Specifications
Aircraft Details
- Scottsdale, Arizona-based Learjet 31A with recent interior refurbishment (2019)
- 8-passenger executive layout: 4-place club, 3-place bench, side-facing belted lavatory
- Navy blue leather seating, navy blue sculptured carpet, maple cabinetry, brushed aluminum accents
- Freon air conditioning, forward slimline refreshment center with dual heated MAPCOs, dual executive tables
- Exterior painted 2007: white with sky blue and cherry red accent stripes
- Equipped with winglets, Dee Howard TR-4000 thrust reversers, cargo door, Gill lead acid batteries
- Avionics: Universal UNS-1EW WAAS FMS, Bendix/King suite (autopilot, comm/nav, DME, ADF, GPS, radar altimeter, weather radar), Sandel ST3400 TAWS, Bendix/King KTA-910 TCAS I, dual Garmin GTX-345R/335R ADS-B transponders, Universal CVR-30A cockpit voice recorder
- ADS-B Out, RVSM certified, CAMP maintenance tracking, MSP Gold engine program
- Engines: Honeywell TFE731-2-3B, times 6,671/6,486 hours
- 12-year airframe inspection due December 2029
- Incident in 1999 (minor hangar debris damage, repaired, no FAA 337 filed)
About this Model
Overview
The Learjet 31A is a legacy light jet known for strong climb performance and fast cruise for its class. It targets owner-operators and small flight departments that prioritize time-to-climb, direct routing above weather, and the ability to use a wide range of regional airports, while accepting a compact cabin and more hands-on operating considerations typical of older designs.
Mission Fit
It fits missions where getting to altitude quickly and cruising fast reduces block time, particularly on 300–1,000 nm legs. Typical use cases include regional business travel, linking secondary airports, and same-day out-and-back schedules. Cabin comfort is adequate for short-to-medium durations, but the aircraft is less suited to trips where passengers need large-cabin amenities, substantial baggage, or consistent near-range-limit stage lengths.
Cabin
The cabin is compact, with a low aisle height and a narrow cross-section typical of classic light jets. Seating is usually arranged for a small group, supporting quick trips more than extended comfort. Noise levels, ride feel, and amenities vary widely by interior refurbishment and insulation upgrades, so condition and completion quality matter more than the basic platform.