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Big Planes Kits BPK14406 Canadair Challenger CL 604/605 1:144 |
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| The Bombardier Challenger 600 is a business jet family originally developed by Bombardier following acquisition of the concept LearStar 600 from Bill Lear. Lear had really no influence on the design and development and thus Canadair took on the Challenger name for the aircraft. The prototype first flew in 1978. Following the acquisition of Canadair by Bombardier in 1986 the aircraft became known as the Bombardier Challenger.
The aircraft can be distinguished by use of Fowler Flaps normally seen on airliners. Following The CL-601 is a newer version featuring winglets to reduce drag. As well as civilian operator many air arms acquired the aircraft for VIP and other duties. This was later followed by the CL-604, this incorporated new GE CF34-3B engines, new avionics from Rockwell Collins, an increased fuel capacity, and structural improvements to the wings and tail. As more fuel is carried the undercarriage has been replaced by unit which can carry the increased weight. The US Coastguard has purchased a single aircraft which they have designated C-143A for the role of Medium Range Command & control (MRC2A).
4 schemes are provided:
C-143A US Coastguard, Tennessee, USA 2007.
CL-605, QATAR, Lviv, Ukraine 2013
CL-604 Royal Australian Air Force, Melbourne, 2017
REGA Swiss Air Ambulance, 2011 |
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