Models
| Model | Type | Registered | Valid | Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CL-600-2B16 | Fixed wing multi engine | 133 | 130 | 1987-1998 |
| CL-600 CHALLENGER | Fixed wing multi engine | 30 | 30 | 1981-1983 |
| CL-600-2A12 | Fixed wing multi engine | 19 | 19 | 1983-1986 |
| CF-5D | Fixed wing multi engine | 16 | 16 | 1966-1974 |
| CL600-2B16(CL601-3A) | Fixed wing multi engine | 3 | 3 | 1991-1995 |
| CT-33 | Fixed wing single engine | 3 | 3 | 1954-1959 |
| CL215 1A10 | Fixed wing multi engine | 2 | 2 | ?-? |
| CL600-1A11 | Fixed wing multi engine | 2 | 1 | 1981-1983 |
| CF-5A | Fixed wing multi engine | 1 | 1 | ?-? |
Canadair aircraft in the FAA registry
Canadair Ltd. was a Canadian civil and military aircraft manufacturer that operated from 1944 to 1986. In 1986, its assets were acquired by Bombardier Aerospace, the aviation division of Canadian transport conglomerate Bombardier Inc. The company’s origins lie in the establishment of a factory for Canadian Vickers in the Saint-Laurent borough of Montreal, at Cartierville Airport.
As of 2026-10-16, the FAA aircraft registry lists 210 aircraft under the manufacturer name "CANADAIR LTD". These registrations represent nine distinct models, with 206 valid registrations. The majority of these aircraft are fixed-wing multi-engine types, accounting for 207 of the total, while three are fixed-wing single-engine. Engine configurations are dominated by turbofan engines with 183 units, followed by 27 turbojet engines. Airworthiness classes include 178 standard and 19 experimental aircraft.
The CL-600-2B16 is the most prominent registered model, with 134 aircraft built between 1987 and 1998. These jets seat 22 passengers. The CL-600 CHALLENGER follows with 30 aircraft, built from 1981 to 1983, seating 13. The CL-600-2A12 has 19 registrations, produced between 1983 and 1986, with a 22-seat capacity. Military heritage is represented by the CF-5D, with 16 aircraft built from 1966 to 1974, seating two. Smaller numbers include the CL600-2B16(CL601-3A) with three units and the CT-33, also with three units.
Geographic distribution shows Texas with 30 registrations, Florida with 27, and Delaware with 25. Type certificate data sheets (TCDS) provide technical specifications for these models. For instance, TCDS A21EA, held by Bombardier Inc., covers the CL-600-2A12 model. Each model page includes specifications and the relevant TCDS, while every aircraft has a registration record by N-number.
The FAA registry also lists this manufacturer's aircraft under other names. Under "CANADAIR", there are 83 registered aircraft. Half of the "CANADAIR LTD" registrations were built in 1991 or earlier, with most production occurring between 1959 and 1998.
The FAA registry also lists this company's aircraft as CANADAIR.
Figures from the FAA registry file as of Oct 16, 2026. Company background: Wikipedia, Canadair.