Flying Colours Corp. strengthens footprint in Africa with multiple deliveries

The aircraft was redelivered to the client earlier this year following extensive maintenance, refurbishment, and reconfiguration work.  The process took 14 weeks and included a major pre-purchase inspection undertaken on behalf of the client, a number of calendar inspections including a 96 month inspection, complete service bulletin reviews, in addition to major interior changes and modifications.  

IFE upgrades included installation of new HD monitors, Blu-ray DVD player, iPod integration options, and an Aviator 300 Broadband system. Externally the fuselage was given a completely new modern paint design complementing the luxurious interior. 

The modifications, which were completed at the Peterborough, Ontario facility, were implemented in close collaboration with the client who worked with the Canadian company’s in-house design team to create a singular interior suited for their specific needs. Interior details included the refurbishment of the eight club seats, of which four are in conference club formation, a three place divan, customised seat piping detail and for the first time in a Challenger 604 the laying of a LIST stone floor in the galley and lavatory areas.   

“We are really pleased to have completed this Challenger 604 for the Nigerian market. It’s a great step forward in our plans to expand our African presence. Importantly the new client was referred to us by a preferred partner who recommended us because of their experience working with the Flying Colours team; and the fact that we are a Bombardier Authorised Service Facility,” said Sean Gillespie, executive vice president.