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1989 BOMBARDIER CHALLENGER 601-3A/ER
Starts from the median asking price of 14 comparable Bombardier 6013A series listings ($1,750,000), then adjusts for:
- Airframe time +521 hr vs comps -1.0%
- Autopilot (64% of comps) +5.1%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Bombardier CHALLENGER 601-3A/ER |
|---|---|
| Type | Jet |
| Airframe time | 10,826 hrs |
| Engine time | 10,548.8 SNEW |
| Avionics / Transponder | King TDR-94D |
| Avionics / Autopilot | Collins ADF-462 |
| Avionics / Weather radar | Primus 870 |
| Avionics / Terrain / EGPWS | EGPWS |
| Avionics / Traffic (TCAS / TAS) | TCAS II |
| Avionics / DME | DME 42 |
Description
Honeywell NZ 6.1 WAAS/LPV and ATG GOGO WiFi equipped. The APU is on MSP..
Modifications
Airshow CD2000 cabin display, GOGO ATG Wifi
Avionics
TCAS II w/Change 7, WAAS/LPV, IDC Standby Altimeter,IDC Standby Mach/Airspeed Indicator, Honeywell Primus 870 Radar, Dual Collins VIR-32, Dual Collins VHF-422D, Dual Collins ADF-462, Magnastar System - Two handsets, Honeywell Dual NZ2000, Laserref II, Honeywell EZ815-5 Tube EFIS, Pulselite Visual System, Pointer 3000 Emergency Locator System, EGPWS Sunstrand Mark V, Honeywell LSZ-850 Lightning Detector System, Triple IRS, Honeywell DFZ 800 Autopilot, XL246-5 Emergency Battery, Selcal System, Dual Collins DME 42, Dual Collins HF 9000, Dual TDR 94D, Artex 406 ELT
Recommended avionics upgrades
No ADS-B is listed — a GTX 345 delivers required ADS-B Out plus In (traffic & weather) in one transponder.
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How this aircraft compares
Where this Bombardier CHALLENGER 601-3A/ER lands versus other Bombardier CHALLENGER 601-3A/ER listings on fyiAero.
Airframe time
99th pct10,826 hours total (TTAF) · 99th percentile of 6 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
99th pct10,548 hours since new · 99th percentile of 5 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
99th pct10,548 hours since new · 99th percentile of 5 listings
Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.
General
| Year | 1989 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BOMBARDIER |
| Model | CHALLENGER 601-3A/ER |
| Serial Number | 5046 |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
Airframe
| Total Time | 10,826.8 |
|---|---|
| Landing Gear Overhaul | Yes |
| Landing Gear Cycles Since Overhaul | 250 |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Time | 10,548.8 SNEW |
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Engine 2
| Engine 2 Time | 10,548.8 SNEW |
|---|
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | TCAS II w/Change 7, WAAS/LPV, IDC Standby Altimeter,IDC Standby Mach/Airspeed Indicator, Honeywell Primus 870 Radar, Dual Collins VIR-32, Dual Collins VHF-422D, Dual Collins ADF-462, Magnastar System - Two handsets, Honeywell Dual NZ2000, Laserref II, Honeywell EZ815-5 Tube EFIS, Pulselite Visual System, Pointer 3000 Emergency Locator System, EGPWS Sunstrand Mark V, Honeywell LSZ-850 Lightning Detector System, Triple IRS, Honeywell DFZ 800 Autopilot, XL246-5 Emergency Battery, Selcal System, Dual Collins DME 42, Dual Collins HF 9000, Dual TDR 94D, Artex 406 ELT |
|---|
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | Airshow CD2000 cabin display, GOGO ATG Wifi |
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Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Maintenance due: 12 Month to 02/2027 24 Month to 02/2028 36 Month to 02/2029 |
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Auxiliary Power Unit
| APU | Yes |
|---|---|
| APU Maintenance Program | MSP |
Engine Program
| Engine Maintenance Program | None |
|---|
Operating costs & specifications — Bombardier Challenger 601 3A Er
Typical model-level figures for the Bombardier Challenger 601 3A Er (not this specific airframe).
Annual cost breakdown
| Low use | High use | |
|---|---|---|
| Hours / year | 200 | 325 |
| Fuel | $498,240 | $809,640 |
| Fixed | $798,084 | $798,084 |
| Variable | $1,334,040 | $2,167,815 |
| Total / hour | $10,661 | $9,126 |
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 3,600 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 401 kts · 461 mph |
| Seating | 2 crew + 9 passengers |
| Cabin H × W × L | 6' 1" × 8' 2" × 28' 3" |
| Interior volume | 1416 ft³ |
| Takeoff / landing | 6500 ft / 3100 ft |
About this plane
The Bombardier Challenger 601-3A/ER has a variable operating cost of $5,839 per hour. It provides a range of 3,400 nautical miles and cruises at a normal speed of 445 knots (512 mph), with an average fuel burn of 346 gallons per hour. The cabin of the Bombardier Challenger 601-3A/ER measures 6'1" high, 8'2" wide, and 28'3" long, delivering a spacious 1,416 cubic feet of interior volume. Comfortably accommodating up to 12 passengers, it features a luxurious and expansive layout ideal for long-distance travel. Requiring 6,500 feet for takeoff and 3,100 feet for landing, the Challenger 601-3A/ER is well-suited for transcontinental and intercontinental flights while maintaining access to a wide range of airport types. Get a Personalized Demo See AviaCost in action with a tailored walkthrough of Bombardier Challenger 601-3A/ER's full ownership model — including trip costs, depreciation, and branded PDF reports.
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