Specifications
Aircraft Details
- Maintained under FAR Part 91; tracked on CAMP; not on any airframe maintenance program
- Honeywell APU on MSP Gold (1,824 CSN as of 07/15/2024)
- Recent inspections: Pre-purchase (05/2023), Phase A (06/2024, due 06/2025), Phase B (06/2024, due 06/2026), Phase C (06/2024, due 06/2028), Phase D (06/2024, due 06/2032)
- Modifications: Winglets, gross weight increase mod, Concord RD-443 battery
- Engines: TFE731-20BR-1B on MSP Gold; Engine 1 (S/N P116593C) 5,426 hrs, Engine 2 (S/N P116590C) 5,439 hrs
- Avionics: Honeywell Primus 1000 suite, DU-875 4-tube EFIS, dual UNS-1Ew FMS, Gogo Biz Wi-Fi, Iridium phone, Honeywell TCAS-2000, Mark V EGPWS, SATCOM, Airshow 400, XM radio
- Interior: Executive 9-passenger, beige leather/double club seating, new cockpit seats (2014), new side panels/carpeting/flooring (2014), natural sapele veneers, brushed nickel plating, four 110V outlets, forward galley, belted aft lav, aft cargo
- Exterior: New paint by West Star (2016), Matterhorn white with black, gray, and gold stripes
- RVSM certified
About this Model
Overview
The Learjet 45XR is an updated variant of the Learjet 45 focused on usable range and everyday operating flexibility in the light-jet category. It is commonly selected for regional and mid-range business missions where a flat-floor cabin, stand-up aisle height for many passengers, and good cruise efficiency matter more than large-cabin amenities. Typical use cases include company shuttle, owner-operator travel, and on-demand charter where frequent legs and quick turns are part of the schedule.
Mission Fit
Mission planning generally favors two- to three-hour stage lengths with reserves, with longer legs possible depending on payload, winds, and required alternates. The 45XR’s strengths show up in day-to-day utilization: it is well-suited to multi-leg schedules and city-pair flying where cabin size and speed are valued but the operator wants light-jet operating footprint and crew requirements.
Cabin
The 45XR cabin is known for being more accommodating than many light jets, with a flat floor and a layout that supports productive four-across club seating. Cabin noise and ride comfort are generally consistent with the class, and baggage access and volume vary by configuration. Lavatory arrangements are typically functional rather than luxurious; evaluate privacy, usability, and whether it is belted/approved for occupancy on specific aircraft.