Learjet 45 / 45XR
Fast Learjet with two four-seat clubs, a belted lavatory seat and about 1,830 nm of range.
- Passengers
- 8 to 9 (max 9)
- Range
- 1,830 nm
- Cruise
- 448 kts
- On charter in Mexico
- 10 aircraft
What is the Learjet 45 / 45XR?
The Learjet 45 is a small midsize business jet with two Honeywell TFE731 engines and a flat-floor cabin. It was first delivered in 1998, and the improved 45XR followed from 2003 to 2012, when the Learjet 75 took its place. Most seat 8 in two four-seat clubs, plus a belted lavatory seat for a ninth passenger. The 45XR flies about 1,830 nm non-stop. Bombardier ended all Learjet production in 2022.
About 1,830 nm of range for the 45XR with 4 passengers and NBAA IFR reserves.
Certified to 51,000 ft, with a maximum cruise of 448 kts.
Two Honeywell TFE731-20BR engines of 3,500 lb thrust each on the 45XR.
Cabin 19 ft 9 in (6.02 m) long, 5 ft 1 in (1.55 m) wide and 4 ft 11 in (1.50 m) tall, with a flat floor.
10 fly with 7 operators holding an AFAC air taxi permit, based in Toluca, State of Mexico. Altivo Jets books them through these licensed operators.
Learjet 45 / 45XR specifications
Manufacturer and regulator figures for the Learjet 45XR, checked October 2026. Range assumes Learjet 45XR range with 4 passengers, available fuel and NBAA IFR reserves (Jetcraft); GlobalAir gives 1,685 nm normal range and 2,301 nm maximum range; real range depends on payload, winds and temperature.
| Specification | Learjet 45XR Bombardier (Learjet) |
|---|---|
| Performance | |
| Range | 1,830 nm (3,389 km) |
| High-speed cruise | 448 kts |
| Long-range cruise | 437 kts |
| Maximum speed | Mach 0.81 |
| Maximum altitude | 51,000 ft |
| Take-off distance | 5,040 ft |
| Landing distance | 2,371 ft |
| Cabin | |
| Typical charter seats | 8 to 9 |
| Maximum seats | 9 |
| Cabin zones | 2 |
| Cabin length | 19 ft 9 in (6.02 m) |
| Cabin width | 5 ft 1 in (1.55 m) |
| Cabin height | 4 ft 11 in (1.50 m) |
| Cabin volume | 410 cu ft |
| Baggage | 65 cu ft |
| Engines and weights | |
| Engines | 2 × Honeywell TFE731-20BR |
| Thrust per engine | 3,500 lbf |
| Maximum take-off weight | 21,500 lb |
| Fuel capacity | 6,062 lb |
| Price and ownership | |
| First delivered | 1998 |
| In production | No |
| New price | $13M (2003) |
| Pre-owned price | $3.6M to $4.0M |
| Operating cost per hour | $6,091 |
Gold marks the best figure in each row. Take-off distance: At maximum take-off weight, sea level. Cabin length: Manufacturers measure cabin length differently; volume is the fairer comparison. Operating cost per hour: As reported; some sources quote variable cost only, others include fixed costs. See the basis under each aircraft.
Sources:Aviation Safety Network: Learjet 45 (LJ45) occurrences, 55 listed (Nov 2026)AOPA Pilot: Quick look, Bombardier Learjet 45 (Nov 2013): first flight 7 October 1995, FAA certification September 1997, initial deliveries mid 1998GlobalAir: Learjet 40XR specifications (Nov 2026): 6 passengers, MTOW 21,000 lb, normal range 1,778 nm, cabin 17 ft 8 in long, 5 ft 1 in wide, 4 ft 11 in tall, 363 cu ft, balanced field length 4,680 ftWikipedia: Learjet 45AircraftExchange: 2008 Bombardier Learjet 45XR N379LJ S/N 45-0379 listing (2026): 8 seats plus aft belted lavatory, forward and aft four-seat executive clubs with fold-out tables, forward galley with ice drawers and hot coffee containerCRAFT: Bombardier Learjet 45XR ownership and operating costs (Oct 2026): $6,091 per flight hour at 200 hours a year, annual total $1,218,224Jetcraft: Learjet 45XR overview, 2003 to 2012 (Feb 2015): cabin volume 410 cu ftGlobalAir: Learjet 45 XR specifications (Nov 2026): internal baggage 15 cu ft, external baggage 50 cu ft; CRAFT gives 65 cu ft in allEASA: Type Certificate Data Sheet EASA.IM.A.020 Learjet 45, Issue 18 (Aug 2026): FAA Type Certificate Data Sheet T00008WI; Learjet 45 FAA certification 22 September 1997Guardian Jet via GlobalAir: 2008 Learjet 45XR S/N 45-349 for sale (2026): nine passengers including aft belted lavatory seat, double club, forward refreshment center, four single seats and two console tables in each cabin, GoGo Avance L5
Fuel burn and CO2
The Learjet 45XR burns about 227 US gallons (687 kg) of jet fuel an hour, which puts out about 2.2 tonnes of CO2. Sustainable aviation fuel, where the departure airport has it, cuts the lifecycle figure.
| Flight | Fuel | CO2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 flight hour | 690 kg | 2.2 tonnes |
| 3 flight hours | 2,060 kg | 6.5 tonnes |
| 8 flight hours | 5,500 kg | 17.4 tonnes |
Average block figures; real burn depends on weight, altitude and winds. Fuel at 0.8 kg per litre.
Learjet 45XR interior and cabin layout
Nearly every Learjet 45 we checked has the same plan: two four-seat clubs with tables, a refreshment center at the front and an enclosed lavatory at the back with a belted seat for a ninth passenger. The cabin is 4 ft 11 in tall, so you cannot stand upright. Fittings vary by aircraft, so we confirm the seat map and Wi-Fi with each quote. The layouts below come from listings of aircraft offered for sale.
Inside the Learjet 45XR
Cabin layouts
- Four single seats with two console tables
- Forward refreshment center with storage ahead
- Four single seats with two console tables
- Enclosed lavatory with a vacuum toilet and a belted seat approved for takeoff and landing
- Four-seat executive club with fold-out tables
- Forward galley with ice drawers and a hot coffee container
- Four-seat executive club with fold-out tables
- Aft belted lavatory behind
How big is the cabin?
4 ft 11 in (1.50 m) tall and 5 ft 1 in (1.55 m) wide: most adults stoop slightly in the aisle. The cabin runs 19 ft 9 in (6.02 m), 410 cu ft in all.
Drawn to scale from the height and width; the figure is 1.80 m tall.
Cabin size
19 ft 9 in (6.02 m) long, 5 ft 1 in (1.55 m) wide and 4 ft 11 in (1.50 m) tall: 410 cu ft of cabin space.
Galley
A refreshment center at the front of the cabin, not a full galley. The listings we checked show ice drawers or bins, a hot coffee container and, on S/N 283, a microwave.
Lavatories
One enclosed lavatory at the back of the cabin. On most aircraft its toilet is a belted seat certified for takeoff and landing, which is how the cabin carries a ninth passenger.
Wi-Fi and connectivity
Varies by aircraft. The listings we checked show Gogo Avance L5 Wi-Fi, Gogo ATG-5000 Wi-Fi, which works over the US and Canada, and Iridium satellite phones. Some have no Wi-Fi. We confirm the system for your aircraft.
Baggage
65 cu ft in all: a 50 cu ft external hold in the tail and about 15 cu ft inside the cabin.
Cabin updates
Flat-floor cabin with a wider, noncircular cross section that gives more head and shoulder room than older Learjets. Honeywell Primus 1000 flight deck with four displays. Honeywell RE 100 APU for cabin power and air on the ground. 110 volt outlets and an Airshow moving map on many aircraft.
Sources:Guardian Jet via GlobalAir: 2008 Learjet 45XR S/N 45-349 for sale (2026): nine passengers including aft belted lavatory seat, double club, forward refreshment center, four single seats and two console tables in each cabin, GoGo Avance L5AircraftExchange: 2008 Bombardier Learjet 45XR N379LJ S/N 45-0379 listing (2026): 8 seats plus aft belted lavatory, forward and aft four-seat executive clubs with fold-out tables, forward galley with ice drawers and hot coffee containerElliott Jets: 2011 Learjet 45XR N451A S/N 45-0413 (2026): eight passengers, double club with aft belted lavatory for a ninth passenger, five 110 volt outlets, Airshow 4000, Gogo Avance L5
On board: what to expect
- ✕Stand-up cabin4 ft 11 in (1.50 m) tall
- ✓Flat floorNo dropped aisle
- ✓Two cabin zonesTwo four-seat clubs
- ✓Enclosed lavatoryAft, with pocket doors
- ✓Belted lavatory seatNinth passenger place on most aircraft
- ✓GalleyForward refreshment center
- ✓APUHoneywell RE 100
- ~Wi-FiGogo Avance L5 or ATG-5000, by aircraft
Fit-out varies by aircraft. We confirm every item for the aircraft on your quote.
Sources:GlobalAir: Learjet 45 XR specifications (Nov 2026): cabin height 4 ft 11 inWikipedia: Learjet 45AircraftExchange: 2008 Bombardier Learjet 45XR N379LJ S/N 45-0379 listing (2026): forward and aft four-seat executive clubsDuncan Aviation: 2005 Learjet 45XR N22CT S/N 283 (2026): eight captain's chairs in two clubs, belted lavatory with flushing toilet, sink and two pocket doors, galley with microwave, heated coffee pot and two ice bins, 66 cu ft aft baggageElliott Jets: 2011 Learjet 45XR N451A S/N 45-0413 (2026): eight passengers, double club with aft belted lavatory for a ninth passenger, five 110 volt outlets, Airshow 4000, Gogo Avance L5AOPA Pilot: Quick look, Bombardier Learjet 45 (Nov 2013): typically double club seating with an optional belted lavatory seat; 45XR has TFE731-20BR engines for faster cruise, faster climb and better hot and high runway performance, more legroom and galley storage; Honeywell RE 100 APU; external baggage 50 cu ft; 45XR introduced July 2002, FAA certified June 2004GlobalAir: Learjet 45 XR for sale (1 Nov 2026): S/N 360 N221WP lists ATG-5000 Wi-Fi and a belted lavatory seat for a ninth passenger
How much does a Learjet 45XR cost?
A new Learjet 45XR listed at about $13 million in 2003. Production has ended, so most buyers look at pre-owned aircraft. Owning one also means paying to fly and maintain it, which is why most people who fly a few times a year charter instead.
Buy new
List price of a new Learjet 45XR when deliveries began, as reported by CRAFT.
Buy pre-owned
Asking prices, not valuations: GlobalAir showed 9 Learjet 45XRs for sale, priced ones asking $3.595 million to $3.995 million. Older Learjet 45s ask less, for example $2.295 million for a 1999 aircraft and $2.495 million for a 2004 aircraft. November 2026.
Cost to operate
Total cost per flight hour including fixed costs at 200 hours a year, CRAFT Learjet 45XR ownership and operating cost estimate (annual total $1,218,224, fuel at $7.66 a gallon, October 2026). Fuel burn about 227 US gallons an hour.
Sources:CRAFT: Bombardier Learjet 45XR ownership and operating costs (Oct 2026): list price $13 million when deliveries began, deliveries 2003 to 2012, 208 in active serviceGlobalAir: Learjet 45 XR for sale (1 Nov 2026): 9 listed, priced aircraft $3,595,000 to $3,995,000
Learjet 45XR charter cost per hour in Mexico (2026)
You pay for flight time, not the aircraft. Midsize jets like the Learjet 45XR charter at about MX$121.9k to MX$170.3k per flight hour; the quote adds positioning, crew overnights, airport charges and taxes for your exact trip.
Midsize jets, per flight hour
What moves the price
- Positioning: one-way trips usually pay for the empty flight home.
- Crew overnights and waiting days on multi-day trips.
- Airport and handling fees, plus IVA where it applies, and airport fees.
- Empty legs can cut the price sharply when one matches your dates.
Charter or own?
Owning a Learjet 45XR costs about MX$8.97 million a year before it flies (crew, hangar, insurance), plus about MX$67,100 for every flight hour. At the hours most owners fly, chartering costs less per hour, and you pay nothing when you do not fly.
| You fly | Owning (per hour) | Charter in Mexico (per hour) |
|---|---|---|
| 50 hours a year | MX$246,000 per hour | MX$121.9k to MX$170.3k per hour |
| 100 hours a year | MX$157,000 per hour | MX$121.9k to MX$170.3k per hour |
| 200 hours a year | MX$112,000 per hour | MX$121.9k to MX$170.3k per hour |
| 300 hours a year | MX$97,000 per hour | MX$121.9k to MX$170.3k per hour |
CRAFT Learjet 45XR ownership and operating cost estimate (October 2026): crew, training, hangar, insurance, management and other fixed costs a year, plus fuel at $7.66 a gallon (227 gallons an hour), maintenance, engine reserves and trip costs per flight hour, for an aircraft flying 200 hours a year. Excludes buying the aircraft and depreciation. Converted at MX$18.3836 to the dollar (16 October 2026). Charter rates are before taxes, positioning and airport charges.
Learjet 45XR range: routes it flies non-stop
With about 1,830 nm of range, the Learjet 45XR links Mexico with the wider region without a fuel stop. Popular Mexican routes:
- Distance
- 1,347 nm
- Flight time
- 3h 23m
- Indicative one-way price
- MX$412k to MX$576k
- Distance
- 1,294 nm
- Flight time
- 3h 16m
- Indicative one-way price
- MX$397k to MX$555k
- Distance
- 1,138 nm
- Flight time
- 2h 54m
- Indicative one-way price
- MX$354k to MX$495k
- Distance
- 812 nm
- Flight time
- 2h 09m
- Indicative one-way price
- MX$263k to MX$368k
- Distance
- 790 nm
- Flight time
- 2h 07m
- Indicative one-way price
- MX$257k to MX$359k
- Distance
- 722 nm
- Flight time
- 1h 57m
- Indicative one-way price
- MX$238k to MX$333k
- Distance
- 678 nm
- Flight time
- 1h 51m
- Indicative one-way price
- MX$226k to MX$315k
- Distance
- 620 nm
- Flight time
- 1h 43m
- Indicative one-way price
- MX$209k to MX$293k
Flight time at long-range cruise plus taxi and climb. Price is flight time at the hourly rates above, before taxes, positioning and airport charges.
Where the Learjet 45XR can land
A fast midsize jet that needs about 5,040 ft of runway at full weight, and less on shorter trips.
Runway needed
About 5,040 ft to take off at maximum weight at sea level and about 2,371 ft to land at maximum landing weight. Hot or high airports need more.
Hot and high
The 45XR's TFE731-20BR engines were introduced partly to improve takeoff performance at hot and high airports.
Sources:Jetcraft: Learjet 45XR overview, 2003 to 2012 (Feb 2015): takeoff 5,040 ft at MTOW, landing 2,371 ft at maximum landing weight, sea level, ISAAOPA Pilot: Quick look, Bombardier Learjet 45 (Nov 2013): typically double club seating with an optional belted lavatory seat; 45XR has TFE731-20BR engines for faster cruise, faster climb and better hot and high runway performance, more legroom and galley storage; Honeywell RE 100 APU; external baggage 50 cu ft; 45XR introduced July 2002, FAA certified June 2004
Tell us the route and dates. We check every Learjet 45XR available in Mexico and reply with an all-in price, around the clock.
Who operates the Learjet 45XR in Mexico?
Learjet 45XR operators in Mexico
Altivo Jets is a broker: we ask these operators for availability and price on your dates and book the aircraft with the licensed operator named on your quote.
Every Learjet 45XR on charter in Mexico
10 on the charter list in Mexico, 24 years old on average. We ask the operator for the exact cabin, seats and photos of the aircraft on your quote.
- Operator
- Aerolíneas Ejecutivas
- Base
- Toluca, State of Mexico
- Year built
- Not listed
- Seats
- Not listed
- Operator
- Aerolíneas Ejecutivas
- Base
- Toluca, State of Mexico
- Year built
- Not listed
- Seats
- Not listed
- Operator
- Fly Across
- Base
- Toluca, State of Mexico
- Year built
- Not listed
- Seats
- Not listed
- Operator
- Fly Across
- Base
- Toluca, State of Mexico
- Year built
- Not listed
- Seats
- Not listed
- Operator
- Transportes Aéreos Pegaso
- Base
- Toluca, State of Mexico
- Year built
- 2001
- Seats
- Not listed
- Operator
- Transportes Aéreos Pegaso
- Base
- Toluca, State of Mexico
- Year built
- 2004
- Seats
- Not listed
- Operator
- FlyMex
- Base
- Toluca, State of Mexico
- Year built
- Not listed
- Seats
- Not listed
- Operator
- Grupo Avemex
- Base
- Toluca, State of Mexico
- Year built
- Not listed
- Seats
- Not listed
- Operator
- Pabe Tax
- Base
- Toluca, State of Mexico
- Year built
- Not listed
- Seats
- Not listed
- Operator
- Servicios Aéreos Estrella
- Base
- Toluca, State of Mexico
- Year built
- Not listed
- Seats
- Not listed
Learjet 45 family versions
Learjet 45
The original model, FAA certified on 22 September 1997 and first delivered in mid 1998, with TFE731-20 engines and a 20,500 lb maximum takeoff weight.
Learjet 45XR
TFE731-20BR engines for faster cruise, faster climb and better hot and high performance, a 21,500 lb maximum takeoff weight and a revised interior. Jetcraft counts 208 built. Earlier 45s can be brought up to the same standard by service bulletin.
Learjet 40 and 40XR
A shorter version, 24.5 in shorter than the 45, with less cabin room and no APU. The 40XR has the same upgrades as the 45XR.
Learjet 70 and 75
The successors, with TFE731-40BR engines, new avionics and winglets. The last Learjet 75 was delivered on 28 March 2022.
Learjet 45XR vs Learjet 40XR
- Cabin: the same 5 ft 1 in width and 4 ft 11 in height, but the 45XR cabin is 19 ft 9 in long against 17 ft 8 in, and 410 cu ft against 363 cu ft.
- Seats: typically 8 to 9 on the 45XR against 6 on the 40XR.
- Weight: 21,500 lb maximum takeoff weight against 21,000 lb.
- Range: on GlobalAir figures the 40XR goes slightly further, 1,778 nm normal range against 1,685 nm.
- APU: standard on the 45 family, not fitted to the 40.
Sources:
How the official lists write it: LR-45-45 · LEARJET-45 XR · LEARJET-45 · LEARJET-45XR.
Learjet 45XR vs Citation XLS, Phenom 300E, PC-24 and other midsize jets
The jets people weigh against the Learjet 45XR, side by side from the same verified data.
| Specification | Learjet 45XR Bombardier (Learjet) | Citation XLS Cessna (Textron Aviation) | Phenom 300E Embraer | PC-24 Pilatus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||||
| Range | 1,830 nm (3,389 km) | 1,750 nm (3,241 km) | 2,010 nm (3,723 km) (best) | 2,000 nm (3,704 km) |
| High-speed cruise | 448 kts | 441 kts | 464 kts (best) | 440 kts |
| Long-range cruise | 437 kts | Not published | Not published | Not published |
| Maximum speed | Mach 0.81 (best) | Mach 0.752 | Mach 0.8 | Mach 0.74 |
| Maximum altitude | 51,000 ft (best) | 45,000 ft | 45,000 ft | 45,000 ft |
| Take-off distance | 5,040 ft | 3,600 ft | 3,209 ft | 3,090 ft (best) |
| Landing distance | 2,371 ft | 3,180 ft | 2,212 ft (best) | 2,410 ft |
| Cabin | ||||
| Typical charter seats | 8 to 9 | 6 to 9 | 6 | 6 to 8 |
| Maximum seats | 9 | 12 (best) | 10 | 10 |
| Cabin zones | 2 | Not published | Not published | Not published |
| Cabin length | 19 ft 9 in (6.02 m) | 18 ft 6 in (5.64 m) | 17 ft 2 in (5.23 m) | 23 ft (7.01 m) (best) |
| Cabin width | 5 ft 1 in (1.55 m) | 5 ft 6 in (1.68 m) | 5 ft 1 in (1.55 m) | 5 ft 7 in (1.70 m) (best) |
| Cabin height | 4 ft 11 in (1.50 m) | 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) in the dropped centre aisle (best) | 4 ft 11 in (1.50 m) | 5 ft 1 in (1.55 m) |
| Cabin volume | 410 cu ft | Not published | Not published | 501 cu ft (best) |
| Baggage | 65 cu ft | 90 cu ft | 84 cu ft | 90 cu ft, reachable in flight |
| Cabin altitude | Not published | Not published | 6,600 ft at 45,000 ft | 8,000 ft at 45,000 ft |
| Price and ownership | ||||
| First delivered | 1998 | 2022 | 2009 | 2018 |
| In production | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| New price | $13M (2003) | $15.5M (2022) | $11.0M (2023) | $11.9M (2024) |
| Pre-owned price | $3.6M to $4.0M | $6.5M to $8.4M | $9.5M to $13.5M | $9.8M to $12.5M |
| Operating cost per hour | $6,091 | $4,305 | $4,237 | $3,631 |
| Charter fleet | ||||
| On Mexico charter list | 10 aircraft (best) | 2 aircraft | 8 aircraft | 2 aircraft |
Gold marks the best figure in each row. Take-off distance: At maximum take-off weight, sea level. Cabin length: Manufacturers measure cabin length differently; volume is the fairer comparison. Operating cost per hour: As reported; some sources quote variable cost only, others include fixed costs. See the basis under each aircraft.
Compare any two jets
Smaller or bigger than the Learjet 45XR
Learjet 60 / 60XR
Bigger: the larger Learjet 60, with a longer cabin and more range.
Learjet 45XR safety record
Events from official investigations and safety databases. We also check the record of the exact aircraft and operator before we book.
XC-VMC, Mexico City, 2008
A Mexican government Learjet 45 crashed on approach to Mexico City, killing all nine on board and people on the ground. Mexico's civil aviation authority found it had closed to within about 4 nm of a Boeing 767, slowed too late and lost control in the airliner's wake turbulence.
VT-SSK, Baramati, 2026
A Learjet 45XR crashed while landing at Baramati in India, killing all five on board, including Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister. India's AAIB preliminary report notes visibility well below the VFR minimum and an airfield with no navigation aids. The final report is pending.
N454LJ, Wallops Island, 1998
A Learjet test aircraft ran off the runway during water spray tests and hit a parked truck. The crew survived with minor injuries. The NTSB blamed a loss of alignment with the water pool and poor test planning.
Type record
The Aviation Safety Network lists 55 Learjet 45 occurrences since 1998, with 8 aircraft written off and 4 fatal accidents. We check it for the exact aircraft before we book.
Sources:Aviation Safety Network: Learjet 45 XC-VMC, Mexico City, 4 November 2008 (DGAC Mexico investigation)Deccan Herald: Low visibility, operational issues cited in AAIB report on Baramati plane crash (Feb 2026): Learjet 45XR VT-SSK, 28 January 2026, five killedNTSB record IAD99FA008 via accidents.app: Learjet 45 N454LJ, Wallops Island, Virginia, 27 October 1998Aviation Safety Network: Learjet 45 (LJ45) occurrences, 55 listed (Nov 2026)
Learjet 45XR photos
Other midsize jets on charter in Mexico
Cessna Citation Latitude
8 on charter in Mexico with 1 operator
Embraer Praetor 500 / Legacy 450
6 on charter in Mexico with 2 operators
Cessna Citation Sovereign
4 on charter in Mexico with 1 operator
Cessna Citation XLS / XLS+ / Excel
2 on charter in Mexico with 2 operators
Cessna Citation III / VI / VII
2 on charter in Mexico with 1 operator
Compare the Learjet 45XR with others of its size
The Learjet 45XR appears on this seat page, next to every other model on charter with the same number of seats.
Questions, answered
Still deciding? A charter specialist will talk you through aircraft, airports and price, with no obligation.
Ask a specialistHow much does a Learjet 45 cost?+
A new 45XR listed at about $13 million when deliveries began. In November 2026 used 45XRs were asking about $3.6 million to $4.0 million, and older Learjet 45s about $2.3 million to $2.5 million. CRAFT estimates about $488,000 a year in fixed costs plus about $3,652 per flight hour to run one.
How many passengers does a Learjet 45 seat?+
Usually 8 in two four-seat clubs, plus a belted lavatory seat for a ninth. The type is certified for up to 9 passengers.
How far can a Learjet 45XR fly?+
About 1,830 nm with 4 passengers and NBAA IFR reserves.
What is the difference between the Learjet 45 and the 45XR?+
The 45XR has TFE731-20BR engines and a maximum takeoff weight of 21,500 lb against 20,500 lb, so it cruises faster, climbs faster and performs better at hot and high airports.
Can you stand up in a Learjet 45?+
No. The cabin is 4 ft 11 in (1.50 m) tall, though the flat floor gives more room than older Learjets.
Is the Learjet 45 still in production?+
No. The 45XR was built until 2012, when the Learjet 75 replaced it. Bombardier announced the end of Learjet production in February 2021 and delivered the last Learjet in March 2022.
How much fuel does a Learjet 45XR burn per hour?+
CRAFT puts the average at 227 US gallons an hour.
Who operates the Learjet 45 / 45XR in Mexico?+
7 Mexican operators holding an AFAC air taxi permit fly it: Aerolíneas Ejecutivas (2), Fly Across (2), Transportes Aéreos Pegaso (2), FlyMex (1), Grupo Avemex (1), Pabe Tax (1) and Servicios Aéreos Estrella (1). Altivo Jets can request any of them for your trip.
How much does it cost to charter a Learjet 45XR in Mexico?+
About MX$121.9k to MX$170.3k per flight hour, before IVA where it applies, and airport fees, positioning and airport charges. A one-way trip is priced on flight hours plus the aircraft's return positioning, so ask for a quote on your dates.
Where these numbers come from
Specifications come from manufacturer factsheets and regulator type certificate data sheets first, then aviation press and market data. Fleet counts come from AFAC air taxi permit records (checked 18 October 2026). Figures were checked in October 2026. This profile was last reviewed on 1 November 2026.
- Aviation Safety Network: Learjet 45 (LJ45) occurrences, 55 listed (Nov 2026)
- AOPA Pilot: Quick look, Bombardier Learjet 45 (Nov 2013): first flight 7 October 1995, FAA certification September 1997, initial deliveries mid 1998
- GlobalAir: Learjet 40XR specifications (Nov 2026): 6 passengers, MTOW 21,000 lb, normal range 1,778 nm, cabin 17 ft 8 in long, 5 ft 1 in wide, 4 ft 11 in tall, 363 cu ft, balanced field length 4,680 ft
- Wikipedia: Learjet 45
- AircraftExchange: 2008 Bombardier Learjet 45XR N379LJ S/N 45-0379 listing (2026): 8 seats plus aft belted lavatory, forward and aft four-seat executive clubs with fold-out tables, forward galley with ice drawers and hot coffee container
- CRAFT: Bombardier Learjet 45XR ownership and operating costs (Oct 2026): $6,091 per flight hour at 200 hours a year, annual total $1,218,224
- Jetcraft: Learjet 45XR overview, 2003 to 2012 (Feb 2015): cabin volume 410 cu ft
- GlobalAir: Learjet 45 XR specifications (Nov 2026): internal baggage 15 cu ft, external baggage 50 cu ft; CRAFT gives 65 cu ft in all
- EASA: Type Certificate Data Sheet EASA.IM.A.020 Learjet 45, Issue 18 (Aug 2026): FAA Type Certificate Data Sheet T00008WI; Learjet 45 FAA certification 22 September 1997
- Guardian Jet via GlobalAir: 2008 Learjet 45XR S/N 45-349 for sale (2026): nine passengers including aft belted lavatory seat, double club, forward refreshment center, four single seats and two console tables in each cabin, GoGo Avance L5
- Elliott Jets: 2011 Learjet 45XR N451A S/N 45-0413 (2026): eight passengers, double club with aft belted lavatory for a ninth passenger, five 110 volt outlets, Airshow 4000, Gogo Avance L5
- Duncan Aviation: 2005 Learjet 45XR N22CT S/N 283 (2026): eight captain's chairs in two clubs, belted lavatory with flushing toilet, sink and two pocket doors, galley with microwave, heated coffee pot and two ice bins, 66 cu ft aft baggage
- GlobalAir: Learjet 45 XR for sale (1 Nov 2026): 9 listed, priced aircraft $3,595,000 to $3,995,000
- Aviation Trader: 2007 Learjet 45XR N45LX S/N 45-332 (2026): 8 executive seats plus belted lavatory, Iridium ICS-200 phone
- Deccan Herald: Low visibility, operational issues cited in AAIB report on Baramati plane crash (Feb 2026): Learjet 45XR VT-SSK, 28 January 2026, five killed
- Aviation Safety Network: Learjet 45 XC-VMC, Mexico City, 4 November 2008 (DGAC Mexico investigation)
- AIN: Bombardier delivers final production Learjet (Mar 2022): end of production announced February 2021, final Learjet 75 delivered 28 March 2022
- NTSB record IAD99FA008 via accidents.app: Learjet 45 N454LJ, Wallops Island, Virginia, 27 October 1998
- GlobalAir: 2004 Learjet 45 S/N 45-260 XB-RJF for sale (2026): $2,495,000, nine seats in a double club with a belted lavatory
- Aviation Trader: 1999 Learjet 45 S/N 45-009 N395WB for sale (2026): $2,295,000, 8 seats, forward galley
- AIN: Final report, wake turbulence downed Mexican Learjet 45 (Nov 2009): DGAC Mexico, 4.15 nm behind a Boeing 767 against 5 nm required
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