Challenger 350
Flight Crew Air Transport Pilot (ATP); Flight Crew Instrument; Flight Crew Multiengine
Troubleshooting
Aircraft Equipment Problem Less Severe
Flight Crew Inflight Shutdown; Flight Crew Landed in Emergency Condition
Aircraft
[On] initial climb; moderate vibrations [were] felt followed by L ENG Exceedance. ITT was noticed by First Officer as red. L ENG Exceedance Checklist completed. Even with L thrust reduced; vibration continued with moderate intensity. Quick right downwind for return to Runway XXL already established. Left ENG Vibration caution on three minutes after first warning. [We] elected a precautionary shutdown. No emergency declared but Fire and Rescue requested and confirmed with ATC. [We] joined a four mile final with approach centerline to [Runway] XXL. Normal landing [and] roll out to full stop near taxi way exit. Fire and Rescue directly behind aircraft. Exterior inspection revealed no bird impact or front fan damage. Gear pins installed on runway with FBO towing plane back to ramp for parking. No other warnings or cautions. [Maintenance Control] contacted for write up. Crew completed Shutdown Parking Checklist.
Challenger 350 Captain reported left engine indications exceeded limits during climbout and it was shut down as a precaution. Flight crew returned to departure airport and landed without incident.