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Learjet 45

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Overview

The Learjet 45 (LJ45) is a super light business jet produced by Bombardier Aerospace. Development began in 1989 and the first flight of the prototype took place on 7 October, 1995. FAA certification was granted in September 1997 and the first customer delivery was made in 1998.

The clean sheet design replaced the Learjet 35 series. Its flat floor cabin was modelled first and the rest was built around it. The Model 45 used a lighter, less robust structure than previous Learjets, affording lower manufacturing costs and lower aircraft empty weights that gave improved capacity, efficiency and some performance enhancement. However, it retained the semi-swept wing, T-tail, sharp nose and wrap-around windshield, and incorporated delta fins and winglets.

The Learjet 45 is powered by two DEEC-controlled Honeywell TFE731-20AR engines, a 20 FADEC equipped version developed specifically for this airframe, each offering 3,500 pounds of thrust. A typical cabin configuration features nine passenger and two crew seats. The flight deck features a four screen Honeywell Primus 1000 integrated avionics suite.

The Learjet 45XR was introduced in June 2004. Upgraded TFE731-20BR engines, flat-rated to 3,500 lbf, give higher take off weights, faster cruise speeds and faster time-to-climb rates.

On 12 February, 2021 Bombardier announced it would end production of all Learjet aircraft by the end of the year.

Specifications
  • Typical passenger capacity:   9
  • Range:   1,777 nm (full seats)
  • Cruise speed:   435 - 465 kts
  • Cabin height:   4.92 ft
  • Cabin width:   5.08 ft
  • Cabin length:   19.75 ft
  • Cabin volume:   434 cu ft
  • Active fleet worldwide:   430
  • Available for charter worldwide:   172
  • Typical price:   $1,645,000 to $5,083,000 pre-owned.
  • Production dates:   1997 - 2012
  • Includes 45XR

  • Engines:   Honeywell TFE731-20/-40/-50/-60 Series
Variant types
World fleetCharter fleetTypical paxCabin volumeCruiseRangeYears
Learjet 45 229 103 9 434 cu ft 436 kts 1,423 nm 1995 - 2007
Learjet 45XR 201 73 9 434 cu ft 436 kts 1,685 nm 1998 - 2012

 

Charter operators
Canada Chartright Air Group , Nolinor Aviation , Starlink Aviation , Sunwest Aviation
Mexico El Caminante Taxi Aero , FlyMex , Insignia Aviacion , Lynx Servicios Aereos , Servicios Aereos Milenio , Transportes Aereos Pegaso , Universal Jet Rental de Mexico
U.S.A. Aero Air , Aero-Tech Services , Air Unlimited , Aircraft Services Group , Airshare , Altius Aviation , Aviation Advisor , Basin Aviation , BTR Air Charter & Management , Chantilly Air , Cirrus Aviation Services , Crew Aviation , Dreamline Aviation , Executive Aircraft Charter Service , Flight Concepts , Flightstar Corporation , Fly Tru , Flyby Air , Four Corners Aviation , Guardian Flight (AK) , Haskin Aviation , Hop-A-Jet Worldwide Jet Charter , Houston JetDirect , Integrated Flight Resources , International Air Charters , Jet Logistics , JetRight Air Management , Jett Aircraft , Kalitta Charters , Martinair Aircraft Charter , Medway Air Ambulance , Mid South Jets , Million Air Dallas , MyJet , New World Aviation , NexGen Aviation , North Dallas Aviation , North Iowa Air Service , Northern Jet , Omni Air Transport , Paradigm Jet Management , Pinnacle Aviation , Precision Aircraft Management , Presidential Aviation , PrismJet , Private Jets , REVA , Richards Aviation , Security Aviation , Skyward Aviation , Southwest Aircraft Charter , Starflite Aviation , SURJET , Trego-Dugan Aviation , Trinity Private Jet Charter
Maintenance centres
Duncan Aviation
www.duncanaviation.aero
Family-owned Duncan Aviation is known for its maintenance expertise, one-shop capabilities and fast turntimes.
Canada Aurora Jet Partners , Chartright Air Group , Davis Aircraft Services , Eagle Aircraft Services , Flying Colours Corp. , Jetport , New United Goderich , Skyservice Business Aviation , Starlink Aviation , Sunwest Aviation , Toronto Aircraft Maintenance
Mexico Aeroclass , Aerotron Servicios Aereos , Aerovitro , ALE Service Center , CIMA Aviacion , CSAE Centro de Servicios de Aviacion Ejecutiva , Learcom , Oceanstream , SAQ MRO
U.S.A. Aero Center Epps Atlanta , AeroCheck MRO , Aviation Maintenance Professionals , Avmats , Baker Aviation , Bombardier Aircraft Services (Dallas) , Bombardier Aircraft Services (Fort Lauderdale) , Bombardier Aircraft Services (Hartford) , Bombardier Aircraft Services (Opa Locka) , Bombardier Aircraft Services (Tucson) , Bombardier Aircraft Services (Wichita) , Bombardier Teterboro Line Maintenance Station , Bombardier Van Nuys Line Maintenance Station , Broadie's Aircraft & Engine Service , Calspan Air Services , CB SkyShare , Chantilly Air , Clay Lacy Aviation , Constant Aviation , Duncan Aviation , Elliott Aviation , Emery Air , Fargo Jet Center , Flightstar Corporation , Florida Jet Center , Flying Colours Corp. , Global Aviation Maintenance , Haggan Aviation , Hawkeye Aviation , Hondo Aerospace , J.A. Air Center , JetEXE Aviation , JetRight Aviation Maintenance , Mather Aviation , Michiana Aircraft Services , National Jets , New World Aviation , Omni Aircraft Maintenance , Premier Jet Center , Presidential Aviation , Private Jet Maintenance , Ross Aviation Flight Maintenance , Signature TechnicAir (FDK) , Signature TechnicAir (GRR) , Signature TechnicAir (GSO) , Signature TechnicAir (MSP) , Signature TechnicAir (OMA) , Signature TechnicAir (STP) , SoCal Jets , Spirit Aeronautics , Stevens Aerospace and Defense Systems (GYH) , Stevens Aerospace and Defense Systems (MQY) , Straight Flight , Sunrise Jets , Synergy Maintenance , Thornton Aviation , TOGS Aircraft , Toledo Jet Center , Turbo Air , West Star Aviation , West Star Aviation , West Star Aviation , Western Airways , Winner Aviation Corporation
Completions centres
U.S.A. Bombardier Aircraft Services (Dallas) , Bombardier Aircraft Services (Hartford) , Bombardier Aircraft Services (Opa Locka) , Bombardier Aircraft Services (Tucson) , Bombardier Aircraft Services (Wichita) , Capital Aviation , Elliott Aviation , Flightstar Corporation , MJ Aircraft , Pro Aircraft Interiors , Rose-Wood Aircraft Completions
Type rating training providers
U.S.A. FlightSafety Atlanta Learning Center , FlightSafety Tuscon Learning Center , FlightSafety Wichita East Learning Center
News from Business Air News
ExecuJet MRO Services Malaysia adds Aruba approval
May 25, 2023
The Aruban authority has certified the Subang Airport-based facility to perform heavy maintenance work on Aruban-registered Dassault aircraft, namely the Falcon 7X, Falcon 8X, Falcon 900 and Falcon 2000.
Flightstar installs Alto CMS in Learjet 45
October 25, 2022
This first system delivery is part of a complete CMS obsolescence solution for the Learjet 45 series. Several direct replacement panel options are available for aircraft with and without headphone audio or IFE.
Duncan develops STC for workhorse Learjet
March 7, 2022
Duncan Aviation has helped develop an STC to add SVS to a Learjet 45 Honeywell flight deck. The upgrade improves situational awareness for the pilot and maintains the value of the aircraft.
February 14, 2022Omni Air Transport expands fleet with Learjet 45
February 14, 2022Growing SaxonAir puts down roots at Biggin Hill
January 19, 2022Priester adds another handful to managed fleet
November 16, 2021ASL readies itself for medevac missions using Learjets
October 8, 2021Bombardier jets gain MRO options in Michigan, Nebraska and Utah
September 13, 2021Trio develops FAA compliant ICAO recorder
September 13, 2021Fox Flight expands its ambulance fleet with the 45XR
July 11, 2021Flightstar to install UA software in Learjets
June 23, 2021Metro helps critical care company provide superior service
June 21, 2021Medway Learjets can come to the aid of more families
March 6, 2021NovaJet Waterloo base provides firm Canada footing
December 7, 2020Southeast Aerospace teams up with Flightstar
October 25, 2020Chantilly Learjet 45 to meet DC charter demand
July 20, 2020FAA releases TSO for Honeywell 3-D radar system
June 7, 2020Aero-Dienst mobile team pushes on with repair work
April 3, 2020RACQ is ready to transport COVID patients
March 7, 2020In-service Learjets to benefit from faster 4G
January 20, 2020REVA migration to modern fleet marks significant milestone
December 1, 2019CAAP caps strong year for ExecuJet in Malaysia
November 5, 2019AOne parts out retired Learjet 45
September 23, 2019Flightstar improves data comms in LR40 and LR45
July 2, 2019Primus Elite Enhanced Features approved for Learjet 40 and 45
April 23, 2019NextGen and Beyond upgrade gets TCCA and FAA go-ahead
April 9, 2019Landing gear capability extended to Tennessee
February 12, 2019Skyservice and Satcom team up for DLU STC
March 29, 2018Capital's services shine in annual care report
August 2, 2017RAS repaints fourth Luxembourg air ambulance
January 12, 2017Redstar changes tack and uses second LR45 for VIP charter
July 20, 2016Capital sets sights on Europe following Learjet investment
July 2, 2015Redstar to utilise dual stretcher LR45 for EMS
April 3, 2014Swiss AOC opens up options for Gama clients throughout Europe
September 12, 2013DRF's Learjet 45 completes its first mission
October 15, 2012Manhattan corners the market in Premier 1s
August 2, 2012CEGA offers specialist services to aid uninsured repatriation clients
July 9, 2012Me & My Aircraft: Fresh contenders will bring the best technology to the light jet arena
May 9, 2012Faster 45XR keeps ambulance costs under control
April 10, 2012GFS plans second Learjet for Biggin Hill fleet
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