Challenger 604

Description

The Bombardier Challenger 604 is a reliable and spacious aircraft, making it a popular choice for air ambulance services. Here’s a detailed overview:

Specifications of the Challenger 604

• Crew: 2 pilots
• Capacity: Up to 12 passengers
• Wingspan: 64 ft 4 in (19.61 m)
• Length: 68 ft 5 in (20.86 m)
• Height: 20 ft 11 in (6.40 m)
• Max Takeoff Weight: 48,200 lbs (21,863 kg)
• Max Payload: 5,500 lbs (2,495 kg)
• Cruise Speed: 541 mph (870 km/h)
• Range: 4,000 nautical miles (7,408 km)
• Service Ceiling: 41,000 ft¹²

Medical Equipment

The Challenger 604 can be equipped with a variety of medical equipment to ensure comprehensive patient care during flights. This includes:

• Cardiac Monitors: For continuous monitoring of heart activity.
• Ventilators: To assist or control breathing.
• IV Infusion Pumps: For administering medications and fluids.
• Oxygen Systems: Individual oxygen systems for patients.
• Vacuum Systems: For suctioning fluids.
• Defibrillators: For emergency cardiac care.
• Portable Isolation Units: For infectious disease control³⁴.

Medical Crew

The medical crew on a Challenger 604 air ambulance typically includes:

• Registered Nurses (RNs): With ICU or ER experience.
• Paramedics: Trained in advanced life support.
• Respiratory Therapists (RRTs): For managing ventilators and respiratory care.
• Physicians: Depending on the patient’s condition and requirements⁴.

Bedding and Cabin Configuration

• Stretchers: The Challenger 604 can accommodate up to two stretchers or a combination of stretchers and seats for medical personnel.
• Seating: Configurable seating for medical staff, typically four to six seats.
• Cargo Door: A large cargo door facilitates easy loading and unloading of patients on stretchers³⁴.

Mileage and Performance

• Cruise Speed: 541 mph (870 km/h)
• Range: 4,000 nautical miles (7,408 km)
• Short-Field Performance: Capable of operating from short and unpaved runways, enhancing its ability to reach remote areas¹².

Why Choose the Challenger 604 for Air Ambulance Services?

• Versatility: Certified for operation on various terrains, including grass, gravel, dirt, and snow.
• Rapid Response: Short takeoff and landing capabilities for quicker response times.
• Comfort and Space: Spacious cabin for patient care and medical equipment.
• Reliability: Proven performance in challenging conditions³¹.

The Bombardier Challenger 604 is designed to provide a high level of care and efficiency, making it a top choice for air ambulance services.