Range
2405 NM
Max Speed
Mach 0.81
Capacity
Up to 4
Avionics
Pratt & Whitney Canada
Engines
PW305A
Origin
United States
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About The Learjet 60
The Learjet 60 is a mid-size business jet from Bombardier's Learjet family. It is an important part of Bombardier's private aviation history, serving owners, corporate flight departments, charter operators, and special mission users with a blend of speed, cabin utility, and proven systems for its generation.
2,405 Nautical Mile Range
Mission capability suited to regional, coast-to-coast, and high-utilization corporate missions.
Mach 0.81 Top Speed
High-speed performance for its class and production era.
Learjet Family Heritage
A notable Bombardier model that helped define the Learjet product line.
PW305A Engines
Twin Pratt & Whitney Canada turbofans shape the aircraft's performance and maintenance profile.
Spotlight: 2,405 Nautical Mile Range
Mission capability suited to regional, coast-to-coast, and high-utilization corporate missions.
Milestones
Program Status
Out of Production
Learjet 60 Specifications
Performance
Max Cruise Speed
465 KTAS
(861 km/h)
Long Range Cruise
430 KTAS
(796 km/h)
Mach Speed
M 0.81
Max Range
2,405 NM
(4,454 km)
Service Ceiling
51,000 FT
(15,545 m)
Climb Rate
4,500 FPM
Takeoff Distance
5,450 FT
(1,661 m)
Landing Distance
3,420 FT
(1,042 m)
With a maximum range of approximately 2,405 nautical miles and a top operating speed of Mach 0.81, the Learjet 60 is designed for regional, coast-to-coast, and high-utilization corporate missions. Its 51,000 ft service ceiling, published runway performance, and mature support ecosystem make it a relevant aircraft for buyers evaluating capability, acquisition cost, and mission fit.
Powerplant
Engine Manufacturer
Pratt & Whitney Canada
Engine Model
PW305A
Engine Type
Turbofan
Thrust Per Engine
4,600 LBF
Engine Count
2
Maintenance Plan
On Condition
Noise Stage
Stage 3/4 compliant by configuration
The Learjet 60 is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW305A turbofan engines, each rated at approximately 4,600 pounds of thrust. This powerplant pairing defines much of the aircraft's climb, cruise, maintenance, and operating-cost profile, especially for legacy operators comparing engine programs and inspection status.
Operating Weights
MTOW (Max Takeoff)
23,500 LB
(10,659 kg)
Max Landing Weight
19,500 LB
(8,845 kg)
Max Zero Fuel Weight
17,250 LB
(7,824 kg)
Max Payload
2,500 LB
(1,134 kg)
Fuel Capacity
7,910 LB
(3,588 kg)
Operating Empty Weight
14,900 LB
(6,759 kg)
Operating weights dictate the structural limits and mission profile of the aircraft. With an MTOW of 23,500 lbs, the Learjet 60 offers a high payload-to-range ratio, allowing operators to carry a full cabin without sacrificing distance.
Learjet 60 Interior
Cabin Specs
Length
17.7 FT
(5.39 m)
Width
5.9 FT
(1.80 m)
Height
5.7 FT
(1.74 m)
The Learjet 60 cabin provides a practical midsize cabin with executive seating and useful baggage capacity. Cabin dimensions are approximately 17.7 ft long, 5.9 ft wide, and 5.7 ft high, with seating for up to 9 passengers depending on layout and about 59 cubic feet of baggage capacity.
Operating Economics
Based on an assumed utilization of 350 flight hours annually.
Variable Costs
Fixed Costs
Annual Budget
$0.98M
Estimated Total Spend
Market Leading Operators
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The Learjet 60 had an estimated new list price of about $13.0M. Current pre-owned values vary significantly by year, total time, engine status, avionics, inspection history, and interior condition.
The Learjet 60 has a maximum range of approximately 2,405 nautical miles under typical published long-range cruise assumptions.
The Learjet 60 can reach a top operating speed of about Mach 0.81, with normal cruise speeds varying by altitude, weight, and mission profile.
Depending on cabin configuration, the Learjet 60 can accommodate up to 9 passengers.