Learjet 70
Jet • twin engine • Low Wing • Retractable gear
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Mission Profile
465
KTAS
Cruise Speed
8
Occupants
2060
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Max Range
1546
lbs
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About the Learjet 70
The Learjet 70 is a super-light business jet derived from the Learjet 40XR, introduced by Bombardier in 2013. It features upgraded Honeywell TFE731-40BR engines and the Garmin G5000 Vision Flight Deck, replacing the older Pro Line avionics.
Key Features for GA Buyers
- Speed & Altitude: True to the Learjet heritage, it offers a high max cruise speed of Mach 0.81 and a service ceiling of 51,000 ft, allowing it to climb above most weather and commercial traffic.
- Avionics: The touchscreen-controlled Garmin G5000 suite is a significant upgrade in situational awareness and ease of use compared to legacy Learjets.
- Efficiency: New canted winglets and improved engines offer better fuel efficiency and climb performance than the 40XR.
Trade-offs
- Cabin Size: While comfortable for 6 passengers, the cabin is shorter than the Learjet 75, which may feel tight for maximum occupancy flights.
- Market Position: It was produced for a relatively short window (2013–2017) before Bombardier focused solely on the larger Learjet 75, making used inventory scarcer.
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
- Wingspan
- 45.8 ft
- Length
- 55.56 ft
- Height
- 14.13 ft
Weights
- Max Takeoff Weight
- 21,500 lbs
- Max Landing Weight
- 19,200 lbs
- Useful Load
- 7,610 lbs
- Fuel Capacity
- 905 gal
Performance
- Cruise Speed
- 465 KTAS
- Range
- 2060 NM
- Service Ceiling
- 51,000 ft
- Rate of Climb
- 4150 fpm
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Other Links
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Learjet 70/75 - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org
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Learjet - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org
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Learjet 70/75 - Business Jet Traveler www.bjtonline.com
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LEARJET 70 Specifications, Operating Cost, Performance - GlobalAir www.globalair.com
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Lear 70 Performance, Specifications and Comparisons - Liberty Jet Management www.libertyjet.com