CHALLENGER 605
CHALLENGER 605
INFINITELY INTELLIGENT, DEFYING THE ORDINARY
INFINITELY INTELLIGENT, DEFYING THE ORDINARY
Major advances married with astonishing mission capabilities make Bombardier’s Challenger 605 aircraft an infinitely intelligent business asset. Built to meet every requirement faced by pilots and business leaders today, while offering the flexibility to address the new demands you face tomorrow, this aircraft is a nimble partner that helps you take your business to higher levels.
The efficient and reliable Challenger aircraft fleet has over 4.5 million flight hours, making this tried and true aircraft a highly-respected, all-around performer and an easy choice for business leaders who recognize great value. The aircraft’s cost efficiency matches that of an appreciably smaller jet, while offering the widest cabin space in all of business aviation.
Superior strength. Proud performance. This aircraft stays ahead of the competition, allowing corporate and government leaders to swiftly and effectively respond to time-sensitive demands the world over.

HIGHLIGHTS
- Evolution of the best-in-class business environment, offering the widest cabin in its class
- Latest-generation cockpit functionality and simplicity led by the Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 avionics suite
- Airliner maintainability, superior aircraft reliability
CHALLENGER PERFORMANCE
CHALLENGER PERFORMANCE
The Challenger 605 business jet boasts incomparable mission capabilities and offers an exceptional flight experience for 9-12 passengers. The high-speed cruise of Mach 0.82 speeds travelers to their destinations while the 4,000 nautical-mile (7,408 km) range lets them cross oceans and continental distances with unequalled ease and efficiency.
Constructed on a proven airframe, the aircraft's rugged systems and engines have been continually tested and refined. With over 25 years of dedication to excellence, this is a highly advanced jet with an outstanding legacy of reliability and dependability.
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ENGINES
POWERPLANTS
POWERPLANTS
- General Electric CF34-3B turbofans
- Thrust: 8,729 pounds (38.83 kN), at takeoff
- 9,220 pounds (41.0 kN) thrust APR
- Flat rating: ISA + 15°C (86°F)
The Challenger 605 aircraft is powered by two General Electric CF34-3B turbofan engines from the CF34 engine family that currently have over 80 million flight-hours. Combined with the proven Challenger aircraft airframe, these rugged, airliner-class powerplants set a new standard in corporate aviation for reliability and low maintenance costs. General Electric predicts the first unscheduled shop visit no sooner than 9,000 hours (on average), which is equivalent to 20 years of typical operation.
CHALLENGER DESIGN
CHALLENGER DESIGN
The Challenger 605 aircraft has a wide cabin designed to provide passengers more all-around comfort, convenience and connectivity. They not only have room to relax, they also have a space that encourages personal productivity and performance.
Designed to set new standards for all-around performance both inside and out, the Challenger 605 aircraft is an impressive intercontinental corporate jet with outstanding mission flexibility. Comfortable, peaceful and technologically complete, the Challenger 605 aircraft cabin offers more business, relaxation and HD entertainment flexibility than any other large business jet.
INTERIOR
GREATER COCKPIT COMFORT: EASE OF OPERATIONS
GREATER COCKPIT COMFORT: EASE OF OPERATIONS
The cockpit continues its ergonomic evolution, designed by pilots, for pilots. Its sheer spaciousness, new sharper lighting, and the capability of paperless electronic charts make the aircraft a great pleasure to fly. To further increase situational awareness, the Challenger 605 cockpit now features an optional Bombardier Enhanced Vision system and head-up display.
FULL-TIME CONNECTIVITY: FULL PRODUCTIVITY
FULL-TIME CONNECTIVITY: FULL PRODUCTIVITY
The Challenger 605 aircraft keeps you totally connected for maximum productivity. In addition to the Iridium Satcom system, the optional airborne office systems can be adapted to serve a variety of communications needs: Internet and email, and more.
ETHERNET-BASED A/V SYSTEM FOR COMPLETE VIEWING AND LISTENING PLEASURE
ETHERNET-BASED A/V SYSTEM FOR COMPLETE VIEWING AND LISTENING PLEASURE
To arrive at your destination rested and refreshed means taking time out from your working schedule to unwind. The state-of-the-art Ethernet-based airborne A/V system, which includes high-quality in-flight entertainment systems, make listening to Beethoven on the dual Blu-Ray Disc player, or watching a movie on either of the two 22” HD monitors, a real pleasure.
IMPROVED LAVATORY ERGONOMICS
IMPROVED LAVATORY ERGONOMICS
Small yet significant adjustments to size, angle and position of fixtures – from the cabinet, to the kick panel, to the vanity mirror – result in a more ergonomic area, and ultimately, a more comfortable flight.
LARGER, HIGHER WINDOWS: MORE LIGHT, BETTER VIEWING
LARGER, HIGHER WINDOWS: MORE LIGHT, BETTER VIEWING
Redesigned window reveals, along with 2-inch taller windows positioned 2.5 inches higher, allow for more natural light and greater viewing capability.
NEW GALLEY DESIGN: MORE SPACE, GREATER POSSIBILITIES
NEW GALLEY DESIGN: MORE SPACE, GREATER POSSIBILITIES
Both counter/work area and storage space have been expanded in the new galley. The modern and more functional design facilitates food and refreshment preparation that perfectly completes any business meeting or mission.
FLOOR PLAN
FLOOR PLAN
With the widest body of any large business jet, the Challenger 605 aircraft offers great flexibility for designing your work space. Choose from a selection of floor plans with various seating and lavatory arrangements to match your needs.
Executive Floor Plan 1
This ten-passenger configuration, with its extended passenger compartment, offers club seating in the forward compartment with a four-seat divan and two facing club seats in the aft compartment.
Executive Floor Plan 2
The optional four-seat divan increases this floor plan to a 12-passenger configuration, with club seating in the forward compartment and a four-seat divan facing a four-seat conference table grouping in the aft compartment.
Executive Floor Plan 3
This alternative ten-passenger configuration, with club seating in the forward compartment, offers a four-seat divan and two facing club seats in the aft compartment. An extended lavatory compartment also doubles as a full-size changing room.
Executive Floor Plan 4
This alternative 12-passenger configuration, with club seating in the forward compartment, offers a four-seat divan facing a four-seat conference table grouping in the aft compartment. An extended lavatory compartment also doubles as a full-size changing room.
You can further personalize the comforts of your flying boardroom with a large selection of technologically advanced optional equipment.
EXTERIOR
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DIMENSIONS
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DIMENSIONS
CHALLENGER TECHNOLOGY
CHALLENGER TECHNOLOGY
From advanced avionics to mature systems, the Challenger 605 aircraft is technology at its best, with dispatch reliability, airliner maintainability and operating costs that rival those of large jets.
More than 20 years of continual refinements as well as the experience gained from the Bombardier Regional Jet program are seen in every aspect of this superior aircraft.
Like today's modern airliners, Bombardier’s Challenger 605 aircraft provides the assurance of multiple layers of redundancy across its hydraulics, flight control and electrical systems. As Bombardier maintains its leadership in systems redundancy, the benefits are felt in the highest degree of dispatch and mission reliability, enhanced flight safety and reduced maintenance requirements.
- Primary flight controls fully powered around all three axes
- Lightweight, reliable and virtually maintenance-free electrical system
- Three independent AC electrical generators, each capable of providing full power to the entire aircraft
- An Air-Driven AC Generator which can be used in the event of complete electrical loss
- Three separate, independent hydraulic systems, each pressurized by two pumps
COCKPIT
AVIONICS
AVIONICS
The Challenger 605 aircraft flight deck is perhaps the purest expression of added value, particularly as it relates to safety. The Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 avionics system is fully integrated and ready to evolve toward the free-flight environment and digital satellite-based communications of the future. Its flexible user interface reduces pilot workload while its superior graphics capabilities significantly enhance crew situational awareness in all phases of flight. In addition, the reduced parts count, integration of functions and innovative new technologies provide unparalleled reliability, maintainability and dispatchability.
- Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 avionics suite with four large LCD screens and integrated menu control
- Dual autopilot with autothrottle
- EFIS/EICAS system with synoptics
- Dual FMS-6000 with coupled lateral and vertical nav and performance calculations
- Dual Honeywell Laseref V Inertial Reference System with automatic position initialization
- Integrated Radio Tuning with Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 VHF/Nav radios
- Integrated electronic standby instruments
- Integrated Flight Information System supports e-charts operations, reducing the need for paper
Designed by industry-leading engineers, in rigorous consultation with corporate pilots, the Challenger 605 aircraft is the most ergonomic and one of the best-equipped business jets in its class.
FLIGHT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
FLIGHT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
This airborne navigation system is integrated with the EFIS to allow for head-forward display. Not only does it provide full departure and approach procedures worldwide, it also offers the full complement of navaids, intersections and airport data. Its built-in performance computer enables lateral and vertical profiles within the programmed flight plan and monitors flight progress while displaying time and distances.
PRIMARY FLIGHT DISPLAYS
PRIMARY FLIGHT DISPLAYS
The Primary Display shows the navigational information including ADI and HGS information as well as EICAS messages.The crew annunciation and alerting system displays color-coded messages and warnings accompanied by oral messages. This system allowed the development of a "dark cockpit" concept, helping pilots focus exclusively on pertinent items.
MULTI-FUNCTION DISPLAYS
MULTI-FUNCTION DISPLAYS
Providing "real time" information, Multi-Function displays feature concise, color-coded synoptic diagrams. It also displays trim indications, APU gauges when required and pressurization information, thus further improving crew awareness. These displays also serve as as an on-board diagnostic tool.
AUTOPILOT CONTROL PANEL
AUTOPILOT CONTROL PANEL
The automatic flight control system is an integrated dual autopilot, flight director and yaw damper system. Through the flight guidance system, it steers the aircraft within the vertical and horizontal profiles.
MAIN INSTRUMENT PANEL
MAIN INSTRUMENT PANEL
The fully integrated display consists of four 10” X 12” LCD displays that increase the viewing area for improved crew situational awareness. Each display is interchangeable, which facilitates troubleshooting and improves dispatchability.
OPTIONAL AVIONICS
OPTIONAL AVIONICS
The Bombardier Enhanced Vision System (BEVS) takes visibility to a new level of clarity in difficult weather conditions.
The BEVS consists of a forward looking, cutting-edge infrared sensor mounted in the nose area, which provides images of the approach, runway lighting and terrain scenery that are displayed on the pilot's HUD and on the co-pilot's MFD.
BEVS significantly increases situational awareness of pilots in difficult operating conditions such as low visibility and/or darkness. BEVS also enhances safety by helping to identify runway intrusions by vehicles, animals or other aircraft.
To view more options and details such as the Bombardier Enhanced Vision System, please contact your Sales Representative.
CUSTOMIZING YOUR CHALLENGER AIRCRAFT
CUSTOMIZING YOUR CHALLENGER AIRCRAFT
Every detail of a Challenger aircraft interior is carefully designed and completed to fulfill your functional requirements and cater to your personal aesthetics. Our artisans and craftsmen will put their unique abilities to work and create the perfect interior for you.
Bombardier offers a choice of materials and optional amenities that allows owners to tailor the environment. Our completions approach includes the hands-on involvement of experienced designers and engineers who work with you to ensure that your high expectations are met. A dedicated Bombardier completions team will be assigned to see you through every phase, from the initial customer specification sessions in our modern showroom facilities to the engineering and manufacturing of your aircraft and the meticulous crafting of each of the cabin and cockpit details. This team of specialists from several disciplines will be available to you for consultation.
THE CENTER OF EXCELLENCE
THE CENTER OF EXCELLENCE
Bombardier’s Challenger Completion Center in Montreal is an ultra-modern facility that boasts the highest quality and breadth of expertise, technology and fabrication methods. The center is equipped with advanced 3-D design software, including texture mapping and pattern flattening, and a modeling and digital animation program for industrial and interior design.
Bombardier’s Challenger Completion Center capabilities:
- Aeronautical and mechanical engineering
- Avionics and electrical design and integration
- Interior design
- Hand-crafted cabinetry
- Custom upholstering
- Composite, sheet metal and machined parts manufacturing
- Pre-fitting mock-ups
- Certification
- Composition shop
- Burn test lab
- Environmentally controlled paint facilities
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