Bombardier Challenger 604

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19 Apr 2026 · © Judge Dredd

A sleek Bombardier Challenger 604 business jet (VH-L2B) awaits its next executive flight under clear skies.

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Kiwi Aviation · 20 Apr 2026

Incredible capture!

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Aircraft

Challenger 604 CL60

Private livery - white with black trim, \'B\' roundel on tail

VH-L2B

Registration

Manufacturer

Bombardier

Gear

FUJIFILM X-S10 XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS II

Achievements

Private Jet Pro, Vintage Voyager

2 badges earned

Location

Shep’s Mound

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport · SYD/YSSY

-33.9461, 151.1770

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Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport SYD

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

A popular long-range business jet, an evolution of the Challenger 600 series.

Fleet Rarity

One of over 600 built; not extremely rare, but less common than large commercial jets.

Record Flights

Common for transcontinental and transoceanic business flights.

Safety & Events

Generally a safe aircraft type; occasional minor incidents (engine issues, runway excursions).

Future Outlook

Majority still active in global business jet fleets.

Specifications

General Electric CF34-3B

Engine

19.61 m

Wingspan

20.85 m

Length

4,100 km

Range

850 km/h

Speed

10-19 passengers

Capacity

21,591 kg

MTOW

6.3 m

Height

2 × 38.83 kN (8,729 lbf)

Thrust

Stage 3 (ICAO Annex 16) ~77 dB

Noise