1983 Bombardier Challenger 601 for sale

1983 Bombardier Challenger 601

Large Cabin Jet

FOR SALE
$1,300,000Overpriced
Location Scottsdale, AZ
Total Time 10,305 hrs
Engine SMOH 10,063 hrs
Seats 12
Reg # N490BA
Engine General Electric CF34-1A ×2
Cruise 435 kts (806 km/h)
ICAO Type CL60
✓ FAA Valid ✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

IFR
ADF: Dual Collins ADF-462 AFIS: STATAFIS Autopilot: FCS-4006 IFCS Package: ProLine 4 Radios: Dual Collins VHF-422C CVR: Fairchild A100S DME: Dual Collins DME-442 EFIS: Collins EFD-4077 6-Tube FDR: Fairchild F-1000 F.D: Collins FCS-4006 IFCS FMS: Collins FMS-6000 GPS: Collins GPS-4000 TAWS: Honeywell Mark V EGPWS w/ Windshear Detection TCAS: Collins TCXAS-II w/ Change 7 Weather: Collins RTA-854 Transponder: Dual Collins TDR-94D NAV Radios: Collins VIR-432 W FM

Interior

Excellent Condition Executive (9) passenger VIP Cream Leather, Suede Textured Headliner Leather Seating 6 Club, 3Divan Forward Galley, Burl walnut, Gold Plated Hardware

Exterior

Excellent Condition Matterhorn White With Black & Silver Strips

Inspection

GEAR OVERHAUL 08/2022 FRESH 60 MONTH 04/202

Modifications / STCs

ADS-B INSTALLED 07/2019

APU

RVSM

115 CUBIC FOOT BAGGAGE CAPACITY

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

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About This Bombardier Challenger 601

This 1983 Bombardier Challenger 601 (N490BA) is a 12-seat large cabin jet with 10,305 hours on the airframe. There are currently 24 Challenger 601 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $1,150 to $2,850,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $1,300,000.

The Challenger 601 cruises at 435 kts (806 km/h) with a range of 3,500 nm (6,482 km) — enough for transcontinental flights without refueling. Service ceiling of 41,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 300 GPH (1136 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $1650/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $4,200/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $600,000. With 10,305 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (5,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.

FAA registration status: Valid. NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

FAA registration: Valid (CISCO AERO - N9739 LLC)
Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 10,305 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (5,000 hrs)
Budget $4,500 for pre-purchase inspection

Bombardier Challenger 601 — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
12
Cruise Speed
435 kts (806 km/h)
Max Speed
459 kts (850 km/h)
Range
3,500 nm (6,482 km)
Ceiling
41,000 ft (12,497 m)
Max Weight
45,100 lbs (20,457 kg)
Useful Load
12,000 lbs (5,443 kg)
Fuel Capacity
2540 gal (9614 L)
Fuel Burn
300 GPH (1136 L/h)
Engines
2
TBO
5,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

BOMBARDIER Challenger 601

Fuel Burn
300.0 GPH
~$1950/hr
Variable Cost
$4,200/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$600,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$900,000
every 5,000 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the BOMBARDIER Challenger 601. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

Registered Owner

CISCO AERO - N9739 LLC

Registration Address

CISCO, TX

Certificate Issued

2024-05-20

Airworthiness

2022-11-14

FAA Status

Valid

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, updated Mar 15, 2026

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Scottsdale, AZ

Seller reported 189 more aircraft in AZ →

Title Status

No FAA title records

Available for US-registered aircraft only

Location note: Listed in Scottsdale, AZ but FAA registration shows CISCO, TX. Aircraft may have been relocated. Confirm current location with seller.

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.

Safety Record

No incidents found

NTSB database checked for N490BA.

AeroGurus Market Estimate AME

$1,300,000
Range: $1,300,000 — $1,300,000
Confidence: 40%
vs. Market
0%
Fair Price

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