Quito's long 13,445-foot runway accommodates the Bombardier Challenger 350; the binding factor is density altitude at 7,841 feet, so plan on payload or fuel trims on warm days, but it operates routinely. Final landing performance is calculated by the operating crew for the specific date, weather, and load.
Quito at a Glance
| Quito (SEQM/UIO) | Detail |
|---|---|
| Runway length | 13,445 ft |
| Field elevation | 7,841 ft |
| Key limit | 13,445 ft runway · 7,841 ft elevation |
How the Bombardier Challenger 350 Measures Up
| Bombardier Challenger 350 | Spec |
|---|---|
| Class | super-midsize jet |
| Wingspan | ~68.9 ft |
| Max takeoff weight | 40,600 lb (~18 t) |
In short, the Bombardier Challenger 350 fits Quito's requirements. As always, the operating crew calculates final performance for the specific date, weather, and load.
Comparing options? See the Aircraft Capability hub, the Quito airport guide, or the Bombardier Challenger 350 specifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Quito's long 13,445-foot runway accommodates the Bombardier Challenger 350; the binding factor is density altitude at 7,841 feet, so plan on payload or fuel trims on warm days, but it operates routinely. Final landing performance is calculated by the operating crew for the specific date, weather, and load.
Mariscal Sucre International Airport (SEQM/UIO): 13,445 ft runway · 7,841 ft elevation. Final dispatch performance is always calculated by the operating crew for the specific flight.
At 7,841 feet the thin air reduces performance, so jets carry reduced fuel or payload, especially on warm days. Its 13,445-foot runway is otherwise long enough for the aircraft covered here.
Quito suits aircraft that meet its high-altitude performance requirements — see The Jet Finder's Aircraft Capability hub for specific aircraft.
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