N650FB
Bombardier Challenger 650 (CL-600-2B16)
Bombardier Inc.
9 Hours
Duration of Flight
4000 NM
Range
470 MPH
Max Speed

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Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2025-09-18| Date | From | To | Flight Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-28 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-09-25 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-09-25 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
AI Summary
Bombardier Challenger 650 (CL-600-2B16)
Overview
Registered in the United States to BOMBARDIER AEROSPACE CORP (Dallas, TX). Certificate issue date 2025-09-18; registration expiration 2032-09-30; Mode S hex A88D39.
Specifications
- Engines: 2× General Electric CF34-3B (9220 lbf each)
- Range: 4000 nm
- Cruise: 425 kts
- Seats: 22
- Ceiling: 41000 ft
Operations & Cabin
Large-cabin executive layout; registry lists 22 seats (registry figure stands; typical outfitting is 8–12 pax) Modernized Challenger interior with executive club seating, forward galley and baggage area (specific fit for this tail not published in sources consulted) Avionics: Collins Pro Line 21 (typical Challenger 650 fit)
Model & Market Context
This airframe, registered as N650FB, is a Bombardier Challenger 650 (CL-600-2B16) with serial number 6226. The aircraft is owned by BOMBARDIER AEROSPACE CORP, a corporation based in Dallas, TX, US, and appears on the US registry under that corporate ownership. The registry entry records a large-cabin executive configuration with 22 seats on the paperwork; typical operational outfitting for the model is commonly 8–12 passengers. No build year or independent valuation is published in the provided data.
The listed cabin for N650FB is a large-cabin executive layout with the registry figure standing at 22 seats while typical in-service interiors for the Challenger 650 are fitted for 8–12 passengers, indicating the registry may reflect a maximum certification rather than normal passenger carriage. Avionics fit is the commonly installed Collins Pro Line 21, consistent with typical Challenger 650 equipment standards and suitable for long-range business missions. With a cruise of 425 kts and a range of 4,000 nm, this airframe is configured for transcontinental and intercontinental point-to-point executive transport from its corporate base in Dallas, TX. Maintenance considerations for this specific aircraft would follow Bombardier and CF34-3B manufacturer schedules; no unique maintenance history is provided.
The Bombardier Challenger 650 (CL-600-2B16) occupies the large-cabin, long-range business jet niche, offering high-speed cruise and a comfortable cabin for extended missions; the example N650FB reflects that mission profile with its range and ceiling. Competing models in this performance bracket include late-model large-cabin aircraft from Gulfstream and Dassault, though the Challenger family is often chosen for a balance of cabin volume and operating economics. Resale and maintenance considerations for this airframe center on CF34-3B engine program status, avionics like the Collins Pro Line 21, and the impact of interior outfitting versus registry seating on market desirability.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N650FB | N100AC | N100FL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | 6226 | 5546 | 5510 |
| Year Manufactured | 0 | 2002 | 2001 |
| Duration of Flight | 9 Hours | 8 Hours | 9 Hours |
| Range | 4000 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. |