The Challenger 601 heavy private jet, manufactured by Bombardier, was built to deliver wholesome comfort for non-stop trans-continental travel. This popular model of aircraft reset the standard for comfort, performance and low cabin noise among the large business jet class. They offer premium luxury and style, as they are configured with the widest cabin in the heavy jet category, comfortably seating up to 12 passengers. A large forward galley enables first class in-flight dining and the aft private lavatory, with access to the oversized pressurized luggage compartment, further contributes to the functionality and comfort of this aircraft.
The Challenger 601 is an upgraded version of the Challenger 600 series with the addition of General Electric CF-34 engines and in some versions winglets which improved fuel economy and increased range. The Challenger 601 series is most known for its large cabin, oversized cargo capacity and cross country performance. Standard configurations include seating for 12 to 14 passengers with some custom configurations with as many as passenger seats. The Challenger 600 series has been flying since 1983 with excellent dispatch reliability and is one of the most efficient large cabin jets available.