Owners and operators of Bombardier’s Challenger aircraft family are invited to attend the upcoming Challenger Week Advisory Committee Meeting, being held in Montreal from Oct. 6-8, 2026.
Join OEM experts and fellow Challenger 300/600 series aircraft operators for this in-person three-day meeting, designed to address owner and operator feedback and share important fleet updates. Get the latest manufacturer tips and guidance on top in-service technical issues, while networking with other fleet owners and operators at customized information sessions.
For more information on attending in person, please contact Bombardier Customer Support Representative Stela Ziakas at stela.ziakas@aero.bombardier.com or speak with an advisory representative below.
Challenger 300 advisory representatives
Chair: Ryan Sleight, (419) 537-3423, ryan.sleight@owenscorning.com
Co-Chair: Carl Fuhs, (954) 429-2390, carl.fuhs@jmfamily.com
Challenger 600 advisory representatives
Chair: Darrell Sodergren, (561) 301-1407, dsaviate25@comcast.net
Co-Chair: Fred Wilkins, (920) 216-8362, fwilkins@oshkoshcorp.com
If you would like to attend virtually, here are the applicable webcast links:
Challenger 300 – Oct. 6 https://my.bombardier.com/events?EventId=24
Challenger 600 – Oct. 8 https://my.bombardier.com/events/advisory-committees?EventId=25
The Challenger Advisory Committee is the voice of the fleet and a conduit between operators and the OEM. Your participation in our semi-annual meetings is encouraged and appreciated. Thank you!