The Learjet 55
Crew: 2
Capacity: 10
43 ft., 10 in.
Height: 14 ft., 8 in.
Wing area: 264.5 sq. ft.
Weight (empty): 13,000 lbs.
Max. takeoff weight:
21,500 lbs.
Max. speed: 541 mph at 30,000 ft.
55 ft., 1 in.
Cruise speed:
462 mph at 49,000 ft.
Service ceiling: 51,000 ft.
Range: 2,492 miles with four
passengers and fuel reserves
Manufactured: 1979-1987
First flight: April 1979
Source: Illustrated Encyclopedia of Aircraft
Steve Madden / Staff Artist