2003 Learjet 45
Light Jet
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
Description
HIGHLIGHTS: Excellent Pedigree and Always Hangared, Two U.S. Owners Since New, BR Engine Upgrade, APU, Engines and APU Enrolled on MSP Gold, DU-875 Upgraded Displays (3 of 4 Displays)
Interior
New Soft Goods at Comlux Aviation (Indianapolis, IN) – Oct 2012 Fireblocked nine (9) passenger interior - eight (8) seat double club configuration with four (4) pull out tables plus Aft Lav seat is belted for taxi, take-off, and landing. Galley is located in the forward right-hand cabin.
Exterior
New Strip & Paint at Sturgis Aviation (Sturgis, MI) – Oct 2012. Matterhorn White Upper Fuselage and Black Lower Fuselage with Silver and Blue Stripes.
Modifications / STCs
• Solid State Data Transfer Unit (SB 45-34-25R3)
• Iridium Air Cell Satellite Phone
• Recent Aileron Inspections & Modifications (SB 45-27-53 Rev 4 & RT 45-27-53 Rev 1)
• WxWorx WR-10 XM Weather Data Receiver
• RVSM Compliant
• ARTEX 406 ELT
• Airshow 400
• ADS-B Out v2 Certified (DO-260B)
• WAAS/LPV Capable
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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Leading Edge Aviation Solutions
globalair.com
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$1,995,000
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IL | Apr 07, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Listing Source
aso.com
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$1,995,000
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IL | Apr 07, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Leading Edge Aviation Solutions
aircraftdealer.com
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$1,995,000
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Greenville, SC | Apr 07, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Leading Edge Aviation Solutions
aviapages.com
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$1,995,000
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— | Apr 02, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Listing Source
aeroclassifieds.com
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$1,995,000
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— | Apr 08, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Listing Source
globalplanesearch.com
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$1,995,000
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IL | Apr 08, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Leading Edge Aviation Solutions
controller.com
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$1,995,000
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East Alton, IL | Apr 19, 2026 | — | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Learjet 45
This 2003 Learjet 45 (N917BE) is a 9-seat light jet with 4,595 hours on the airframe. There are currently 69 45 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $1,495,000 to $12,000,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $1,995,000.
The 45 cruises at 438 kts (811 km/h) with a range of 2,120 nm (3,926 km) — enough for transcontinental flights without refueling. Service ceiling of 51,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 170 GPH (643 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $935/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $2,500/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $350,000. With 4,595 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has 405 hours remaining to engine TBO .
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.
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Learjet 45 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N917BE.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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Airworthiness Directives — Learjet 45
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 10 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
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