some notable operators include:

  • Airline operators: Flexjet, Jet Linx Aviation, and NetJets Europe
  • Charter operators: Air Charter Service, GlobeAir, and ExecuJet
  • Private owners: Various high-net-worth individuals and families

Interesting Facts

Here are three interesting facts about the Challenger 300:

  • The Challenger 300 features a unique "rear-loads" baggage compartment, allowing for more efficient loading and unloading of cargo.
  • The aircraft has a maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) that allows it to fly out of airports with shorter runways, making it suitable for operations in mountainous regions or at high-altitude airports.
  • The Challenger 300 has been used for various record-breaking flights, including the first non-stop transatlantic flight by a business jet in 2004.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Challenger 300 unique?

The Challenger 300 is unique due to its combination of high-performance capabilities, comfort, and reliability. Its advanced avionics system, spacious cabin, and efficient engines make it an attractive option for corporate transport and charter operations.

How much does the Challenger 300 cost?

The price of a new Challenger 300 can range from $18 million to over $20 million, depending on the configuration and customization. Used aircraft prices vary widely depending on their condition, age, and maintenance status.

What is the range of the Challenger 300?

The Challenger 300 has a maximum range of approximately 3,000 nm (5,556 km) at M0.75. This makes it suitable for transcontinental flights or operations in regions with long distances between airports.

Which airlines operate the Challenger 300?

The Challenger 300 is operated by various airlines and charter operators worldwide, including Flexjet, Jet Linx Aviation, NetJets Europe, Air Charter Service, GlobeAir, and ExecuJet, among others. These operators value the aircraft's reliability, comfort, and performance.

Is the Challenger 300 still in production?

No, the Challenger 300 is no longer in production. Bombardier Aerospace has since replaced it with newer models, such as the Challenger 350 and Challenger 650. However, used Challenger 300 aircraft remain popular for their performance, comfort, and value.