N237QS
Bombardier Challenger 650 (CL-600-2B16) (650)
Bombardier Inc
9 Hours
Duration of Flight
4000 NM
Range
528 MPH
Max Speed

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Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2024-12-16| Date | From | To | Flight Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-05-26 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-05-26 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-05-26 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-05-26 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-05-25 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-05-25 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
AI Summary
Bombardier Challenger 650 (CL-600-2B16) (650)
Overview
U.S. registration, assigned to NetJets Sales Inc (co-owned/fractional operator). Standard/Transport class; MSN 6127; airworthiness 2018-09-28; certificate action 2024-12-16; registration expires 2031-12-31.
Specifications
- Engines: 2× GE CF34-3B (9220 lbf each)
- Range: 4000 nm
- Cruise: 459 kts
- Seats: 22
- Ceiling: 41000 ft
Operations & Cabin
VIP executive layout, typically 9–12 passengers (two cabin zones) Cabin length ~25 ft 7 in, width ~7 ft 11 in, height ~6 ft; ample baggage (~115 cu ft) and large-cabin appointments in NetJets-configured interiors Avionics: Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 (typical for Challenger 650)
Model & Market Context
This airframe, registered as N237QS, is a Bombardier Challenger 650 (CL-600-2B16) built in 2018 with manufacturer serial number 6127. The aircraft was manufactured by Bombardier Inc and is recorded as owned by NetJets Sales Inc, a corporate owner based in Oklahoma City, OK, US. The airframe carries a United States registration and is classed as a fixed-wing multi-engine business jet; its corporate ownership and placement within a fractional/management fleet suggest operator-centric maintenance and recordkeeping. No published record of notable registry actions or transfers beyond the listed ownership was provided.
The cabin for this specific aircraft is described in a VIP executive layout, typically configured for 9–12 passengers across two cabin zones while the aircraft is certificated with 22 seats; this reflects the distinction between maximum seating and the more common executive fit-out. Avionics aboard are typically the Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 suite, supporting mixed corporate mission profiles such as transcontinental and intercontinental hops enabled by a 4,000 nm range and long-range cruise capability. Operated from the owner’s base in Oklahoma City, OK, missions would commonly include corporate shuttle flights, fractional partner movements, and ad hoc charter trips; the aircraft’s two GE CF34-3B engines and 41,000 ft ceiling favor efficient, high-altitude cruise. Maintenance considerations for this airframe would follow corporate program standards consistent with fractional ownership, including focused component tracking and centralized overhaul management.
The Challenger 650 family occupies the large-cabin, mid- to long-range business jet niche, offering comfort-oriented cabins and transcontinental performance such as a 4,000 nm range and 459 kts cruise. Competitors include other large-cabin types in similar mission bands; buyer and charter demand typically emphasize cabin size, system reliability, and fleet support — attributes aligned with OEM-built examples like this 2018 airframe. Resale and maintenance considerations for this model commonly reflect maturity of the CF34 engine support network and avionics familiarity with the Pro Line 21 fit, factors that benefit fleet operators and fractional owners.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N237QS | N100LA | N1038S |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | 6127 | 9321 | 5782 |
| Year Manufactured | 2018 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Duration of Flight | 9 Hours | 11 Hours | 9 Hours |
| Range | 4000 NM | 5200 NM | 4045 NM |
| Max Speed | 528 MPH | 504 MPH | 470 MPH |
| Aircraft Class | Over 20,000lbs | Over 20,000lbs | Over 20,000lbs |
| Service Ceiling | 41000 ft | 51000 ft | 41000 ft |
| Max Passengers | 22 | 8 | 22 |
| Cabin Comfort | No items found. | No items found. | No items found. |