Learjet (Bombardier) Learjet 35

Justin 🇨🇦

2h ago · © @Justinflight859

A classic Learjet 35 rests on a snowy apron, showing off its iconic business jet design.

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Aircraft

Learjet 35 LR35

White with red and grey stripes

C-GWXX

Registration

Manufacturer

Learjet (Bombardier)

Achievements

Private Jet Pro, Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager

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Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 71.0

Nice full-side profile on the ramp; lighting is flat and the background fuel truck distracts a bit.

Location

Calgary International Airport

YYC/CYYC

51.1188, -114.0100

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Calgary International Airport YYC

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

Iconic light jet widely used for medical evacuation, business, and charter since the 1970s.

Fleet Rarity

Still present in small numbers, but declining due to age. More than 600 produced, but far fewer active in 2024.

Record Flights

Learjet 35 series has been notable for long-range medical flights.

Safety & Events

Generally reliable, but there have been incidents including medical evacuation flight accidents.

Future Outlook

Older airframes are increasingly being retired or converted for specialized use.

Specifications

Garrett TFE731-2-2B

Engine

12.04 m

Wingspan

14.83 m

Length

3,890 km

Range

774 km/h

Speed

8 passengers

Capacity

8,210 kg

MTOW

3.73 m

Height

2,200 lbf (9.8 kN) each

Thrust

Around 84 EPNdB (meets ICAO Chapter 3)

Noise