Specifications
Aircraft Details
- Location: Biggin Hill, England
- Maintenance Program: MSP
- Tracking System: Traxxall
- Refurbishment: Fresh interior refurb and repaint completed in October 2024
- Last Big Check: 1200-hour/72-month inspection and 96-month landing gear inspections completed by April 17, 2025
- Next Base Airframe Check: Due March 26, 2026
- Engines:
- Two Honeywell TFE731-20BR-1B engines
- Each engine: 7,820 hours, 5,178 cycles
- APU: RE100, 3,634 hours, 5,583 starts
- Avionics: Gogo Avance, Honeywell systems including AZ-950 air data computer, WU-880 weather radar, and UNS-1C FMS
- Interior Configuration: 9 passengers (8 seats + belted lav), forward galley, aft lavatory
- Interior Features: Four executive seats with fold-out tables, high-gloss veneer woodwork, leather seats, redrock wool carpet
- Exterior Paint: Shield blue
- Standard Equipment: TCAS II, SATCOM, ADS-B capable, dual flight management systems, weather radar
- Optional Equipment: Microwave oven, Airshow 410, WLAN installation, XM satellite radio
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.