Construction of the Learjet 55 began in April 1978 after extensive testing and work on the wing design which came, initially, from the Learjet 25. The Learjet 55 first flew on 19 April 1979.

Browse LEARJET 55 factory specications, range, speed, and performance for the LEARJET 55 manufactured by Learjet.

The Learjet 55 combined improvements made to the Learjet 20 and 30 series to make it their largest and fastest aircraft yet. The new Garrett (now Honeywell) engines were more powerful and quieter and …

Feb 4, 2025 · On Friday, January 31st, a Learjet 55 operated by Jet Rescue Air Ambulance crashed in northeast Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The aircraft departed from Northeast Philadelphia Airport …

The Learjet 55 is a mid-size business jet introduced in the late 1970s by Learjet (then owned by Gates Learjet), combining Learjet’s signature speed and sleek design with a larger cabin than earlier …

In designing the 55, Learjet (or Gates Learjet as the company was then known as) took the wing of the earlier Longhorn 28/29 series and married it to an all new larger 10 seat fuselage. The original Model …

Get a detailed overview of the Lear 55 business jet, including specs, performance, cabin features, and why it’s a top choice for executives and charter flights

Charter a Lear 55 Medium Jet manufactured by Learjet Inc between 1981 and 1993. View Lear 55 performance, specifications and cabin comparisons against other Medium Jets.

The Bombardier Learjet 55 is a Mid-Size Jet that is available for private charter through Air Planning. Learn more about the aircraft specifications and the costs to charter the private jet.

It is capable of a high-speed cruise of 458 knots, and a flight ceiling of 45,000 ft. The Lear 55 offers exceptional performance and comfort in its class. This midsize cabin aircraft is the perfect …