N43MF

This article describes airframe N43MF, a 1980-built Gates Learjet 35A, serial 284, manufactured by Gates Learjet Corp. The jet is currently owned and operated by Med Flight Air Ambulance Inc, a corporation based in Albuquerque, NM, US, and is registered in the US. As a purpose-operated airframe configured for medical transport, N43MF is cataloged at an estimated market value of $960,000 and is maintained in service for air-ambulance operations from its operator’s base.

The cabin of N43MF is outfitted in a medical / air-ambulance configuration under the operator Med Flight Air Ambulance Inc, though the exact interior layout is not published. In its role as an air-ambulance, the airframe is employed on point-to-point critical care transfers and organ transport missions consistent with regional and cross-country tasking within the aircraft’s range and performance envelope. Avionics fit and specific medical systems are not detailed in the public data; however, typical operational considerations for this aircraft include rapid climb to its service ceiling of 45,000 ft, efficient cruise at 436 kts, and management of two AlliedSignal TFE731 turbofan engines. Maintenance is performed to support continuous readiness for medical missions from the operator’s Albuquerque base.

The Gates Learjet 35A family occupies a light bizjet niche characterized by high cruise speeds and long-range capability for its class, here demonstrated by a 1,990 nm range and 436 kts cruise. Competing models in the same mission profile typically prioritize speed and access to smaller airports; resale considerations for this specific airframe include its age (1980 build, serial 284), specialized medical configuration, and estimated value of $960,000, all of which influence buyer demand and maintenance planning.