Inside The $32 Million Bombardier Challenger 850 Private Jet

0:00 Intro
This is the Bombardier Challenger 850, a highperformance jet that doesn't compromise on comfort or luxury. Here is everything you need to know about the Bombardier Challenger 850.

0:33 Cabin
The cabin boasts an expansive volume of 1,625 cubic feet or 56 cubic meters, and features a standup configuratio. The plane features an interior that is 6 feet 1 inch or 1.85 meters high, and 8 feet 2 inches or 2.50 meters wide, with plenty of leg space. While the jet can accommodate up to 16 passengers, it is typically configured to hold 12 to 15 passengers.
The cabin layout typically comprises 3 zones. Some configurations allow comfortable seating that can be converted into beds.
Aesthetically, the cabin is a testament to the heights of luxury and design sophistication that Bombardier has reached. Plush seating, tastefully chosen color palettes, and highquality materials. The ambient noise levels in the cabin are impressively low. Furthermore, the interior lighting, adjustable to fit the time of day or mood, plays an integral part in enhancing the overall inflight experience.
Complementing the spacious cabin is a wellequipped galley capable of serving a variety of gourmet meals and beverages throughout the flight. As for lavatories, the Challenger 850 features a deluxe lavatory for passengers, apart from a separate one for the crew.
Entertainment is toptier, featuring stateoftheart systems that include options for audio, video, and connectivity.
The jet provides 115 cubic feet or 3,250 liters of accessible internal storage. The temperature and air circulation systems work smoothly. Moreover, the windows are quite large.

3:19 Cockpit
The Bombardier Challenger 850 cockpit is designed for a crew of two pilots and is equipped with a third jump seat for an additional crew member or observer.
In terms of the layout, there are two yoke control columns that handle pitch control.
The central console is where you will find various controls and switches, including Flight Management System units, throttle controls, and radios.
The avionics suite is the heart of the cockpit, powered by the Rockwell Collins Pro Line 4. The suite features six tubestyle displays that deliver essential flight information, including airspeed, altitude, vertical speed, heading, and navigational data. The suite also includes systems such as the Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System and Traffic Collision Avoidance System, essential for the pilot's situational awareness and safety.
The Pro Line 4 system is wellregarded in the aviation industry for its reliability, easytoread display, and intuitive user interface. Its display screens offer critical data in a straightforward, clutterfree manner.
An optional feature in the cockpit is the headup display, or HeadUp Guidance System.
The pilot experience in the Challenger 850 is generally reported to be positive. The cockpit is wellsuited for longhaul, transcontinental flights. The seat comfort, roominess, and visibility from the cockpit all contribute to reducing fatigue on longer flights.

6:00 Engine and Performance
Talking about performance, the Bombardier Challenger 850 is powered by pair of General Electric CF343B1 turbofan engines, each producing 8,730 lbs of thrust. The aircraft requires 6,300 feet or 1,920 meters of runway to take off on a standard day. The engines allow a maximum rate of climb per minute of 3,400 feet or 1,040 meters, and a maximum cruising altitude of 41,000 feet or 12,500 meters. During climb, it takes a relatively quick 32 minutes to reach 37,000 feet or 11,300 meters. The plane has a maximum speed of 460 knots or Mach 0.85, a maximum cruise speed of 442 knots, and an average hourly fuel burn of 310 gallons or 1,170 liters.
The jet has a maximum range of 2,810 nautical miles, which is 3,235 miles or 5,200 kilometers, and a minimum landing distance of 4,120 feet or 1,250 meters, all while maintaining a maximum net payload of 9,400 lbs or 4,260 kg and a fullfuel payload of 360 lbs or 163 kg.

7:30 Purchase and Charter Price
The base Bombardier Challenger 850 price is $32 million before options, and the Bombardier Challenger 850 charter price is estimated at $12,000 to $16,000 per hour. Naturally, prices will vary depending on availability, fuel prices, ground fees, and more.

7:50 Operating Cost
While the annual fixed Bombardier Challenger 850 cost is roughly $600,000 to $900,000, the average hourly Bombardier Challenger 850 operating cost is estimated at $6,000 to $8,000.

8:01 Outro

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