The Learjet 55 was a low-wing cantilever monoplane with NASA -developed winglets. The aircraft has a T-tail and is powered by two Garrett TFE731 turbofans mounted each side of the rear fuselage. [1] . It has a retractable tricycle landing gear and an enclosed cabin for up to ten passengers and a cockpit for the two crew. [1] .

The Learjet 55 is powered by two Honeywell TFE731-3A-2B turbofan engines with 3,700 pounds of thrust. The cabin was designed with more space for improved comfort; it seats up to eight passengers. The jet also typically features retractable landing gear, dual Collins VHF20A communication systems, dual Collins TDR90 transponders, and a King 90A GPS.

Flying at 7,000 – 8,000 ft, at 250 knots, the Learjet 55 is an incredibly enjoyable aircraft to fly. Some pilots say the smaller lighter Learjet 30 feels like a fighter jet, but the Learjet 55’s authority on the roll axis is just as good. It handles amazingly for a plane of its size and weight.

Mid-size corporate jet. In service since 1981. New fuselage development of Learjet 28/29 Longhorn. A number of variants were produced: Learjet 55B with modified wings and digital flightdeck, Learjet 55C with delta fins and; 55ER for extended range.

The Learjet 55 "Longhorn" is a low-wing cantilever business jet manufactured by Bombardier Learjet. Development of the Learjet 55 began in April of 1978, and its first flight took place a year later. Production and delivery started in March, 1981.

The Learjet 55 is powered by two Honeywell TFE731-3A-2B turbofan engines with 3,700 pounds of thrust. The cabin was designed with more space for improved comfort; it seats up to eight passengers. The jet also typically features retractable landing gear, dual Collins VHF20A communication systems, dual Collins TDR90 transponders, and a King 90A GPS.

The Learjet 55 series was Learjet's first departure from small light jets. The all-new longer and wider fuselage was mated to the high performance Longhorn wing of the 28 and 29 models. Also noteworthy of the 55 is its offering of an aft, rather than forward, lavatory. The 55B offered additional gross takeoff weight and improved avionics.

Falling within the midsize business jet category, the Learjet 55 offers a harmonious blend of performance attributes and passenger amenities, making it a popular choice among business travelers and aviation aficionados alike. At the core of the Learjet 55's performance are two Garrett TFE731 turbofan engines.

The Bombardier Learjet 55 is a low-wing cantilever monoplane with NASA developed winglets, the winglets gave rise to the nickname “ Longhorn”. The aircraft has a T-tail and is powered by two Garrett TFE731 turbofans. The first production aircraft was delivered in March 1981.

Charter a Lear 55 Medium Jet manufactured by Learjet Inc between 1981 and 1993. View Lear 55 performance, specifications and cabin comparisons against other Medium Jets.