N245MS

This airframe, registered as N245MS, is a 1983 Learjet 55 (Longhorn), serial number 077, built by GATES LEARJET CORP. The aircraft is owned by BEST AIRCRAFT DEALS LLC of Salt Lake City, UT, US, and appears on US registry records noting a 13‑seat certification; typical operator reports indicate executive reconfigurations. Notable registry annotation records the 13‑seat registration while industry descriptions commonly cite a 7–8 place executive cabin; current market valuation for this specific airframe is listed at $800,000.

The cabin for this Learjet 55 (Longhorn) airframe is reported as a typical 7–8 place executive layout in operator descriptions, although FAA and registry documentation records 13 seats for this specific aircraft; configurations vary by owner/operator. Avionics on the model commonly reflect Collins FDS‑85 / Pro Line‑era systems, with many airframes upgraded to UNS‑1D FMS or equivalents — upgrade status varies by serial and owner. Operational use for this airframe under BEST AIRCRAFT DEALS LLC is most consistent with executive charter or owner/operator missions originating from Salt Lake City, with range and cruise performance supporting medium‑length cross‑country flights. Maintenance considerations for this unit would reflect the TFE731 series engines and legacy Pro Line avionics, factors that influence avionics upgrade and engine shop visit scheduling.

The Learjet 55 (Longhorn) occupies a mid‑size business jet niche, offering transcontinental range and high cruise speeds within its class as evidenced by this airframe’s 420 kt cruise and 2,244 nm range. Demand and resale value for 1980s Learjet 55s are influenced by airframe condition, engine TFE731 maintenance status, and the extent of avionics modernization (UNS‑1D or equivalent upgrades). For this specific serial (077), the listed value of $800,000 reflects age, configured seating flexibility (registered 13 vs. typical 7–8 executive layout), and the ongoing market emphasis on avionics and engine life‑cycle considerations.