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Bombardier Learjet 40

The Bombardier Learjet 40 is a light jet with up to 6 seats and 2,963 km range. Compare verified specs below with live empty-leg availability on EmptyJet.

1 live empty leg on EmptyJet

Seats
6
Range
2,963 km
Cruise
839 km/h
Hourly
$2,700
Bombardier Learjet 40

About this aircraft

The Learjet 40 is the shorter-fuselage member of the 40/45 light-jet family—Learjet's early-2000s answer for efficient light-jet travel with a more modern cabin than 30-series types.

It offers classic Learjet handling in a compact footprint. XR variants later improved performance margins; baseline 40s remain in light charter and owner fleets for small executive groups.

Fit for travelers who want Learjet speed and feel on regional routes without stepping up to the stretched 45 cabin.

EmptyJet market activity

  1. On EmptyJet, the Bombardier Learjet 40 appeared in 333 empty-leg offers from January 1, 2026 through October 26, 2026, according to EmptyJet.
  2. Its busiest corridor was Tallahassee (TLH) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL), listed 8 times over that period.
  3. Inventory spanned 235 routes and 2 operators across the EmptyJet catalog.
  4. Priced Bombardier Learjet 40 empty legs centered on a median ask of USD 6,513, with an observed range of USD 946–USD 32,531 (407 priced listings; a flight listed more than once counts each time).
  5. Typical missions ran about 450 km one-way on the median EmptyJet listing.
  6. Right now, 1 empty-leg offer for this model is live on EmptyJet.

Performance

Category
Light Jet
Range
2,963 km
Cruise speed
839 km/h
Max speed
863 km/h
Takeoff runway
1,400 m
Landing runway
820 m
ICAO type
LJ40

Cabin

Seats
6
Height
1.50 m
Width
1.55 m
Length
6.02 m
Cabin area
11.4 m²
Baggage
1.6 m³

Operating economics

Typical hourly cost
USD 2,700
Fuel burn
757 L/h (200 US gal/h)
Fuel cost / hour
USD 1,200
Manufacturer
Bombardier

Best missions

  • Light-jet Lear regional trips
  • Small executive group hops
  • Learjet 40 empty-leg repositioning

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FAQ

How often does the Bombardier Learjet 40 appear on EmptyJet?

EmptyJet recorded 333 empty-leg offers for the Bombardier Learjet 40 from January 1, 2026 through October 26, 2026.

Which empty-leg route is busiest for the Bombardier Learjet 40?

On EmptyJet, the busiest Bombardier Learjet 40 corridor was Tallahassee (TLH) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL), with 8 listings from January 1, 2026 through October 26, 2026.

What is a typical empty-leg price for the Bombardier Learjet 40?

Priced EmptyJet listings for the Bombardier Learjet 40 show a median ask of USD 6,513 across 407 priced offers from January 1, 2026 through October 26, 2026. Final quotes still vary by route, date, and operator.

What is the range of the Learjet 40?

The Learjet 40 has a published maximum range of 2,963 km.

How many passengers does the Learjet 40 seat?

The Learjet 40 is configured for up to 6 passengers.

What is the typical hourly cost of a Learjet 40?

EmptyJet reference data places typical Learjet 40 operating cost near USD 2,700 per flight hour. Charter quotes vary by route, operator, and availability.

How much fuel does a Learjet 40 burn?

Reference fuel burn for the Learjet 40 is about 757 liters (200 US gallons) per hour.

What runway length does a Learjet 40 need?

Published takeoff runway requirement for the Learjet 40 is about 1,400 m.

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