N121LJ

This airframe, registered as N121LJ, is a 1996-built Learjet 31A with manufacturer listed as Bombardier Aerospace and serial number 31A-0121. The aircraft is owned by N121LJ LLC, a corporation based in Elmira, NY, and operates on the US registry. Notable administrative entries for this airframe include its corporate ownership structure and localized operator base in Elmira, and its market valuation is assessed at $750,000, reflecting its age and configuration.

The airframe is outfitted in a 7-place executive cabin layout, described as a 7-place executive layout with large entry upgrade and belted lavatory options, supporting executive light-jet missions and short cross-country trips. Avionics remain the original Bendix/King EFIS/KFC-3100 autopilot legacy architecture augmented with WAAS/LPV and ADS-B Out, and the installation includes XM Weather for enhanced en route meteorological information. Typical mission profiles for this aircraft under corporate ownership center on point-to-point business travel within its 1,290 nm range and high-speed cruise capability of 441 kts, with transcontinental legs requiring fuel stops. Maintenance considerations for this specific airframe include continuing support for legacy Bendix/King avionics platforms and the Honeywell TFE731 engine series, both of which have established aftermarket pathways but can entail avionics upgrade planning for long-term operational relevance.

The Learjet 31A family occupies the light, high-performance business jet niche, valued for fast cruise speeds and high service ceilings up to 51,000 ft, directly competing with other light jets in the 4–8 passenger class. Typical buyers and charter operators seek the Learjet 31A for its speed and climb performance; however, resale value and demand are moderated by older avionics and aging airframes, as reflected in the $750,000 valuation of this 1996 airframe. Prospective owners often weigh the costs of avionics modernization and engine lifecycle events against mission needs and the platform’s strong cruise and ceiling performance.