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Learjet 36A for charter

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Charter Price per Hour$2 900 – $4 300
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Aircraft Info

Model:
Learjet 36A
Family:
LearJet 2x / 3x
Manufacturer:
Bombardier Aerospace
Aircraft Class:
Light
ICAO/IATA Codes:
LJ35
Number Built:
738
Single Pilot Operations:
No
  • Popularity40
  • Reliability80
  • Comfort40

Performance

Service Ceiling:
45 000 ft 13 716 m
Max Takeoff Weight:
18 298 lbs 8 300 kg
Engine Type:
2 x Turbojet
Typical Engine:
2 x Garrett TFE731-2
Typical Avionics:
Collins/Sperry flight deck; GPS retrofit
Long Range Cruise Speed:
410 kts 760 km/h
Max Cruise Speed:
467 kts 865 km/h

Payload–Range Chart

Estimated Max Flight Time:
5.4 h
Max Range:
2 523 nmi 4 673 km
Fuel Burn Rate:
1 543 lb/h 700 kg/h
Max Payload:
3 086 lbs 1 400 kg

Learjet 36A Cabin Plan

Max passengers:
9
Sleeping Places:
0
  • 3 Divan seats
  • Lavatory
  • Cabin crew

Airframe

Aircraft Height:
12.24 ft 3.73 m
Aircraft Length:
48.65 ft 14.83 m
Wingspan:
39.5 ft 12.04 m
Cabin Zones:
1 passenger cabin with a compact club/forward-facing seating arrangement; refreshment and toilet provision depend on the selected floorplan
Doors:
1 main passenger door; separate baggage hatch and emergency exit; no dedicated service door
Baggage Compartment:
Baggage compartment access and loading limits require the selected aircraft configuration
Airstairs:
Yes

Charter Costs for the Learjet 36A

Price per Hour

Charter Price per Hour
$2 900 – $4 300

Owning Price

Buying Price (new)
—
Pre-owned Price Range
$500 000 – $2M

Charter Costs

Cost per NM
$8.33
Direct Operating Cost (DOC)/h
$1 270 – $1 990
Annual Cost of Ownership
$891 000 – $1.37M
Cost per Seat-Mile
$0.65 – $0.96

Total Annual Variable Costs

At 200 hours
$326 000
At 350 hours
$570 500

Total Fixed Cost

At 200 hours
$558 000
At 350 hours
$558 000

Farnborough – Geneve

EGLF – LSGG

Flight time:
1 h 8 min
Estimated price:
$7 390

Farnborough – Nice

EGLF – LFMN

Flight time:
1 h 30 min
Estimated price:
$9 235

Farnborough – Zurich

EGLF – LSZH

Flight time:
1 h 12 min
Estimated price:
$7 726

Paris – Milan

LFPB – LIML

Flight time:
1 h 1 min
Estimated price:
$6 804

Paris – Ibiza

LFPB – LEIB

Flight time:
1 h 38 min
Estimated price:
$9 905

Geneve – Rome

LSGG – LIRF

Flight time:
1 h 5 min
Estimated price:
$7 139

These route prices are estimates. The final quote will be provided by your manager and may vary depending on aircraft availability, travel dates, airport fees, and additional services.

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Passengers

Learjet 36A Description

Picture this: slicing through the clouds in a machine designed for those who demand both distance and efficiency without compromise. The Learjet 36A (ICAO: LJ35) isn't just another light jet; it's a masterclass in focused performance tailored for serious business travel. Forget cramped cabins and constant refueling stops – this bird stretches its wings across an impressive 4,673 kilometers nonstop. Imagine departing New York and touching down comfortably in Los Angeles, or bridging the gap between London and Dubai with fuel to spare. That kind of reach transforms continent-hopping into a single, seamless leg. What truly sets the 36A apart is its purposeful design. While it comfortably accommodates up to nine passengers, its configuration often leans towards six or seven, prioritizing generous personal space and crucial baggage capacity over sheer headcount. Think plush, supportive seating arranged for confidential conversations, not a crowded shuttle. The cabin wraps around you with the distinctive, efficient Learjet profile pilots adore – low drag translating directly into better fuel figures and that signature responsive handling. You feel connected to the flight, not isolated from it. Performance isn't an afterthought; it's baked into the 36A's DNA. Twin engines deliver the punch needed for swift climbs, punching through weather and busy airspace to reach efficient cruising altitudes remarkably fast. Pilots relish its crisp control response and proven reliability – traits forged over decades of real-world operation. It handles shorter runways with confidence, opening access to a wider network of convenient regional airports, saving you valuable time on both ends of your journey. Yes, it’s a classic. But don't mistake heritage for obsolescence. The Learjet 36A delivers a specific, potent value proposition: unparalleled range for its class combined with renowned efficiency and operational flexibility. It’s the workhorse for demanding routes where larger cabin size isn't the primary driver, but dependable, cost-effective, long-distance travel absolutely is. For operators focused on maximizing productivity across continents, the 36A remains a remarkably capable and savvy choice that consistently delivers.

Strengths

  • Private executive cabin
  • Regional itinerary flexibility subject to aircraft availability

Weaknesses

  • Factory-new production has ended
  • Payload and range depend on aircraft upgrades and operating conditions
  • Cabin fittings and maintenance status vary by individual aircraft

Best use cases

  • Executive travel
  • Private leisure trips
  • Regional and multi-city itineraries

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