Aircraft
Learjet 35A
The Learjet 35A is a light jet with up to 7 seats and 3,650 km range. Compare verified specs below with live empty-leg availability on EmptyJet.
- Seats
- 7
- Range
- 3,650 km
- Cruise
- 819 km/h
- Hourly
- $2,800
About this aircraft
The Learjet 35A is a legendary light jet—fast, capable for its size, and widely used in charter, medevac, and special missions from the 1970s onward.
Honeywell TFE731 engines and the classic Lear wing made it a workhorse through the 1990s, and many remain active with avionics and interior upgrades. The cabin stays compact Lear-style, trading stand-up comfort for speed and operating simplicity.
One of the most important classic Lears still seen in real operations and empty-leg markets.
EmptyJet market activity
- On EmptyJet, the Learjet 35A appeared in 116 empty-leg offers from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026, according to EmptyJet.
- Its busiest corridor was Spata-Artemida (ATH) to Mykonos (JMK), listed 8 times over that period.
- Inventory spanned 87 routes and 1 operator across the EmptyJet catalog.
- Priced Learjet 35A empty legs centered on a median ask of USD 10,835, with an observed range of USD 1,972–USD 28,841 (139 priced listings).
- Typical missions ran about 1,007 km one-way on the median EmptyJet listing.
Performance
- Category
- Light Jet
- Range
- 3,650 km
- Cruise speed
- 819 km/h
- Max speed
- 872 km/h
- Takeoff runway
- 1,600 m
- Landing runway
- 930 m
- ICAO type
- LJ35
Cabin
- Seats
- 7
- Height
- 1.37 m
- Width
- 1.52 m
- Length
- 5.21 m
- Cabin area
- 8.5 m²
- Baggage
- 1.2 m³
Operating economics
- Typical hourly cost
- USD 2,800
- Fuel burn
- 220 L/h
- Fuel cost / hour
- USD 1,320
- Manufacturer
- Gates Learjet
Best missions
- Classic Learjet 35A light-jet trips
- Medevac and special-mission Lear flying
- 35A charter and empty-leg availability
Sources
- Learjet 35 overviewWikipedia
- Learjet 35A specificationsGlobalAir
Alternatives
FAQ
How often does the Learjet 35A appear on EmptyJet?
EmptyJet recorded 116 empty-leg offers for the Learjet 35A from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026.
Which empty-leg route is busiest for the Learjet 35A?
On EmptyJet, the busiest Learjet 35A corridor was Spata-Artemida (ATH) to Mykonos (JMK), with 8 listings from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026.
What is a typical empty-leg price for the Learjet 35A?
Priced EmptyJet listings for the Learjet 35A show a median ask of USD 10,835 across 139 priced offers from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026. Final quotes still vary by route, date, and operator.
What is the range of the Learjet 35A?
The Learjet 35A has a published maximum range of 3,650 km.
How many passengers does the Learjet 35A seat?
The Learjet 35A is configured for up to 7 passengers.
What is the typical hourly cost of a Learjet 35A?
EmptyJet reference data places typical Learjet 35A operating cost near USD 2,800 per flight hour. Charter quotes vary by route, operator, and availability.
How much fuel does a Learjet 35A burn?
Reference fuel burn for the Learjet 35A is about 220 liters per hour.
What runway length does a Learjet 35A need?
Published takeoff runway requirement for the Learjet 35A is about 1,600 m.
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