1981 Learjet 55
Midsize Jet
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRDescription
AMAZING BUY !!! GORGEOUS, WELL EQUIPPED LEARJET 55 WITH GREAT ENGINE TIMES, RECENT INTERIOR AND DELIVERED WITH FRESH 300, 600, 1200 HOUR INSPECTIONS !!!
Interior
THIS CABIN IS CONFIGURED FOR 6 PASSENGERS CONSISTING OF FIREBLOCKED, LEARJET 60-STYLE INTERIOR, FORWARD RS 2-PLACE DIVAN UPHOLSTERED IN EARTHTONE LEATHER, AND REAR 4 PLACE CLUB SEATING, UPHOLSTERED IN TWO TONE LEATHER, EARTHTONE CARPETING, FINISHED CABINETRY; A ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM W/DUAL 15-INCH DISPLAYS, AIRSHOW, DVD, WIRELESS HEADSETS, WIFI PDA INTERNET CONNECTION PROVISIONS, DUAL 110-VOLT AC CABIN /COCKPIT OUTLETS, LEAR 60-STYLE DRINK RAILS & WINDOW SHADES, UPGRADED LAV W/FRESH WATER FLUSHING; LAVATORY UPGRADE COMPLETED IN 2011
Exterior
MATTERHORN WHITE W/RED & GOLD METALLIC ACCENTS
Inspection
DELIVERED WITH FRESH PHASE A, B, AND C INSPECTIONS.
Modifications / STCs
• CLASS B TAWS
• VERTICAL GYROS
• THRUST REVERSERS
• AUXILIARY CABIN HEAT
• STEREO COCKPIT INTERCOM WITH BOSE HEADSETS
• PHASE 1 & 1A MODS
• FULL SANDEL 3G EFIS FOR BOTH PILOT AND CO-PILOT
• RVSM
• WSI WX REAL-TIME NEXRAD WEATHER/DATA DOWNLINK
• IRIDIUM SATCOM W/DUAL HANDSETS
• FORWARD-LOOKING CAMERA FOR CABIN DISPLAYS
• ROSEN MONORAIL SUNVISORS
• GARMIN MX-20 W/MOVING MAP & CHART PLOTTING
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
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About This Learjet 55
This 1981 Learjet 55 (N855RJ) is a 10-seat midsize jet with 14,323 hours on the airframe. There are currently 13 55 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $415,000 to $1,095,000.
The 55 cruises at 430 kts (796 km/h) with a range of 1,850 nm (3,426 km) — suitable for regional and medium-distance travel. Service ceiling of 51,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 165 GPH (625 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $908/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $2,600/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $350,000. With 14,323 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (5,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
FAA registration status: Valid. NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. There are 8 airworthiness directives applicable to this aircraft type — review AD compliance carefully before purchase.
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Learjet 55 — Model Specs
Model specificationStandard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
Registered Owner
JW-N855RJ LLC
Registration Address
MCALLEN, TX
Certificate Issued
2021-06-16
Airworthiness
1991-12-10
FAA Status
Valid
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, updated Mar 15, 2026
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.
Safety Record
NTSB database checked for N855RJ.
Airworthiness Directives — Learjet 55
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 8 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.
Learjet Model 31, 31A, 35, 35A (C-21A), 36, 36A, 55, 55B, and 55C Airplanes, and Model 45 Airplanes
View full AD →Learjet Model 23, 24, 24A, 24B, 24B-A, 24C, 24D, 24D-A, 24E, 24F, 24F-A, 25, 25A, 25B, 25C, 25D, 25F, 28, 29, 31, 31A, 35, 35A (C-21A), 36, 36A, 55, 55B, and 55C Airplanes
View full AD →Learjet Model 23, 24, 25, 28, 29, 31, 35, 36, and 55 Series Airplanes
View full AD →Learjet Model 23, 24, 25, 28, 29, 31, 55, and 60 Series Airplanes
View full AD →Source: FAA Airworthiness Directives database. Showing most recent ADs for this aircraft type.
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