N962HC

This entry documents airframe N962HC, a factory-new Bombardier Challenger 3500 (BD-100-1A10) built in 2025 with manufacturer's serial number 21049. The aircraft is U.S.-registered and is recorded as owned by GLOBAL FLIGHT INC c/o Bombardier Aerospace Corp, Wichita, KS, US, reflecting corporate ownership retained at the manufacturer’s service location. The airframe entered the registry in 2025 and carries a reported market valuation of $27,000,000, consistent with new-build pricing and full-production outfitting for its type.

The airframe is configured with an FAA-registered 8-seat executive layout, while Bombardier lists a manufacturer-flexible seating capability up to 10 passengers. Avionics are fitted with the Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced suite featuring four large displays and autothrottle, with provisions for optional HUD/EVS installations. Typical mission profiles for this individual airframe will include long-range executive transport and transcontinental or international charter legs within its 3,400 nm range and cruise speed of 459 kts; maintenance and operational oversight are likely conducted through the Bombardier facility noted in the registered owner’s address. No additional unique cabin modifications or aftermarket certifications are recorded for this specific serial in the supplied data.

The Bombardier Challenger 3500 (BD-100-1A10) occupies the super-midsize business jet niche, offering transcontinental range, high cruise speed and a 45,000 ft service ceiling suitable for competitive point-to-point executive missions. Primary competitors in performance and market positioning include late-model Gulfstream and Dassault variants as well as other super-midsize types. Buyer and charter demand for new airframes is driven by cabin comfort and avionics capability; resale and maintenance considerations for this serial will follow factory-supported programs and lifecycle schedules typical of Bombardier-built Challenger series aircraft.