1999 Learjet 31 for sale

1999 Learjet 31

Midsize Jet

FOR SALE
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Location Arlington, VA
Total Time 5,683 hrs
Engine SMOH 5,626 hrs
Seats 8
Serial # 188
Reg # N70AY
Engine Garrett TFE731-2 ×2
Cruise 445 kts (824 km/h)
ICAO Type LJ31
✓ FAA Valid ✓ Clean NTSB 10 ADs ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

IFR
KING EFIS 50 5 TUBE AVIONICS SUITE KING CAS-67A TCAS-II W/CHANGE 7 DUAL KING KFC-3100 IFCS UNIVERSAL CVR UNIVERSAL UNS-1EW FMS ALLIEDSIGNAL EGPWS/TAWS DUAL KING VHF-22C W/8.33 KHZ SPACING KING DM-441 DME HONEYWELL PRIMUS 880 RADAR DUAL KING MST-67A MODES TRANSPONDERS DUAL KING VM-411B NAVS DUAL KING KAV-485 ALT/VSIS KING KRA-405B RADAR ALT DUAL KING DF-431B ADFS RVSM COMPLIANT MAGNASTAR C-2000 W/DUAL HANDSETS

Description

GORGEOUS, LOW TIME, WELL MAINTAINED, MSP GOLD, TCAS II, UNIVERSAL UNS-1EW, AFT LOCKER...and more!!!

Interior

EIGHT (8) PASSENGER SEATING ARRANGEMENT WITH BEIGE LEATHER SEATING, MID-CABIN 4-PLACE CLUB, AFT 3-PLACE DIVAN, IVORY ISIT LEATHER HEADLINER, FORWARD REFRESHMENT CENTER. HIGH-GLOSS BURLED ROSEWOOD WOODWORK, NICKEL-PLATED HARDWARE, PULL-OUT TABLES, HARD PARTITIONS & COCKPIT DOORS. ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM W/AIRSHOW 400, DVD PLAYER & DUAL ROSEN MONITORS. DESIRABLE FORWARD BELTED LAV.

Exterior

OVERALL MATTERHORN WHITE WITH BLACK, GREY ACCENTS AND RED TAIL, DELTA FINS AND WINGLETS. NEW IN 2019 BY HILL AERO.

Inspection

MAINTAINED CURRENT PART 91. 12 YEAR INSPECTION COMPLIED WITH NOVEMBER 2023 BY FLORIDA JET

Modifications / STCs

RAISBECK AFT FUSELAGE LOCKER

CARGO DOOR

SINGLE POINT PRESSURE REFUELING

DEE HOWARD 4000 THRUST REVERSERS

LEAD ACID BATTERIES

ADS-B OUT

DORNE & MARGOLIN ELT 14

GROSS WEIGHT INCREASE MOD (17,700 GTOW)

PULSELITES

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About This Learjet 31

This 1999 Learjet 31 (N70AY) is a 8-seat midsize jet with 5,683 hours on the airframe. There are currently 24 31 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $499,000 to $1,090,000.

The 31 cruises at 445 kts (824 km/h) with a range of 1,488 nm (2,756 km) — suitable for regional and medium-distance travel. Service ceiling of 51,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 145 GPH (549 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $798/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $2,200/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $300,000. With 5,683 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (4,000 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 10 airworthiness directives applicable to this aircraft type — review AD compliance carefully before purchase.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

FAA registration: Valid (SMI AIR LLC)
Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 5,683 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (4,000 hrs)
Check 10 ADs compliance — mandatory before flight
Budget $2,175 for pre-purchase inspection

Learjet 31 — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
8
Cruise Speed
445 kts (824 km/h)
Max Speed
481 kts (891 km/h)
Range
1,488 nm (2,756 km)
Ceiling
51,000 ft (15,545 m)
Max Weight
17,000 lbs (7,711 kg)
Useful Load
3,600 lbs (1,633 kg)
Fuel Capacity
413 gal (1563 L)
Fuel Burn
145 GPH (549 L/h)
Engines
2
TBO
4,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

LEARJET 31

Fuel Burn
145.0 GPH
~$942/hr
Variable Cost
$2,200/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$300,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$300,000
every 4,000 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the LEARJET 31. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

Registered Owner

SMI AIR LLC

Registration Address

WILMINGTON, DE

Certificate Issued

2016-07-28

Airworthiness

2000-02-18

FAA Status

Valid

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, updated Mar 15, 2026

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Arlington, VA

Seller reported 111 more aircraft in VA →

Title Status

No FAA title records

Available for US-registered aircraft only

Location note: Listed in Arlington, VA but FAA registration shows WILMINGTON, DE. Aircraft may have been relocated. Confirm current location with seller.

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.

Safety Record

No incidents found

NTSB database checked for N70AY.

Airworthiness Directives — Learjet 31

ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 10 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.

2010-06-11 2010-04-21

Honeywell International Inc. TFE731 Series Turbofan Engines

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2008-02-19 2008-03-06

Honeywell International Inc. TFE731-2C, -3B, -3BR, -3C, -3CR, -3D, -3DR, -4R, -5AR, -5BR, -5R, -20R, -20AR, -20BR, -40, -40AR, -40R, and -60 Series Turbofan Engines

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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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2005-23-06 2005-12-19

Learjet Model 23, 24, 24A, 24B, 24B-A, 24D, 24D-A, 24E, 24F, 25, 25A, 25B, 25C, 25D, and 25F Airplanes Modified by Supplemental Type Certificate SA1731SW, SA1669SW, or SA1670SW

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2005-13-36 2005-08-09

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), and 36 Airplanes

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2005-13-07 2005-07-27

Honeywell International Inc. (Formerly AlliedSignal Inc. and Garrett Turbine Engine Co.) TFE731-2 and -3 Series Turbofan Engines

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2005-05-15 2005-04-18

Honeywell International Inc. TFE731-2 and -3 Series Turbofan Engines

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2004-03-08 2004-03-15

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

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2001-23-09 2001-12-21

Honeywell International Inc. TFE731-2, -3, and -4 Series Turbofan Engines

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

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