Overview:
On September 3, 2025, a Bombardier Challenger 300 (N776CJ) overran the runway upon landing at Boca Raton Airport (KBCT), Florida. The aircraft, arriving from Las Vegas Harry Reid International (LAS), entered the EMAS at the runway end and was safely arrested. Four persons on board were uninjured. The incident underscores the value of engineered arrestor systems in mitigating overrun risks for business aviation operations.
Incident Summary
At approximately [time not yet released], Bombardier Challenger 300 N776CJ, a 2006-manufactured BD-100-1A10 (s/n 20107), experienced a landing overrun at Boca Raton Airport (KBCT). The aircraft had departed Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) earlier the same day on a non-commercial Part 91 flight.
Watch the video of incident here (Facebook Post)
Upon rollout, the aircraft exceeded the paved surface and entered the Engineered Materials Arrestor System (EMAS), where it came to a controlled stop. There were four persons on board; no injuries or post-incident fire were reported.
Aircraft and Registration Details
According to FAA registry records, N776CJ is registered to Taldav Holdings Two LLC, headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida. The Challenger 300 is a super-midsize category business jet with a range of approximately 3,100 nautical miles. It also has a maximum operating ceiling of 45,000 ft.
The type is widely utilized in corporate and private operations, valued for its performance, dispatch reliability, and cabin configuration.
EMAS Deployment
The EMAS at Boca Raton Airport functioned as designed, absorbing kinetic energy and decelerating the aircraft to a stop without structural breach. EMAS installations are specifically engineered for airports with limited runway safety areas. They offer critical mitigation in overrun events.
This incident serves as a real-world demonstration of EMAS effectiveness in protecting both occupants and infrastructure.
Operational Context
Runway excursions remain one of the most frequent categories of business aviation incidents. Contributing factors include weather, runway surface conditions, and operational decision-making. While the investigation into N776CJ’s overrun is ongoing, the absence of injuries or hull loss highlights the role of modern arrestor systems in risk reduction.
Sources
- FAA Registry – N776CJ
- FlightAware – N776CJ Information
- Video of Incident – Facebook
- Bombardier Challenger 300 Overview – Wikipedia
