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Bombardier Challenger 350
The Challenger 350 is the bestselling aircraft in the super midsize category — the reference point against which every competitor in its class is measured. This guide covers what the aircraft is, what it can do, and more.
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Challenger 350 Overview
The Challenger 350 is Bombardier’s super-midsize business jet, the successor to the Challenger 300. It received simultaneous certification from Transport Canada, FAA, and EASA in 2014.
Specs and Performance
Two Honeywell HTF7350 turbofans deliver a 3,200 nm range at Mach 0.80 with eight passengers. Maximum cruise is 470 KTAS, service ceiling 45,000 feet. Cabin dimensions are 7.17 ft wide × 6.08 ft high × 23.7 ft long.
Challenger 350 Cabin Interior and Passenger Experience
The standard cabin seats eight passengers in a double-club configuration, with a high-density layout accommodating up to 10 passengers. Cabin altitude at cruise is pressurized to 5,990 feet — lower than most category competitors, providing a comfort advantage on four- to six-hour missions. Windows are 20 percent taller than on the Challenger 300. The forward galley is fully equipped; a full lavatory with vanity sits aft. Connectivity includes optional Wi-Fi, an Iridium satellite phone, and HD cabin monitors.
Challenger 350, 300, and 3500: How the Three Models Compare
Challenger 350
The HTF7350 engines deliver 7.3 percent more takeoff thrust than the Challenger 300, with FADEC improvements and better hot-section reliability. The strengthened wing with canted winglets added 900 lbs of full-fuel payload. Range is 3,200 nm with eight passengers. Interior upgrades include 20 percent taller windows, redesigned seats, and improved noise insulation. Both the 300 and 350 share the BD-100-1A10 type rating — meaning no requalification is required when transitioning between them.
Challenger 300
The predecessor to the 350, with a 3,100 nm range and the same BD-100-1A10 type rating. Over 450 units delivered means a mature parts and maintenance support infrastructure. In today's pre-owned market, the 300 offers a lower acquisition cost with modestly reduced performance — the right choice when budget is the primary selector and the 100-nm range reduction does not affect typical routing.
Challenger 3500
The current production aircraft has been in service since 2022. Key additions over the 350: auto-throttles, Nuage seats, 4K cabin displays, voice control, wireless charging, improved soundproofing, and a 3,400 nm range. The 3500 carries a new-build list price that reflects its factory-fresh specification. Pre-owned Challenger 350 aircraft, with a proven maintenance record and mature parts infrastructure, offer a compelling alternative for operators who prioritize value. The 3500 is the right choice for those who require the latest cabin technology and a new-build warranty; the pre-owned 350 is the stronger value play for everyone else.
Acquiring a Challenger 350
Pre-owned value varies by vintage, airframe hours, and engine program enrollment. Charter revenue through an ACASS-managed program can offset a meaningful portion of annual ownership costs.
Ownership in Practice
Buying a Challenger 350 and operating one are separate responsibilities. The aircraft’s 3,200 nm range makes international routing routine — and with it comes permit requirements, crew legalization, and multi-jurisdiction compliance.
Crew Requirements
Two type-rated pilots are required under all conditions. Captain minimums typically require an ATP and 500–1,000 hours on type. Annual simulator training is mandatory.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Challenger 350 cost?
The Challenger 350 is no longer in new production. Pre-owned market value varies by year of manufacture, airframe hours, engine program enrollment, and avionics configuration — factors that interact in ways that make broad estimates unreliable as a decision-making tool. Operating costs are equally specific to usage profile, base location, and management structure. Contact an ACASS consultant for a personalized, aircraft-specific assessment.
Can a Challenger 350 fly from New York to London?
The Challenger 350 has a published NBAA IFR range of 3,200 nm with eight passengers, extending to 3,421 nm at reduced payload. New York to London is approximately 3,459 nm — feasible at four passengers with favorable winds, but at the aircraft's limits with a full load. Most operators plan a fuel stop at maximum capacity on this route. Payload-range trade-offs and actual wind routing should be modeled for any transatlantic mission.
Is the Challenger 350 a single-pilot aircraft?
No. The Challenger 350 requires two pilots for all operations under its BD-100-1A10 type certification. There is no single-pilot exemption. Both crew members must hold current type ratings on the aircraft. This is a fixed operational requirement that buyers and owners must account for when planning annual crew costs.
How high can a Challenger 350 fly?
The Challenger 350's maximum certified service ceiling is 45,000 feet. Initial cruise altitude at MTOW is reached at approximately 43,000 feet in around 18 minutes from brake release. Flying above 41,000 feet places the aircraft above most commercial traffic and most weather systems — a performance characteristic that operators frequently cite as a practical operational advantage on longer routes.
What is the difference between the Challenger 350 and the Challenger 3500?
The Challenger 3500 adds auto-throttles, Nuage seats, 4K cabin displays, voice control, wireless charging, improved soundproofing, and extends range to 3,400 nm. The 3500 carries a new-build list price reflecting its factory-fresh specification. Pre-owned Challenger 350 aircraft offer a proven operational track record and mature parts infrastructure. Buyers who prioritize value and proven performance favor the 350; those who require the latest cabin technology and a new-build warranty favor the 3500.
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