Bombardier Challenger 300/350: how 755 jets are really flown
The busiest 5% made more than 39 flights a month and the quietest 5% fewer than 3: over 13 times as many, on the same type.
The hardest-worked 5% log 39 flights a month or more; the easiest-used, 3 or less. The middle aircraft sits at 10.
The harder end, one aircraft in twenty, is at 85% or more; the easier end near none.
The harder end, one aircraft in twenty, is at 18% or more; the easier end near none.
Fatigue
What each landing and pressurization cycle costs the structure: landings per hour and short hops.
The middle Challenger 300/350 flies 1.6 hours for every landing. One in twenty lands every 1.1 hours or sooner, the most cycles for its time.
Middle half 1.4–1.8 : 1Harder end: 5% at 1.1 : 1 or lessEasier end: 5% at 2.2 : 1 or more
Middle half 28–41%Harder end: 5% at 56% or moreEasier end: 5% at 15% or less
Middle half 389–595 nmLowest 5%: 259 nm or lessHighest 5%: 871 nm or more
Context, not graded: the tint marks the harder and easier end of the fleet.
Spread of trip lengths
All 755 Challenger 300/350sThe data behind it
Every measure for the 755 North America Challenger 300/350s, 1 Aug 2025 – 31 Jul 2026.| Measure | Fleet median | Middle half |
|---|---|---|
| Hours per landing Each aircraft’s average flight hours per landing | 1.6 : 1 | 1.4–1.8 : 1 |
| Short hops Share of legs under 300 nm | 35% | 28–41% |
| Leg length Median leg | 481 nm | 389–595 nm |
Corrosion
What the air around it does overnight: salt, damp and freeze–thaw.
The middle Challenger 300/350 spends 4% of its nights within 2 km of the coast. One in twenty spends 18% or more of them there.
Middle half <1–9%Harder end: 5% at 18% or moreEasier end: 5% at 0%
Middle half 6.0–8.1 hHarder end: 5% at 10.6 h or moreEasier end: 5% at 3.4 h or less
Middle half 4–13%Harder end: 5% at 25% or moreEasier end: 5% at 1% or less
Context, not graded: the tint marks the harder and easier end of the fleet.
Salt air across the fleet
609 Challenger 300/350sThe data behind it
Every measure for the 609 of the 755 North America Challenger 300/350s with enough nights at known fields, 1 Aug 2025 – 31 Jul 2026 (12 on their record since 1 Jan 2025: too few in the 12 months).| Measure | Fleet median | Middle half |
|---|---|---|
| Salt air Nights within 2 km of the coast | 4% | <1–9% |
| Near the coast Nights within 10 km of the coast | 25% | 6–44% |
| Damp air Hours a day at 80% humidity or more, above freezing | 7.1 h | 6.0–8.1 h |
| Freeze–thaw Nights that froze and thawed within the day | 8% | 4–13% |
| Moisture in the air Average absolute humidity overnight | 9.5 g/m³ | 8.4–10.5 g/m³ |
Engines and brakes
What departures ask of engines, brakes and tires: heat and height, and runway length.
The middle Challenger 300/350 leaves from a short runway on 20% of its departures. One in twenty does on 54% or more.
Middle half 15–26%Harder end: 5% at 54% or moreEasier end: 5% at 7% or less
Middle half 3–9%Harder end: 5% at 18% or moreEasier end: 5% at 0%
Middle half 1,206–1,717 ftHarder end: 5% at 3,004 ft or moreEasier end: 5% at 693 ft or less
Context, not graded: the tint marks the harder and easier end of the fleet.
Runway margin at departure
124,220 departuresThe data behind it
Every measure for the 755 North America Challenger 300/350s, 1 Aug 2025 – 31 Jul 2026 (2 on their record since 1 Jan 2025: too few departures in the 12 months).| Measure | Fleet median | Middle half |
|---|---|---|
| Short runways Departures where the longest runway was under 1.25× the takeoff distance | 20% | 15–26% |
| Hot, high takeoffs Departures at 5,000 ft density altitude or more | 6% | 3–9% |
| Density altitude Typical density altitude at takeoff | 1,432 ft | 1,206–1,717 ft |
Utilization
How steadily the fleet is used: flights, flying days and estimated hours.
The middle Challenger 300/350 made 10 flights a month. The busiest 5% made 39 or more, the quietest 3 or fewer.
Middle half 5.8–25.8Harder end: 5% at 39.1 or moreEasier end: 5% at 3.2 or less
Middle half 4.3–14.0Harder end: 5% at 18.3 or moreEasier end: 5% at 2.6 or less
Middle half 114–527 hHarder end: 5% at ≈761 h or moreEasier end: 5% at ≈57 h or less
Context, not graded: the tint marks the harder and easier end of the fleet.
Month by month
12 monthsMedian flights per aircraft that flew that month · darker bar is the busiest month, June 2026
The data behind it
Every measure for the 755 North America Challenger 300/350s, every active aircraft (no 40% tracking floor here: on this type it would change which aircraft are compared, not just drop undercounted ones), 1 Aug 2025 – 31 Jul 2026.| Measure | Fleet median | Middle half |
|---|---|---|
| Flights a month In the months it flew | 9.8 | 5.8–25.8 |
| Days flown a month Days with at least one flight | 6.6 | 4.3–14.0 |
| Estimated hours a year From time in the air | ≈194 h | 114–527 h |
Buying, selling or financing a Challenger 300/350?
See where your Challenger 300/350 sits in the fleet.
Enter a tail number to place it against these 755 aircraft. TailCheck grades it on Fatigue, Corrosion, Engines and brakes, and Utilization, with every percentile shown.
Where Challenger 300/350s are based and fly
Dallas Love is home to more Challenger 300/350s than any other field, 29 of the 475 with a home base.
Washington Dulles–Teterboro is the busiest route: 679 flights by 250 different aircraft.
Where Challenger 300/350s are based
| Field | Share | Aircraft |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas Love | 29 | |
| Scottsdale | 18 | |
| Memphis | 11 | |
| Toronto Pearson | 10 | |
| Baton Rouge Metropolitan | 9 | |
| John Glenn Columbus | 9 |
Busiest Challenger 300/350 routes
| Between | Flights |
|---|---|
| Washington Dulles ⇄ Teterboro | 679 flights |
| Palm Beach ⇄ Teterboro | 527 |
| Austin-Bergstrom ⇄ Dallas Love | 448 |
| Logan ⇄ Teterboro | 378 |
| Lawrence G. Hanscom ⇄ Teterboro | 356 |
| Toronto Pearson ⇄ Teterboro | 348 |
Longest Challenger 300/350 flights
| Between | Distance · time |
|---|---|
| Brussels → Toronto Pearson | 3,263 nm · 7 h 36 min |
| Kona → San Antonio | 3,166 nm · 7 h 22 min |
| Igor I Sikorsky Memorial → Rotterdam The Hague | 3,111 nm · 7 h 54 min |
| Toronto Pearson → London Biggin Hill | 3,101 nm · 6 h 39 min |
| Kenai → Richmond | 3,023 nm · 7 h 38 min |
Busiest Challenger 300/350s this year
The busiest Challenger 300/350 made 50 flights a month, five times the middle aircraft.
Even the tenth on this list made 44.
Ranked by flights a month · updated monthly
| # | Tail | Variant | Flights a month | Estimated hours a year | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N513FX | Challenger 350 | 50 | 953 h | Check this tail → |
| 2 | N596FX | Challenger 350 | 50 | 921 h | Check this tail → |
| 3 | N511FX | Challenger 350 | 50 | 941 h | Check this tail → |
| 4 | N514FX | Challenger 350 | 48 | 837 h | Check this tail → |
| 5 | N512FX | Challenger 350 | 48 | 842 h | Check this tail → |
| 6 | N590FX | Challenger 350 | 47 | 838 h | Check this tail → |
| 7 | N598FX | Challenger 350 | 45 | 883 h | Check this tail → |
| 8 | N544FX | Challenger 350 | 45 | 845 h | Check this tail → |
| 9 | N586FX | Challenger 350 | 44 | 891 h | Check this tail → |
| 10 | N567FX | Challenger 350 | 44 | 806 h | Check this tail → |
Challenger 300/350 vs other aircraft of its size
Medians for each North America fleet, same window and method.
It ranks 2nd of 5 types in its size group on flights a month.
| Type | Tracked | Flights a month | Hours a year | Median leg | Hours per landing | Short hops |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bombardier Challenger 300/350 | 755 | 9.8 | 194 h | 481 nm | 1.6 : 1 | 35% |
| Bombardier Challenger 600 series | 501 | 8.2 | 180 h | 498 nm | 1.7 : 1 | 34% |
| Gulfstream GIV/G450 | 495 | 8.5 | 189 h | 560 nm | 1.9 : 1 | 33% |
| Dassault Falcon 2000 | 409 | 6.5 | 135 h | 523 nm | 1.7 : 1 | 32% |
| Cessna Citation X | 256 | 10.5 | 195 h | 607 nm | 1.7 : 1 | 29% |
Challenger 300/350 vs Citation Latitude →Challenger 300/350 vs Citation X →Challenger 300/350 vs Falcon 2000 →Challenger 300/350 vs Praetor 600 →Challenger 300/350 vs G280 →
Do older Challenger 300/350s fly differently?
Age matters: by year built, the median Challenger 300/350 in each band flew between 147 and 420 estimated hours a year.
Show the tableHide the table
| Serial block | Built | Tracked | Hours a year | Median leg | Short hops |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20004–20037 | 2002–04 | 20 | 173 h | 534 nm | 33% |
| 20029–20188 | 2005–07 | 109 | 205 h | 514 nm | 34% |
| 20191–20309 | 2008–10 | 76 | 153 h | 532 nm | 32% |
| 20312–20442 | 2011–13 | 89 | 147 h | 522 nm | 34% |
| 20409–20665 | 2014–16 | 108 | 420 h | 463 nm | 37% |
| 20182–20836 | 2017–19 | 112 | 308 h | 439 nm | 36% |
| 20348–20937 | 2020–22 | 60 | 253 h | 509 nm | 33% |
| 20939–21082 | 2023–25 | 71 | 157 h | 445 nm | 38% |
US-registered aircraft only: the FAA registry gives serial number and year of manufacture for 645 of the 755 we track. Built = year of manufacture. Avionics upgrades are fitted by modification and the registry doesn’t show them, so check an aircraft’s records.
Challenger 300 vs Challenger 350: on paper
One page covers both models: the tracking data doesn’t tell them apart.
On paper they differ in weights and range. Certified figures come from the type certificate data sheet; the rest are the manufacturer’s.
| Measure | Challenger 300 | Challenger 350 | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum takeoff weight (certified) | 38,500–38,850 lb | 40,600 lb | UK CAA TCDS UK.TC.A.00099 Issue 2, p.9 — Challenger 300: 38,500 lb (S/N 20002–20500) · 38,850 lb (with M.S.100T010126, BB100T010126 & S.B. 100-11-01 (increased maximum weight)) |
| Maximum ramp weight (certified) | 38,650–39,000 lb | 40,750 lb | EASA TCDS EASA.IM.A.080 Issue 11, p.8 — Challenger 300: 38,650 lb (S/N 20002–20500) · 39,000 lb (with M.S.100T010126, BB100T010126 & S.B. 100-11-01 (increased maximum weight)) |
| Fuel capacity (certified) | 14,150 lb | 14,150 lb | UK CAA TCDS UK.TC.A.00099 Issue 2, p.7 |
| Range (manufacturer) | ≈ 3,065 nm | ≈ 3,200 nm | Challenger 300: Manufacturer (archived spec page, 29 Sep 2012); Challenger 350: Manufacturer (archived spec page, 14 Jul 2021) |
| Takeoff distance (manufacturer) | — | 4,835 ft | Manufacturer (archived spec page, 14 Jul 2021) |
| Passengers | Up to 16 certified | Up to 16 certified | EASA TCDS EASA.IM.A.080 Issue 11, p.8 |
| Fuel capacity, US gallons (approx.) | ≈ 2,110 US gal | ≈ 2,110 US gal | From the certified pounds at 6.7 lb per US gallon of Jet A; actual density varies with temperature |
| High-speed cruise (manufacturer) | Mach 0.82 | Mach 0.82 | Challenger 300: Manufacturer (archived spec page, 29 Sep 2012); Challenger 350: Manufacturer (archived spec page, 14 Jul 2021) |
| Length (manufacturer) | — | 68 ft 8 in | Manufacturer (archived spec page, 14 Jul 2021) |
| Wingspan (manufacturer) | — | 69 ft | Manufacturer (archived spec page, 14 Jul 2021) |
| Height (manufacturer) | — | 20 ft | Manufacturer (archived spec page, 14 Jul 2021) |
What the Challenger 300/350’s certification file says
Regulators publish an operational evaluation for each type: how pilots must be rated and trained, and what training must stress.
Here is what the Challenger 300/350 files say, each item with its source.
Crewing a Challenger 300/350
| Item | What the file says |
|---|---|
| Type rating | CL30, covering the Challenger 300 and Challenger 350ANAC OER Original, p.10 |
| Minimum crew | 2 pilotsEASA TCDS EASA.IM.A.080 Issue 11, p.8 |
| Switching between variants | Level B familiarization training between the Challenger 300 and 350.ANAC OER Original, p.10 |
| Full initial course | 14 days.ANAC OER Original, p.19 |
Sources
| Document | Revision |
|---|---|
| EASA TCDS IM.A.080 — Bombardier BD-100-1A10 (Challenger 300, Challenger 350) | EASA · Issue 11 · 14 Feb 2025 |
| ANAC Operational Evaluation Report — BD-100-1A10 Challenger 300/350 | ANAC · Original · 12 Dec 2014 |
Chartering a Challenger 300/350
402 of the 755 North America Challenger 300/350s we track are on our charter list (53%).
Charter aircraft flew a median 489 estimated hours a year on 24 flights a month; the rest flew 127 hours on 7.
Where charter Challenger 300/350s are based
| Field | Share | Aircraft |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas Love | 15 | |
| Teterboro | 9 | |
| Toronto Pearson | 8 | |
| Scottsdale | 8 | |
| Fort Lauderdale | 5 | |
| Raleigh-Durham | 5 |
Charter status is our own list, built from FAA records and public listings of charter aircraft. No charter rates: prices depend on the operator and the trip. Check a specific aircraft’s record with its tail number before you book.
Challenger 300/350 questions
How many hours a year does a Challenger 300/350 fly?
The median North America Challenger 300/350 flies about 194 estimated hours a year; the middle half sits between 114 and 527. About 1 in 20 flies more than 761.
How often does a Challenger 300/350 fly?
10 flights a month on 7 flying days at the median. About 1 in 20 makes more than 39 flights a month.
How long is a typical Challenger 300/350 flight?
The median leg is 481 nm. About 1 in 20 aircraft average more than 871 nm a leg.
How often do Challenger 300/350 aircraft use short runways?
At the median, 20% of departures are from fields whose longest runway is under 1.25 times the type’s takeoff distance. About 1 in 20 keep it to 7% or less.
Is a high-hours Challenger 300/350 a bad buy?
Not by itself. High hours on long legs are gentler on the structure than the same hours on short hops. Look at hours per landing and short-hop share alongside hours.
Can a Challenger 300/350 fly across the Atlantic?
Yes. The manufacturer quotes 3,065 nm (3,200 nm for the Challenger 350). In our tracking window, 70 of the 755 North America aircraft flew 123 nonstop crossings between the Americas and Europe or Africa. The busiest were Shannon–Bangor (10 flights), Shannon–Teterboro (5 flights), Dublin–Bangor (4 flights).
How many gallons of fuel does a Challenger 300/350 hold?
About 2,110 US gallons for the Challenger 300 and 2,110 for the Challenger 350. The type certificate gives the capacity in pounds (14,150 and 14,150 lb); we convert at 6.7 lb per gallon of Jet A, so the gallons are approximate.
Where are most Challenger 300/350 aircraft based?
In North America, Dallas Love is home to the most, followed by Scottsdale and Memphis. A base is the field an aircraft touches on most of its flying days, month after month.
Cite this data
The Aircraft Ledger. “Bombardier Challenger 300/350 fleet statistics.” Data to 31 July 2026. theaircraftledger.com/aircraft/bombardier/challenger-300
Method: Bombardier Challenger 300/350 aircraft with most departures in North America and at least 20 tracked flights in the latest twelve full months. Flight measures, bases, routes and rankings use ADS-B tracking 1 Aug 2025 – 31 Jul 2026; corrosion and engines-and-brakes exposure use the same twelve months, or an aircraft’s record since 1 Jan 2025 when it had too few nights or departures in them. Estimated hours from time in the air. Tracking misses some flights, so counts and hours are minimums. ADS-B coverage grew over the window, so we don’t compare one year with the last. Tracking can’t tell one variant from another; the variant split, the busiest table’s variants and the age table use the FAA registry, so they cover US-registered aircraft only. We assume the longest runway at each field, so short-runway figures are conservative. Corrosion measures cover the aircraft we can place on enough nights. Charter status is our own list, built from FAA records and public listings of charter aircraft. About our data