1997 Bombardier Challenger 604
Large Cabin Jet
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRTCAS (Traffic Collision Avoidance System): Collins TTR-2100 TCAS II with Change 7.1
EGPWS (Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System): Honeywell Mark V DME (Distance Measuring Equipment): Dual Collins DME-442 ADF (Automatic Direction Finder): Dual Collins ADF-462 Radar Altimeter: Collins ALT 55B Transponders: Dual Collins TDR 94D VHF Communication/Nav Radios: Dual Collins VHF-422C Comms w/ 8.33 spacing VOR Nav: Dual Collins VIR-432 HF Communication: Dual Collins 9031A ELT (Emergency Locator Transmitter): Artex G406-1 CVR (Cockpit Voice Recorder): L3 A100S FDR (Flight Data Recorder): L3 F1000 Satcom: AirCellST-3100Description
Fresh 48 Month - Completed by Duncan Aviation Provo - July 2025 Engines enrolled on GE OnPoint APU enrolled on MSP ATG-5000 WiFi (C1 Upgrade) Currently operated Part-135
Interior
Forward - 4 Place Club Aft - 4 Place Divan opposite 2 Place Club Crew Jump Seat installed Airshow 400 ATG-5000 WiFi (C1 Updgrade) Aircell ST-3100 Satcom 110VAC Outlets TIA Microwave Oven & Coffeemaker Cockpit Seats recovered with new Leather / Sheepskin - September 2025
Exterior
Matterhorn White and Royal Blue with Las Vegas Gold and Gloss Black Stripes
Inspection
*Fresh 48-Month completed 7/25 by Duncan Aviation (Provo)* - 6 Month Inspection complied with Dec 2025; next due May 2026 - 12 Month Inspection complied with May 2025; next due April 2026 - 24 Month Inspection complied with May 2025; next due May 2027 - 36 Month Inspection complied with May 2025; next due April 2028 - 48 Month Inspection complied with July 2025; next due April 2029 - 96 Month Inspection complied with July 2021; next due April 2029 - MLG Detailed Inspection complied with July 2021; next due April 2029
Modifications / STCs
• ATG-5000 (C1 Upgrade)
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
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About This Bombardier Challenger 604
This 1997 Bombardier Challenger 604 (N530BD) is a 12-seat large cabin jet . There are currently 26 Challenger 604 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $3,500,000 to $6,950,000.
The Challenger 604 cruises at 450 kts (833 km/h) with a range of 4,077 nm (7,551 km) — enough for transcontinental flights without refueling. Service ceiling of 41,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 310 GPH (1173 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $1705/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $3,800/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $600,000.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Bombardier Challenger 604 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N530BD.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.
Safety Record
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