N657GF
CANADAIR LTD CL-600-2A12 (Challenger 601-series) (601-1A)
CANADAIR LTD
8 Hours
Duration of Flight
3352 NM
Range
460 MPH
Max Speed

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Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2023-04-06No flight history available
Flight records for this aircraft have not been tracked yet.
AI Summary
CANADAIR LTD CL-600-2A12 (Challenger 601-series) (601-1A)
Overview
U.S. registration assigned to Aerotrust Services Corp; FAA certificate issued 2023-04-06; airworthiness date 1985-09-25; Mode S hex A8A757.
Specifications
- Engines: 2× General Electric CF34-1A (9140 lbf each)
- Range: 3352 nm
- Cruise: 442 kts
- Seats: 22
- Ceiling: 41000 ft
Model & Market Context
The airframe bearing tail number N657GF is a CANADAIR LTD CL-600-2A12 (Challenger 601-series) built in 1985 with manufacturer serial number 3045. The aircraft is recorded as owned by Aerotrust Services Corp (a corporation based in Wilmington, DE, US) and is registered in the US. Listed ownership and registry details identify Aerotrust Services Corp as the operator/home base connection through its Wilmington address. The airframe's recorded market valuation stands at $1,600,000, a figure that reflects its model, year of manufacture and configuration.
The interior configuration for this specific airframe accommodates 22 seats, indicating a high-density executive or commuter layout within the Challenger 601-series cabin dimensions. Typical mission profiles for this registration, given a range of 3,352 nm and cruise speed of 442 kts, would enable transcontinental and extended regional operations from its Wilmington-linked operator base. Specific avionics fit and detailed cabin amenities for this serial are Not published. Maintenance considerations for this aircraft center on its powerplant type, the General Electric CF34-1A, and its age since manufacture in 1985, which have direct bearing on inspection cycles and component life limits.
This airframe belongs to the CANADAIR LTD CL-600-2A12 (Challenger 601-series) family, powered in this example by twin CF34-1A engines producing 9,140 lbf each, a characteristic highlighted in the provided data. The listed value of $1,600,000 for a 1985-built serial 3045 frames its current market positioning as an older but capable fixed-wing multi-engine business jet. Resale and maintenance considerations for this registration derive principally from its age, recorded configuration and the specific engine model noted, all factors that influence operator demand and lifecycle cost for this airframe.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N657GF | N113SR | N139LJ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | 3045 | 5164 | 5025 |
| Year Manufactured | 1985 | 1994 | 1988 |
| Duration of Flight | 8 Hours | 9 Hours | 8 Hours |
| Range | 3352 NM | 4119 NM | 3430 NM |
| Max Speed | 460 MPH | 488 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. |