N527JA
Canadair CL-600-2B16 Challenger 601-3A (601-3A)
Canadair Ltd (Bombardier Aerospace)
8 Hours
Duration of Flight
3430 NM
Range
476 MPH
Max Speed
Gallery
Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2023-09-15| Date | From | To | Flight Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-25 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-11-25 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-11-23 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
AI Summary
Canadair CL-600-2B16 Challenger 601-3A (601-3A)
Overview
U.S. standard/transport category registration; current registrant FG&N PLANE PARTNERS LLC (Kalamazoo, MI). Certificate issue and airworthiness dates are recorded in FAA-derived public records.
Specifications
- Engines: 2× General Electric CF34-3A (CF34 series) (9140 lbf each)
- Range: 3430 nm
- Cruise: 442 kts
- Seats: 22
- Ceiling: 41000 ft
Operations & Cabin
## N527JA — Concise Overview **N527JA** is a **1989 Canadair/Bombardier Challenger 601-3A** (MSN 5058) owned by **FG&N PLANE PARTNERS LLC**. **Key Specifications** - **Engines:** 2 × **General Electric CF34-3A** (~9,140 lbf each) - **Range:** ~3,430 nm | **Cruise:** ~442 kts / Mach 0.77 - **Seats:** 22 | **Ceiling:** 41,000 ft - **Estimated Value:** $2.30 million (indicative pre-owned market average) **Current Status** Based in Kalamazoo, MI; active private operations with recent flights between Kalamazoo and Florida in Nov 2025. **About the Model** The Challenger 601-3A is a large-cabin transcontinental business jet introduced in the late 1980s, noted for cabin volume and range relative to contemporaries. Avionics: Collins Pro Line II / ProLine-style suites or Honeywell-equivalent (typical for 601-3A examples; specific fit for N527JA not published)
Model & Market Context
This entry covers airframe N527JA, a Canadair-built business jet completed in 1989 with manufacturer serial number 5058. The airframe is a Canadair CL-600-2B16 Challenger 601-3A, originally produced by Canadair Ltd (Bombardier Aerospace) and currently registered in the US. Ownership is recorded to FG&N PLANE PARTNERS LLC of Kalamazoo, MI, US, an LLC operator listed as the on-record owner; no further operator history or notable registry actions are published. The airframe’s reported market valuation is $2,300,000, reflecting its age, configuration, and typical residual-value factors for late-1980s Challenger 601-3A examples.
The cabin of N527JA is configured for 22 seats, consistent with the Challenger 601-3A’s typical corporate or charter interior layouts that prioritize a balance of seating capacity and transcontinental comfort. Avionics fit for the model series is commonly Collins Pro Line II or ProLine-style suites or a Honeywell-equivalent; the specific avionics fit for N527JA is not published. Typical mission profiles for this airframe type and configuration include transcontinental and regional charter operations within the 3,430 nm range and cruise speeds near 442 kts, operating up to a service ceiling of 41,000 ft. Maintenance considerations for this single airframe mirror fleet practices for CF34-powered Challengers, with aging-airframe inspections and system upgrades affecting availability and operating economics.
The Canadair CL-600-2B16 Challenger 601-3A occupies a mid-size business jet niche offering long-range capability and a relatively spacious cabin for its class. Competing models in its era and used market position include other late-1980s to 1990s mid-size jets; buyer and charter demand tends to focus on availability, avionics modernization, and engine maintenance history. Resale and maintenance considerations for N527JA are driven by its 1989 manufacture date, CF34-3A engines, and the documented ownership by FG&N PLANE PARTNERS LLC, all factors that influence inspection, refurbishment, and valuation paths.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N527JA | N100XV | N10MM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | 5058 | 5320 | 5033 |
| Year Manufactured | 1989 | 1996 | 1988 |
| Duration of Flight | 8 Hours | 9 Hours | 8 Hours |
| Range | 3430 NM | 4033 NM | 3430 NM |
| Max Speed | 476 MPH | 468 MPH | 459 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. |