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BOMBARDIER LEARJET 55(1981)

Specifications

Year1981
Serial Number55-009
RegistrationN855RJ
Total Hours14,323
LocationARLINGTON, VIRGINIA
RegionNORTH AMERICA

Broker

NEXTJET

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Aircraft Details

  • Model: Learjet 55
  • Condition: Used
  • Winglets: Yes
  • Maintenance Tracking: SierraTrax
  • Engine 1: Honeywell TFE731-3CR-3B, 13,797 hours SNEW, TBO 4,200 hours, 9,668 cycles, 979 hours since hot section inspection
  • Engine 2: Honeywell TFE731-3CR-3B, 8,143 hours SNEW, TBO 4,200 hours, 5,469 cycles, 848 hours since hot section inspection
  • Avionics: Collins Pro Line, ADS-B equipped, dual Collins radios, FMS Universal UNS-1C+ with GPS, weather radar Sperry Primus 800
  • Additional Equipment: Class B TAWS, thrust reversers, auxiliary cabin heat, forward-looking camera, dual 110-volt AC outlets
  • Interior: Configured for 6 passengers, new Learjet 60-style interior (2022), forward galley, aft lavatory with fresh water flushing, entertainment system with dual 15-inch displays
  • Exterior: Painted in 2018, Matterhorn white with red and gold metallic accents
  • Inspection Status: Delivered with fresh Phase A, B, and C inspections, airworthy

About this Model

Overview

The Learjet 55 is an earlier-generation light business jet positioned for time-sensitive regional and mid-range trips with relatively high cruise speed for its class and vintage. It trades newer avionics integration and cabin volume for straightforward systems, a proven airframe, and performance that can work well on longer city pairs when payload and weather margins are planned carefully.

Mission Fit

It fits owner-operators and flight departments looking for a capable light jet for frequent regional legs and occasional longer segments, provided expectations are aligned with a narrower cabin and the payload-range tradeoffs common to this category.

Cabin

The cabin is configured around a compact club seating environment typical of Learjets, with a forward refreshment area depending on interior layout and an enclosed aft lavatory on many aircraft. Noise levels, fit-and-finish, and perceived space vary significantly by refurbishment quality and insulation updates. Baggage volume and access depend on the specific configuration and any aftermarket changes.