N870Z

This airframe, registered as N870Z, is a 2001-built Learjet 45 (serial number 193) manufactured by Learjet Inc. The airframe is recorded as owned by POTOMAC CORP, a corporation based in Wheeling, IL, US, and carries a United States registration. FAA/registry records for this specific airframe note a 12‑seat configuration; the aircraft is commonly operated in executive roles and has the typical equipment fit associated with later-model Learjet 45 examples. No public record of major ownership transfers or extraordinary registry actions beyond the listed corporate ownership is provided in the data supplied.

This specific Learjet 45 is noted as having the typical executive 8–9‑place club cabin layout common to the model, while the FAA/registry entry for this airframe lists 12 seats, reflecting the certified seating capacity for the platform. The fitted avionics are the Collins Pro Line 21, a common fit or upgrade on many Learjet 45/45XR examples, supporting regional high‑speed business missions and typical IFR operations. Operating range and cruise performance make the type suitable for trans‑regional point‑to‑point business travel; typical missions for this airframe under corporate ownership would include short to medium‑haul executive transport from the owner’s base in Wheeling, Illinois and surrounding hubs. Maintenance considerations for this airframe follow standard Learjet 45 practice, including engine management for the twin Honeywell TFE731 turbofans and avionics lifecycle activities associated with the Pro Line 21 suite.

The Learjet 45 family occupies a light to midsize business jet niche, offering high cruise speeds and a 51,000 ft ceiling that appeal to corporate operators seeking rapid regional penetration and efficient climb profiles. Competing models in the class generally include other light/midsize jets offering similar range and passenger capacity; buyer and charter demand historically favors examples with upgraded avionics and well‑documented maintenance histories. For resale and operator considerations, examples with the Collins Pro Line 21 fit and an intact OEM engine program for the TFE731 series typically command stronger interest, while certified seating counts and corporate registry status play into valuation and mission flexibility.