N359SK

This article covers airframe N359SK, a Fairchild Dornier 328-300 (328JET) built in 2002 with manufacturer serial number 3202. The airframe is owned by the corporation Ultimate Jetcharters LLC, based in North Canton, OH, US, and is registered in the US. Acquired into the Ultimate Jetcharters LLC fleet and listed on the US registry, this airframe is noted in records at an estimated value of $12,000,000 and configured in a typical commuter layout consistent with its class.

The cabin on airframe N359SK is arranged in a typical single-class commuter layout for 30–34 passengers, though the 328JET platform is also known to have examples converted to 12–16 executive configurations. Avionics fit on this type is typically the Honeywell Primus 2000, supporting regional operations and common commuter procedures. Operated by Ultimate Jetcharters LLC out of North Canton, OH, US, the aircraft’s mission profile is consistent with short regional charters and commuter services within its 900 nm range and cruise speed near 398 kts. Operator-specific amenities or maintenance regimens are conducted by the owner-operator according to regulatory and charter requirements.

The Fairchild Dornier 328-300 (328JET) occupies the regional short-haul jet niche with performance aimed at higher-speed commuter routes and thin-market point-to-point services, leveraging a service ceiling of 35,000 ft and turbofan powerplants providing 6,050 lbf thrust each. Competing models in this segment include turbofan regional jets offering similar seat counts and range; buyer and charter demand generally centers on operators needing 30–34 seat capacity with jet cruise speeds. Resale and maintenance considerations for this airframe reflect the market for early-2000s regional jets, with valuation shown at $12,000,000 for this specific serial and configuration.