N988QC

The airframe bearing tail number N988QC is a Learjet 35A built by Gates Learjet Corp. in 1981, serial number 35-455. This specific jet is recorded as owned by Med Air LLC, a corporation based in Wilmington, DE, US; the record reflects its corporate ownership without published changes of operator. The aircraft is registered in the US and classified as a fixed-wing multi-engine platform. Valuation assessments list the airframe at $960,000, reflecting its age and configuration.

The cabin of this Learjet 35A airframe accommodates 8 seats, consistent with light-cabin executive layouts typical for the model; specific interior appointments and avionics fit for this serial are not published beyond seating capacity. Typical mission profiles for an aircraft with a 1,930 nm range and 436 kt cruise speed include regional business transport, air ambulance, and on-demand charter legs that exploit the type’s high-speed, short-field capability. The owner, Med Air LLC of Wilmington, DE, US, indicates corporate operation and maintenance likely oriented toward routine Part 135 or corporate flight operations, with recurring attention to engine and avionics overhauls commensurate with the TFE731-2 powerplants. No unique amenities or modifications are published for this specific registration.

The Learjet 35A occupies a long-standing performance niche as a light business jet with high cruise speed and a service ceiling up to 45,000 ft, making it competitive for fast regional missions. Comparable models in the used market include other late-model light jets offering similar speed and range; buyer and charter demand for older airframes often hinges on maintenance status, avionics retrofits, and engine life. Given the listed value of $960,000 for this 1981 airframe, resale considerations center on prospective costs for systems upgrades, mandatory inspections, and ongoing support for the TFE731-2 engines.