Learjet 35 Aircraft 1980s
Learjet, produced under Bombardier Aviation.
1980s light jets are the early Learjet 35/35A, Learjet 31, Cessna Citation II/III/V (pre-Bravo), Hawker 700/800-series early variants. TFE731 and JT15D engines from this era have proven reliability records. Mandate-upgrade investment (ADS-B, FANS, RVSM) has been substantial on these aircraft; mandate-current 1980s light jets command meaningful premium. Avionics retrofits very common — verify what's installed.
8 used Learjet 35 aircraft for sale 1980s · 8-seat · $525K – $1.1M · updated 1 hour ago
About the Learjet 35
The Learjet 35 (and improved 35A) is the classic light Learjet — a fast, swept-wing 1970s-80s jet that remains widely flown for charter, cargo, medevac (the 35 is a favourite air ambulance) and military support roles. Twin Garrett TFE731-2 engines, cruise around 460 knots, range ~2,000 nm and a ramp presence unmistakably Learjet. The most affordable way into Learjet ownership, with a vast support base — though older systems need careful inspection and mandate upgrades.
Learjet 35 Specifications
Model specThe Learjet 35 is a 8-seat light jet with a cruise speed of 425 kt (787 km/h), a range of 2,050 nm (3,797 km), and a useful load of 4,600 lbs (2,087 kg).
8 Learjet 35 For Sale
There are currently 8 used Learjet 35 for sale, ranging from $525,000 to $1,100,000, with a median asking price of $812,500.
Compare Learjet 35
See how the Learjet 35 stacks up against similar aircraft in specs, price, and operating costs.
Learjet 35 Price & Cost
How much does a Learjet 35 cost? Used 35 prices: $525K – $1.1M, average $812K (median $812K), across 2 priced of 8 active listings.
Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.
Buying a Used Learjet 35
Buying a Learjet 35 is about the engines, maintenance programs and avionics as much as the airframe. Engine and airframe hourly-maintenance programs transfer with the aircraft and materially change both price and risk.
What to check before buying
- Engine status & program — time to overhaul/MPI and whether the engines are enrolled on an hourly maintenance program (the biggest value driver on any jet).
- Airframe program & inspections — scheduled (Doc) inspections, airframe/parts programs and total cycles.
- Avionics & mandates — a modern glass flight deck plus required mandates (ADS-B, FANS) raise value and capability.
- Damage history & logbooks — complete, gap-free records and a clean accident history protect resale.
- Pre-buy inspection — a full pre-buy at a type-authorised service centre before money changes hands.
Frequently Asked Questions — Learjet 35
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Learjet 35 Safety Record
Across all 35 variants, 53 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1983–2024. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 23, 2024 | Matupa, | Fatal (2) | — |
| Jan 02, 2024 | San Marcos, TX | Incident | The captain’s failure to perform a go-around following an unstable approach while landing with a gusty tailwind, which r… |
| Nov 01, 2023 | Cuernavaca, | Incident | — |
| May 15, 2023 | Hohn, | Incident | — |
| Jan 16, 2023 | Hohn, | Incident | — |
NTSB records 1983–2024. Includes all Learjet 35 variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.