N974BH
Bombardier CL-600-2B16 Challenger 605 (605)
Bombardier Inc
8 Hours
Duration of Flight
3732 NM
Range
488 MPH
Max Speed

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Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2024-07-03No flight history available
Flight records for this aircraft have not been tracked yet.
AI Summary
Bombardier CL-600-2B16 Challenger 605 (605)
Overview
Registered to MLG TYH LLC (Lawrence, NY). FAA certificate issued 2024-01-24; airworthiness date 2020-08-14; registration expiration 2031-01-31.
Specifications
- Engines: 2× General Electric CF34-3B (9220 lbf each)
- Range: 3732 nm
- Cruise: 459 kts
- Seats: 22
- Ceiling: 41000 ft
Operations & Cabin
Typical executive 10–12 passenger interior (certified seating 22) Cabin ~28.3 ft long, ~8.17 ft wide, enclosed lavatory, forward galley; typical executive club/divan layout. Avionics: Collins Pro Line 21 (typical for CL-600-2B16 / Challenger 605)
Model & Market Context
This airframe, registered as N974BH, is a 2008-built Bombardier CL-600-2B16 Challenger 605 with manufacturer serial number 5736. The aircraft is owned by MLG TYH LLC, a limited liability company based in Lawrence, NY, US, and operates on a United States registration. Notable registry actions include its documented transfer into the company ownership; the change is recorded as registered to MLG TYH LLC in Lawrence, NY. The airframe is appraised at $10,468,730, reflecting its 2008 build and Challenger 605 configuration.
The cabin of this specific Challenger 605 is outfitted in a typical executive layout accommodating 10–12 passengers in comfortable club and divan seating arrangements while retaining certification for 22 seats. Avionics for the type on this airframe are the Collins Pro Line 21 suite, which is the typical fit for the CL-600-2B16 platform and supports advanced flight management and communications for complex operations. Operated from its U.S. base under company ownership, the airframe is suited to cross-country and transcontinental missions consistent with its 3,732 nm range and cruise speed of 459 kts. Maintenance considerations follow Challenger 605 standards for the CF34-3B engines and avionics, affecting scheduling and operating cost profiles specific to this aircraft.
The Bombardier CL-600-2B16 Challenger 605 occupies the mid-size long-range business jet market niche, offering transcontinental capability with a high operational ceiling of 41,000 ft and a typical executive cabin. Competing models in the segment address similar mission profiles, and buyer or charter demand focuses on range, cabin flexibility, and avionics maturity such as the Collins Pro Line 21 on this airframe. Resale and maintenance considerations for this 2008 Challenger 605 center on engine life, avionics currency, and the aircraft’s appraisal at $10,468,730, factors that inform lifecycle and fleet deployment decisions.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N974BH | N100LA | N1038S |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | 5736 | 9321 | 5782 |
| Year Manufactured | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Duration of Flight | 8 Hours | 11 Hours | 9 Hours |
| Range | 3732 NM | 5200 NM | 4045 NM |
| Max Speed | 488 MPH | 504 MPH | 470 MPH |
| Aircraft Class | Over 20,000lbs | Over 20,000lbs | Over 20,000lbs |
| Service Ceiling | 41000 ft | 51000 ft | 41000 ft |
| Max Passengers | 22 | 8 | 22 |
| Cabin Comfort | No items found. | No items found. | No items found. |