Description
The Learjet 40 is derived from the Learjet 45, but with a shorter fuselage (by 24.5 inches/60 cm), and is powered by two Honeywell TFE731-20AR engines. These are known as the “AR” engines. The 40 model takes place of discontinued light Learjet 31a in Learjet model line, with several welcome performance and comfort improvements taken from 45 model.
The prototype aircraft, a rebuilt Model 45, first flew on August 31, 2002, and the first production aircraft performed its maiden flight on September 5, 2002. Both flights took place from the Wichita Mid-Continent Airport. The LJ40 entered into service in January, 2004.
Learjet 40 Aircraft Highlights
- Interior currently undergoing refurbishment
- Exterior new paint scheme January 2020 shades of oyster, cream, milky way, moon dust & desert sand
- Engines on JSSI
- Always hangared
- Very low hours
- ADSB-OUT / WAAS / LPV
Learjet 40 Avionics Specification & Upgrades
Air Data Computer: Honeywell AZ-950, Integrated Avionics Computer: Honeywell IC-600, Standby Compass, VHF: Honeywell RCZ-833M, Weather Radar Antenna : Honeywell WC-660, ELT: Artex C406-2, TCAS Processor: Honeywell RT-951, EGPWS: Honeywell Mark V, Radio Altimeter: Honeywell RT-300 / AeroSonic, CVR: Honeywell SSCVR, VHF NAV: Honeywell RNZ-851, Radio Management Unit: Honeywell RMU-855, ADF Receiver: Honeywell RNZ-851, FDR: L3 Harris FA2100, DME Transceiver: Honeywell RNZ-851, Marker Beacon: Honeywell, ATC Transponder: Honeywell RCZ-833M, ADS-B / WAAS / LPV Capability, FMS: Universal UNS-1EW
Aircraft Interior & Entertainment Systems
- Currently being refurbished to a very high standard
- Oyster cream leather seats with diamond stitched panels
- Oyster cream leather side-paneling
- Taupe luxury wool carpet
- Charcoal grey gloss cabinetry
- Cabin seating for 6 in a centre-club configuration of 4 plus 2 forward side facing seats
- Forward refreshment centre
- Dual executive tables
- Contemporary brushed steel fittings
- Toilet with a solid door and a seat belt as #7 seat
- DVD player