2012 Bombardier Challenger 605
Large Cabin Jet
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRPro Line 21 Advanced Engine Indication & Crew Alerting System (EICAS) Electronic Flight Instrument System (EFIS) Channel Auto Flight System Safe Flight Auto Throttle System Triple Collins FMS-6000 Flight Management System (FMS) Integrated Flight Information System (IFIS) FANS 1/A
CPDLC Thales Integrated 3 in 1 Standby Instrument Dual Air Data System (ADS) Weather Radar Dual Radio Altimeter Dual Global Positioning System (GPS) Interia Reference System (IRS) Runaway Awareness & Advisory System Dual VHF Navigation System Dual Automatic Direction Finder (ADF) Dual Distance Measuring Equipment (DME) Dual Enhance Mode
Air Traffic Controller Transponders (ATC) Traffic & Collision Avoidance System (TCAS 7.1) Terrain Awareness & Warning System (TAWS) Triple VHF Communication System (8.33 kHz spacing) Dual Digital HF Communication System Dual Channel Interphone System Flight Data Recorder
L3 Communications (FDR) Cockpit Voice Recorder L3 Communications (CVR) Emergency Locator Transmitter ARTEX 406 Mhz (ELT) Autopilot Single Data Loader SELCAL System STORMSCOPELightning Detection System (LDS) Datalink with Inmarsat SatCom Interface Fire Detection & Warning System (FDWS)
Description
Step into a refreshed Challenger 605 designed for comfort and connectivity. With seating for 12, high-speed ATG 5000 internet, a renewed cabin, and a pristine new paint scheme. This aircraft delivers a refined, modern onboard experience—ideal for both business and leisure travel. HIGHLIGHTS
12 passenger configuration
Enrolled on all programs
Maintained w/ EASA P145 organization
Pro Line 21 Advanced
Aircell ATG 5000
Cabin refurbishment 2024
Paint done 2025
No damage history
Interior
NUMBER OF PASSENGERS Twelve (12) FORWARD CABIN CONFIGURATION Four-place club AFT CABIN CONFIGURATION Four-place club opposite , Four -place divan LAVATORY LOCATION Aft GALLEY LOCATION Forward GALLEY EQUIPMENT Coffee maker, High temp oven, Microwave oven, Redi hot dispenser ENTERTAINMENT & CONNECTIVITY Aircell ATG-5000 Wi-Fi System One dual DVD/CD Player 18” LCD TV screen forward bulkhead 18” LCD TV screen aft bulkhead Airshow 4000 Network / Airshow Cockpit display 3D map . high res map ICS 200 Two Channel Iridium Statelittle phone Inmarsat 3 Channel SATCOM ADDITIONAL Cabin refurbishment - 2024
Exterior
Matterhorn white with stripes in gold, blue and purple New Paint done Jun - 2025
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
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Listing Source
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Switzerland | May 19, 2026 | — | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Bombardier Challenger 605
This 2012 Bombardier Challenger 605 (VQ-BAR) is a 12-seat large cabin jet with 4,239 hours on the airframe. There are currently 24 Challenger 605 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $12,000,000 to $12,000,000.
The Challenger 605 cruises at 450 kts (833 km/h) with a range of 4,045 nm (7,491 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 $3,900/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $650,000. With 4,239 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has 761 hours remaining to engine TBO .
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Bombardier Challenger 605 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).
This aircraft (VQ-BAR) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
Switzerland
CH
Seller reportedTitle 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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