CC-144 Challenger
The CC-144 Challenger is used to transport government officials and foreign dignitaries. It also supports military operations in Canada and around the world.
The Challenger can quickly deliver passengers almost anywhere. Some of the Royal Canadian Air Force’s Challengers are equipped to support emergency medical evacuations. They also have successfully supported many humanitarian and diplomatic missions.
| Length | 20.85 m |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 18.84 m |
| Height | 5.84 m |
| Maximum gross weight | 18,779 kg |
| Maximum speed | Mach 0.8 |
| Range | 5,926 km |
| Locations | Ottawa, Ont. |
| This aircraft is used for | Transport |
On June 6, 2020, the Government of Canada announced that it is replacing two Challenger model 601 utility aircraft with two Challenger model 650s for the Canadian Armed Forces to allow for continuation of mission critical roles.
June 6, 2020
Other Royal Canadian Air Force aircraft
- CC-130H Hercules
- CC-130J Hercules
- CC-138 Twin Otter
- CC-144 Challenger
- CC-150 Polaris
- CC-177 Globemaster III
- CC-295 Kingfisher
- CF-188 Hornet
- CH-139 Jet Ranger
- CH-146 Griffon
- CH-147F Chinook
- CH-148 Cyclone
- CH-149 Cormorant
- CP-140 Aurora
- CT-114 Tutor
- CT-142 Dash-8
- CT-155 Hawk
- CT-156 Harvard II
- BE-350 King Air
- Bell 412CF
- C-90B King Air
- Grob-G120A
- Historical aircraft
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