Bombardier Lear 55

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  • Overview

    The Learjet 55 private jet features a wide, stand-up cabin and comfortable seating for up to seven passengers. This mid range aircraft has the capability of traveling 2,400 nautical miles nonstop, at 455 knots. It also features a partial galley, including a warming oven, as well as a fully enclosed aft lavatory. Recognizable features include winglets, as well as a swept T-tail.


    Bombardier Lear 55
  • Bombardier Lear 55

    Specifications

    • Jet Type: Mid-size
    • Manufacturer: Bombardier
    • Range: 2,490 nm
    • Speed: 541 mph
    • Width: 5.7 ft
    • Height: 5.9 ft
    • Length: 16.7 ft
    • Passengers: 5 to 7

  • Bombardier Lear 55 Interior

    Typical Routes

    • New York to California
    • California to Florida
    • Colorado to Mexico
    • New York to London
    • Las Vegas to New York

  • Bombardier Lear 55

    History

    The Learjet 55 is nicknamed Longhorn due to the head-on view of the jet with newly developed winglets. The aircraft also has a T-tail and is powered by two Garrett TFE731 turbofan engines mounted each side of the rear fuselage. Construction of the Learjet 55 began in April 1978 and first flew on 19 April 1979. Customer deliveries began in 1983 with 147 entered into service. The Lear 55 was superceded by the Lear 50XR and later the Lear 60.

    The Lear 55 is comfortable for up to 6 to 8 passengers in standard configurations and is known for its speed and range for the relatively low operating costs for its class.