N126KL
Gates Learjet 55
Gates Learjet Corp
5 Hours
Duration of Flight
2244 NM
Range
458 MPH
Max Speed

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Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2025-09-26No flight history available
Flight records for this aircraft have not been tracked yet.
AI Summary
Gates Learjet 55
Overview
US-registered Gates Learjet 55, serial 096. Standard/Transport airworthiness class; Mode S A06AE8. Recent FAA action dated 2025-09-26.
Specifications
- Engines: 2× Garrett TFE731 series (3500 lbf each)
- Range: 2244 nm
- Cruise: 420 kts
- Seats: 13
- Ceiling: 51000 ft
Operations & Cabin
Typical 7–8 passenger executive club layout with forward galley and enclosed aft lavatory; certified up to 13 seats in higher-density arrangement. Stand-up cabin with improved cabin volume versus earlier Lear models; forward galley, enclosed aft lavatory, adjustable seating/club configuration depending on refit. Avionics: Common fitted equipment on 55-series airframes includes Collins FIS-84/FIS-85 navigation/flight displays, J.E.T. FC-550 autopilot and King/Universal GPS/ FMS options (varies by aircraft).
Model & Market Context
This airframe, registered N126KL, is a 1984-built Gates Learjet 55, serial number 096, currently operated and owned by FL JET SOLUTION LLC of Hallandale Beach, FL, US. The airframe carries a US civil registration and is noted in records with a market valuation of $850,000. Maintenance and operational records for this specific serial are not published here, but its listed owner and home-base indicate localized operation from South Florida. Ownership by FL JET SOLUTION LLC is the principal recorded corporate custodial change available for this aircraft.
The cabin of this Gates Learjet 55 is described in the typical executive layout for the series, with a 7–8 passenger club arrangement forward, a forward galley and an enclosed aft lavatory, while the type certification permits higher-density configurations certified up to 13 seats. Common avionics fit for 55-series airframes — which can apply to this airframe depending on equipment choices — include Collins FIS-84/FIS-85 navigation/flight displays, a J.E.T. FC-550 autopilot and King/Universal GPS/FMS options; specific installed units for this serial are not itemized here. With a transcontinental-capable range of 2,244 nm and a cruise of 420 kts, typical missions for this jet from its South Florida base would include business and charter sectors operating medium-haul routes and high-altitude cruise profiles up to 51,000 ft. Maintenance considerations for this aircraft reflect the twin Garrett TFE731 series turbofan configuration and the airframe’s model-specific service programs.
The Gates Learjet 55 occupies a performance niche defined by mid‑size, high‑speed, high‑altitude executive transport within fixed‑wing multi‑engine categories; this particular airframe’s specifications—range 2,244 nm, cruise 420 kts, and service ceiling 51,000 ft—illustrate that capability. Market demand and resale considerations for a 1984 serial like 096 are influenced by installed avionics, engine TBO and overhaul status, and interior configuration choices between executive and higher‑density seating, factors implicit in the listed valuation of $850,000. Prospective buyers and operators typically weigh cabin layout flexibility, avionics standardization, and maintenance history when assessing serviceability and long-term operating economics for an airframe of this type.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N126KL | N117LR | N155ER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | 096 | 55-075 | 55-098 |
| Year Manufactured | 1984 | 1982 | 1984 |
| Duration of Flight | 5 Hours | 5 Hours | 5 Hours |
| Range | 2244 NM | 2244 NM | 2244 NM |
| Max Speed | 458 MPH | 483 MPH | 458 MPH |
| Aircraft Class | 12,500-19,999lbs | 12,500-19,999lbs | 12,500-19,999lbs |
| Service Ceiling | 51000 ft | 51000 ft | 51000 ft |
| Max Passengers | 13 | 13 | 13 |
| Cabin Comfort | No items found. | No items found. | No items found. |