Data as of April 13, 2026
The Challenger 300 market continues to demonstrate strong liquidity and consistent buyer demand, supported by a deep global operator base and a well-understood ownership profile. Activity remains elevated, with a significant portion of transactions occurring off-market.
Fleet Size and Availability
There are currently 22 aircraft for sale, representing 4.9% of the fleet.
This reflects a balanced but active inventory environment, with enough supply to support transaction flow while still maintaining competitive pressure on well-positioned aircraft. Notably, 26 of the 42 recent transactions occurred off-market, reinforcing that a majority of deal flow is not visible through traditional listing channels.
Market Listings
Current asking prices range from $7.95M to $14.295M, compared to a sold range of $8.75M to $12.5M.
The spread between ask and executed pricing highlights a familiar dynamic in this segment:
• Top-tier aircraft continue to command strong values within the core range
• Higher asking prices are often tied to newer vintages or upgraded interiors, but do not always translate to closed transactions at those levels
Overall, the market remains price-sensitive but rational, with buyers anchoring to recent comparable sales.
Sales Activity
Over the past six months, 42 aircraft have sold, representing 9.4% of the fleet—a clear signal of healthy turnover and strong absorption.
Average days on market are effectively aligned:
• 151 days for current listings
• 152 days for sold aircraft
This consistency indicates a well-calibrated market, where pricing and buyer expectations are largely in sync.
Monthly sales activity shows a notable spike in December, followed by steadier transaction levels, suggesting episodic demand surges layered on top of consistent baseline activity.
Key Takeaways
• Market remains highly liquid with strong transaction volume
• A majority of transactions are occurring off-market
• Ask pricing above core market range is not consistently clearing
• Days on market alignment reflects pricing discipline
• Buyer demand remains broad and stable across vintages
Key Insight
The Challenger 300 market continues to function as a benchmark for liquidity in the super-midsize segment. With nearly 10% of the fleet trading hands in six months and a majority of those deals occurring off-market, success is increasingly driven by access and execution rather than exposure alone. Sellers who align with the core market range are achieving predictable outcomes, while buyers without access beyond public listings risk missing a substantial share of available opportunities.
