N138DM
Bombardier CL-600-2B16 Challenger 605 (605)
Bombardier Inc.
9 Hours
Duration of Flight
4045 NM
Range
470 MPH
Max Speed
Gallery
Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2023-03-17| Date | From | To | Flight Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-11-06 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2022-02-26 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2024-06-03 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
AI Summary
Bombardier CL-600-2B16 Challenger 605 (605)
Overview
US registration (N138DM) assigned to MLD 605 LEASING LLC, Warsaw, IN. Airworthiness certificate dated 2010-11-17; registration/certificate activity recorded in 2014 and 2023. Mode S (hex) A09940.
Specifications
- Engines: 2× GE CF34-3B (9220 lbf each)
- Range: 4045 nm
- Cruise: 459 kts
- Seats: 22
- Ceiling: 41000 ft
Operations & Cabin
Two‑crew executive layout; typical VIP 10–12 passenger club/divan arrangement (type-rating certified for up to 22 seats) Full galley, enclosed lavatory, cabin seating for 10–12 in typical VIP fit; Wi‑Fi often fitted (operator/installation-specific). Avionics: Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 (typical for many 605s)
Model & Market Context
This entry covers airframe N138DM, a 2007-built Bombardier CL-600-2B16 Challenger 605 with serial number 5702. The airframe is registered in the United States and is owned by MLD 605 LEASING LLC (an LLC based in Warsaw, IN, US); the record indicates corporate ownership rather than an individually registered operator. Valuation records cite a market value of $10,270,734, reflecting typical mid-life pricing for late-2000s Challenger 605 airframes in serviceable condition. The aircraft’s registration and ownership data position it for corporate lease or charter operations under U.S. registry.
The airframe is configured with a two-crew executive layout and is type-rated to accommodate up to 22 seats, though its typical VIP arrangement is a 10–12 passenger club/divan layout for executive transport. Avionics fitment for this airframe is the Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 suite, consistent with many production Challenger 605s, supporting advanced flight management and multi-crew IFR operations. Operationally, the performance figures — a long-range capability of 4,045 nm and a cruise near 459 kts — suit transcontinental U.S. missions and continental international hops for corporate, charter, or leasing customers based in the owner’s region. Maintenance considerations align with mid-life Bombardier fleet items, including CF34-3B engine support and Pro Line 21 avionics updates.
The Bombardier CL-600-2B16 Challenger 605 family occupies the super-midsize executive transport niche, offering transcontinental range and a high, comfortable cabin compared with light and midsize business jets. Competing models typically include late-generation Gulfstream G150/G280 variants and Dassault Falcon 2000 derivatives in mission capability. Demand among buyers and charter operators favors well-maintained, low-cycle examples with complete records; resale and lease value for this 2007 airframe is reflected in the cited $10,270,734 figure, with ongoing maintenance, engine program status, and avionics condition being primary determinants of marketability.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N138DM | N100AC | N100FL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | 5702 | 5546 | 5510 |
| Year Manufactured | 2007 | 2002 | 2001 |
| Duration of Flight | 9 Hours | 8 Hours | 9 Hours |
| Range | 4045 NM | 3700 NM | 4119 NM |
| Max Speed | 470 MPH | N/A | 488 MPH |
| Aircraft Class | Over 20,000lbs | Over 20,000lbs | Over 20,000lbs |
| Service Ceiling | 41000 ft | 41000 ft | 41000 ft |
| Max Passengers | 22 | 22 | 22 |
| Cabin Comfort | No items found. | No items found. | No items found. |