1983 Learjet 55 for sale

1983 Learjet 55

Midsize Jet

FOR SALE
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Total Time 11,556 hrs
Seats 10
Serial # 089
Reg # N55FJ
Engine Garrett TFE731-3A-2B
Cruise 430 kts (796 km/h)
ICAO Type LJ55
✓ Clean NTSB 8 ADs ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

J.E.T. FC-550 Autopilot Garmin 335 345 Transponder Collins FGS 80B Flight Guidance Computer Collins TCAS II Dual Collins VHF 20 Receivers Dual Collins 40 DME'S Universal UNS 1L FMS W/ GPS Garmin ADS-B In &amp Out (IPAD) Bendix King KTR 953 HF Receiver Bendix King ADF 85/A ACR/ Artex C460 2 ELT Dual 1 S&S Air Data Altimeters Collins Radar R/T WXT 250A Collins R/T 55B Radar Altimeter Rosemount Probe &amp TAS Computer Universal TAWS Utilizing CDU'S

Description

Maintenance Condition: 12 Yr and 12,000 Hour Inspections Completed April 2020 by Florida Jet

Options: Phase 1& 1A MOD - (21,500 GTOW) HAS Provisions for Aero MED STC Stretcher Dual IDC Digital Mach/ IAS Indicators Universal CVR30 - Cockpit Voice Recorder Auto Spoilers  Single Point Refueling JET 2” Standby - Emergency Gyro Horizon Executive Club Seating Dual Davtron 811B Clocks BENDIX/ King KAC952 HF Thrust Reversers Fuel Heaters US Part 135

Interior: Fire-Blocked, Beige Leather with Cherry wood cabinetry and Taupe carpet. Beige sheepskin upholstery on Crew seats. Forward galley W / heated coffee POT, HOT POT and oven. Desired full aft lavatory W/ flush toilet, hot water sink. Dual zone cabin temperature controls. Dual aft - cabin tables W/ conference table, and B&D passenger flight information/entertainment system W/ 14' Rosen monitor W/ moving MAP display, dual DVD, CD player.

Exterior: Jet-GLO Matterhorn White - Black, Burgundy and Gold Trim Stripe.

Interior

Fire-Blocked, Beige Leather with Cherry wood cabinetry and Taupe carpet. Beige sheepskin upholstery on Crew seats. Forward galley W / heated coffee POT, HOT POT and oven. Desired full aft lavatory W/ flush toilet, hot water sink. Dual zone cabin temperature controls. Dual aft - cabin tables W/ conference table, and B&D passenger flight information/entertainment system W/ 14' Rosen monitor W/ moving MAP display, dual DVD, CD player.

Exterior

Jet-GLO Matterhorn White - Black, Burgundy and Gold Trim Stripe.

Inspection

12 Yr and 12,000 Hour Inspections Completed April 2020 by Florida Jet

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About This Learjet 55

This 1983 Learjet 55 (N55FJ) is a 10-seat midsize jet with 11,556 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 11,556 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (5,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.

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.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 11,556 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (5,000 hrs)
Check 8 ADs compliance — mandatory before flight
Budget $2,475 for pre-purchase inspection

Learjet 55 — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
10
Cruise Speed
430 kts (796 km/h)
Max Speed
460 kts (852 km/h)
Range
1,850 nm (3,426 km)
Ceiling
51,000 ft (15,545 m)
Max Weight
21,500 lbs (9,752 kg)
Useful Load
5,200 lbs (2,359 kg)
Fuel Capacity
530 gal (2006 L)
Fuel Burn
165 GPH (625 L/h)
Engines
2
TBO
5,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

LEARJET 55

Fuel Burn
165.0 GPH
~$1072/hr
Variable Cost
$2,600/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$350,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$400,000
every 5,000 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the LEARJET 55. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N55FJ.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Location not available

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

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Airworthiness Directives — Learjet 55

ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 8 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.

FR-00-7335

Learjet Model 35, 35A, 36, 36A, 55, 55B, and 55C Airplanes

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2009-03-01 2009-03-05

Learjet Model 55, 55B, and 55C Airplanes

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2007-17-17 2007-10-02

Learjet Model 31, 31A, 35, 35A (C-21A), 36, 36A, 55, 55B, and 55C Airplanes, and Model 45 Airplanes

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2007-04-18 2007-03-23

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

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2001-12-02 2001-07-18

Learjet Model 55 Series Airplanes and Model 60 Airplanes

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2001-07-11 2001-05-01

Learjet Model 23, 24, 25, 28, 29, 31, 35, 36, and 55 Series Airplanes

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FR-99-19297 1999-09-07

Learjet Model 23, 24, 25, 28, 29, 31, 55, and 60 Series Airplanes

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FR-95-22457 1995-10-12

Learjet Model 35, 35A, 36, 36A, 55, 55B, and 55C Airplanes

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Source: FAA Airworthiness Directives database. Showing most recent ADs for this aircraft type.

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