Learjet 31A
Very Light jet - 6 passengers, 1,631 nm published range
About the Learjet 31A
The Learjet 31A pairs the classic swept-wing Learjet airframe and its trademark speed with a digital EFIS cockpit and uprated engines, making it one of the fastest and cheapest jets in the US charter fleet. Its cabin is tight by modern standards, but its climb and cruise speed still rival much newer aircraft.
Who charters it
Charter clients book the 31A for its speed and low hourly rate on shorter legs with 2-4 passengers, especially time-critical trips where getting there fast matters more than cabin comfort.
Specifications
- Class
- Very Light
- Manufacturer
- Bombardier / Learjet
- Published range
- 1,631 nm
- Range with four passengers
- 1,252 nm
- Reserve-adjusted (85% of four-passenger range)
- 1,064 nm
- Seats
- 6 typical, 8 max
- Service ceiling
- 51,000 ft
- Takeoff field
- 5,025 ft
- Cabin height
- 4'4"
- Cabin width
- 4'11"
- Cabin length
- 12'11"
- Indicative rate
- $3,300 - $4,200/hr
- Production
- Out of production
Specifications current as of 2026-08-24. Published range assumes still air, an optimum profile, and a light payload. Rates are indicative and vary with routing, availability, and operator.
Worth knowing
- Among the fastest jets in the light charter fleet (Mmo 0.81)
- Winglet-equipped Longhorn wing
- Digital EFIS cockpit with dual FMS
- 51,000 ft service ceiling
- Extended-range 31A ER fuel option available on some airframes
Colorado mountain airports: limited
Famous for climb performance and a 51,000 ft ceiling, but its sea-level takeoff distance is over 5,000 ft, which forces significant weight cuts at ASE's elevation, and the fleet is aging (production ended 2003) with few examples left in charter service. EGE is workable; treat ASE as conditional and TEX as unusual for this type.
Planning guidance only. The operator, the AFM performance data, and conditions on the day are the final authority.
Is the Learjet 31A right for your trip?
See how far it reaches from your departure airport, or send us the trip and we will price it against the alternatives.