N501KA

The airframe bearing registration N501KA is a 2024-build Bombardier BD-100-1A10 Challenger 3500 produced by Bombardier Inc., serial number 21002. The aircraft is recorded to be owned by ALLEN AIRCRAFT EQUIPMENT LLC, an LLC based in Valparaiso, IN, US, and is listed on the U.S. registry. The Challenger is a new-production example with manufacturer-standard configuration and a reported market valuation of $25,900,000. Entry onto the U.S. registry under the listed owner constitutes the primary known ownership action for this tail.

This specific Challenger 3500 is outfitted in an 8-seat executive layout (manufacturer supports up to 10 pax; FAA listing for this tail shows 8 seats), reflecting a typical corporate/charter interior density for transcontinental and near-oceanic missions. The avionics fit is the manufacturer-described Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced / four large displays, providing modern flight-deck capabilities for short-notice business operations and single-pilot relief procedures where applicable to the platform. With a long-range capability of 3,400 nm and a high cruise speed of 442 kts, the airframe is suited to nonstop transcontinental sectors and regional international flights from its operator base in Valparaiso, IN. Maintenance considerations align with new-production Challenger standards, including manufacturer support, Honeywell engine care cycles for the AS907-2-1A powerplants, and avionics software updates for Pro Line 21 systems.

The Bombardier BD-100-1A10 Challenger 3500 occupies the super-midsize business jet niche, offering long-range, high-speed cruise and a 45,000 ft service ceiling competitive with peers. Typical competitors include other super-midsize types that prioritize transcontinental capability and cabin comfort. Demand among corporate owners and charter operators favors late-model examples like this 2024 serial 21002 due to modern avionics, engine commonality, and a refreshed interior option set; resale considerations emphasize maintenance history, Pro Line 21 software status, and adherence to manufacturer service bulletins.