N688DB
Learjet 60
Learjet Inc
6 Hours
Duration of Flight
2410 NM
Range
454 MPH
Max Speed

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Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2008-03-10No flight history available
Flight records for this aircraft have not been tracked yet.
AI Summary
Learjet 60
Overview
1997 Learjet 60 (MSN 60-097). Registered in the U.S. to Paradise Aircraft LLC; certificate action recorded 2008-03-10; original airworthiness date 1997-01-21.
Specifications
- Engines: 2× Pratt & Whitney Canada PW305A (4600 lbf each)
- Range: 2410 nm
- Cruise: 425 kts
- Seats: 7
- Ceiling: 51000 ft
Operations & Cabin
Executive layout typically 6–7 passengers with forward galley and aft baggage Avionics: Rockwell Collins Pro Line 4 (typical upgrade/option on series)
Model & Market Context
This entry covers the specific Learjet 60 airframe bearing registration N688DB, built in 1997 with manufacturer's serial number 60-097. The aircraft is owned by Paradise Aircraft LLC, a corporate owner based in Natchez, MS, US, and is registered in the US registry. Registration and corporate ownership have tied the airframe to a fixed base in Natchez as its principal operator/home base. The airframe's condition and valuation details are not published in the supplied data.
The cabin on this Learjet 60 is configured in an executive layout typically accommodating 6–7 passengers with a forward galley and aft baggage area, matching the airframe's 7-seat certification. Avionics fit for the series commonly includes the Rockwell Collins Pro Line 4 suite as an upgrade or option, which supports typical corporate flightdeck capabilities for long-range, high-altitude operations. With a cruise speed of 425 knots and a range of 2,410 nautical miles, typical missions for this specific aircraft would include medium- to long-range point-to-point corporate transport from its home base in Natchez, MS, US. Maintenance considerations for this airframe center on twin PW305A engine support and the systems associated with Pro Line 4 avionics, though specific maintenance history is not provided.
The Learjet 60 series occupies a mid-size light business jet niche, offering transcontinental capability with a high cruise speed and a service ceiling to 51,000 feet as demonstrated by this airframe. Competing models in the class typically emphasize similar speed-range performance and executive cabin configurations, while buyers prioritize airframe condition, avionics upgrades such as Rockwell Collins Pro Line 4, and engine support for Pratt & Whitney Canada PW305A powerplants. Resale and maintenance considerations for this specific 1997 serial 60-097 focus on lifecycle support for engines and avionics retrofit potential to meet contemporary charter or private-operator requirements.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N688DB | N103EZ | N10NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | 60-097 | 45-418 | 45-128 |
| Year Manufactured | 1997 | 2011 | 2000 |
| Duration of Flight | 6 Hours | 5 Hours | 4 Hours |
| Range | 2410 NM | 1970 NM | 1700 NM |
| Max Speed | 454 MPH | 465 MPH | 464 MPH |
| Aircraft Class | Over 20,000lbs | Over 20,000lbs | Over 20,000lbs |
| Service Ceiling | 51000 ft | 51000 ft | 51000 ft |
| Max Passengers | 7 | 12 | 12 |
| Cabin Comfort | No items found. | No items found. | No items found. |