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Gallery: Bombardier Unveils The Challenger 3500

Molly McMillin

Debut Of The Challenger 3500

Bombardier unveiled the Challenger 3500 at a gala ceremony at its Duval, Quebec, facilities on Sept. 14, marking its official launch. The aircraft, which will replace the Challenger 350, includes a number of technological updates, high-end features and sustainabile interior choices. Here, the company readies for the unveiling. Credit: Molly McMillin/AviationWeek

The Launch

Bombardier unveiled the Challenger 3500 at a ceremony at its Duval, Quebec, facilities, with a mockup focused on technological updates and sustainability. Because of Canadian COVID regulations, attendees were limited to no more than 250. Credit: Molly McMillin/AviationWeek

A Focus On The Interior

Bombardier’s focus on the Challenger 3500’s cabin comes as a growing number of passengers turn to private aviation for the first time spurred by the pandemic. The $26.7 million aircraft is priced the same as the Challenger 350. Eric Martell, Bombardier president and CEO, addresses those gathered for the unveiling of the mockup on Sept. 14. Credit: Molly McMillin/AviationWeek

Sustainable Choices

Bombardier designed the interior with an eye on sustainability. It will be the first in its segment to receive an Environmental Product Declaration, which outlines the aircraft’s life-cycle environmental footprint. Bombardier also is giving customers the option of selecting sustainable materials and fabrics in its interior. The redesigned galley, which includes a lighted storage for crystal glassware and optional see-through wine storage, was manufacturered using veneers made from eucalyptus trees, a fast-growing renewable resource. It also is offering the use of “upcycled” fabrics reclaimed for manufacturing. Credit: Bombardier

Global 7500 Touches

Bombardier is outfitting the Challenger 3500 with its patented Nuage seating designed for the Global 7500 ultra-long-range jet but refined and scaled for the aircraft's size. Nuage is the French word for cloud. Each seat includes a deep-recline and patented tilt-link system for comfort. The seats are installed on a “floating base” without visible floor rails. Credit: Bombardier

Interior Touches

The divan inside the Challenger 3500 includes pull-out drawers on either end to store drinks, snacks and other items. The drawers are positioned for passengers to easily access them. Credit: Bombardier

Voice-Controlled Lighting, Temperature

Interior upgrades include the use of voice control to manage lighting, temperature and entertainment systems. Wireless chargers will be placed throughout the cabin along with 24-in. displays, new LED lighting and a redesigned sound system. Credit: Bombardier

Autothrottle & An Eco App

The Challenger 3500 retains the Honeywell HTF7350 engines and Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced avionics system found in the Challenger 350. It introduces a standard-equipped autothrottle system and an eco app to help operators optimize their flight plans to reduce fuel burn and carbon emissions. Credit: Bombardier
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Bombardier introduced the Challenger 3500 on Sept. 14, a refresh to the Challenger 350 super midsize business jet with an autothrottle, updated interior and new technologies. The aircraft is expected to enter service in the second half of 2022. 

Molly McMillin

Molly McMillin, a 25-year aviation journalist, is managing editor of business aviation for the Aviation Week Network and editor-in-chief of The Weekly of Business Aviation, an Aviation Week market intelligence report.

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