BOMBARDIER
Bombardier Learjet 70
The Learjet 70 was the final development of the 40-series — Garmin G5000 flight deck, winglets and improved hot-and-high climb. A rare and modern light jet for executive charter.
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Learjet 70 vs Eclipse 550
A Bombardier vs Eclipse Aerospace showdown in the light jet class. The Bombardier Learjet 70 carries 6 passengers with 2,060 nm of range; the Eclipse 550 carries 4 with 1,125 nm. Cabin dimensions land at 4'11" × 5'1" versus 4'2" × 4'8", and runway numbers read 4,440 ft against 2,342 ft. Indicative charter pricing on a representative sector: from $13,200 on the Learjet 70, from $4,400 on the Eclipse 550.
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ECLIPSE AEROSPACE
Eclipse 550
The Eclipse 550 is the definitive very light jet — a four-seat, twin-Pratt & Whitney PW610F powered aircraft with autothrottles, Avio IFMS avionics and by far the lowest fuel burn of any jet in charter service (roughly 59 US gal/hr). A niche but genuinely useful tool for short regional missions on tight budgets.
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Side-by-side specifications
| METRIC | Learjet 70 | Eclipse 550 |
|---|---|---|
| Passengers | 6 | 4 |
| Range | 2,060 nm | 1,125 nm |
| Cruise speed | Mach 0.81 | Mach 0.64 |
| Cabin height | 4'11" | 4'2" |
| Cabin width | 5'1" | 4'8" |
| Baggage | 50 cu ft | 16 cu ft |
| Runway | 4,440 ft | 2,342 ft |
Bombardier Learjet 70 — strengths
- —Garmin G5000 flight deck
- —Winglets improve climb and fuel burn
- —Last of the Learjets — collectible airframe
Eclipse 550 — strengths
- —Lowest fuel burn of any charter jet
- —Sub-2,400 ft take-off distance
- —Autothrottles standard
CHARTER PRICING
Indicative pricing
BOMBARDIER LEARJET 70
| Denver → Aspen (hot/high) | from $13,200 |
| Geneva → Olbia | from CHF 12,900 |
ECLIPSE 550
| Chicago → Detroit | from $4,400 |
| Dallas → Austin | from $3,900 |
All-inclusive indicative one-way pricing. Confirmed quote in 10 minutes.
EXPERT VERDICT
The Learjet 70 is the stronger all-rounder, but the Eclipse 550 still wins on the metrics that matter to specific buyers.
The Learjet 70 pulls ahead on range / non-stop reach, cabin comfort, group capacity and speed & block time; the Eclipse 550 answers with airport access. Both sit in the light jet class, so charter pricing is broadly aligned — let the use case (range, group size, airport pair) drive the final call.
Range / non-stop reach
Learjet 70
2,060 nm of range — the better choice for transcontinental and intercontinental missions.
Cabin comfort
Learjet 70
Taller and/or wider cabin (4'11" × 5'1") — better for long flights and stand-up movement.
Group capacity
Learjet 70
Seats up to 6 — the right pick when the manifest grows.
Airport access
Eclipse 550
Shorter 2,342 ft balanced-field requirement — opens up restricted alpine, island and city-adjacent airfields.
Speed & block time
Learjet 70
Cruise of Mach 0.81 — shaves meaningful minutes off every long leg.
Verdict based on published manufacturer specifications, charter market data and Limitless Sky brokerage experience.
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Top reasons to choose — and who each aircraft is best for
A tailored summary for the Learjet 70 and Eclipse 550: the deciding reasons in this matchup, plus the buyer archetypes each aircraft serves best.
BOMBARDIER
Top reasons to choose the Learjet 70
- ★Reaches 2,060 nm non-stop — 83% more range than the Eclipse 550, opening city pairs that would otherwise need a tech stop.
- ★Cruises at Mach 0.81, trimming block time on every leg vs the Eclipse 550 (Mach 0.64).
- ★Bigger cabin envelope (4'11" tall × 5'1" wide) than the Eclipse 550 — meaningful difference on flights over three hours.
- ★Seats up to 6 passengers vs 4 on the Eclipse 550 — better for full-group charters and family travel.
- ★50 cu ft of baggage volume — fits ski, golf and extended-stay luggage that crowds the Eclipse 550.
BEST FOR
Longer non-stop reach
When the mission is on the edge of the Eclipse 550's envelope, the 2,060 nm legs of the Learjet 70 keep reserves intact.
Larger party charters
Up to 6 seats vs 4 on the Eclipse 550 — the natural pick when the manifest grows last-minute.
Two-hour business hops
Lowest jet-class operating cost for 1–2 hour European or US regional legs.
Short-runway escapes
Unlocks airfields like London City alternatives, Lugano and Aspen.
ECLIPSE AEROSPACE
Top reasons to choose the Eclipse 550
- ★Lands in 2,342 ft balanced field — accesses short, restricted and city-adjacent airports the Learjet 70 cannot.
- ★Lowest fuel burn of any charter jet
- ★Sub-2,400 ft take-off distance
- ★Autothrottles standard
BEST FOR
Short-field departures
2,342 ft balanced field unlocks airports the Learjet 70 cannot use, putting passengers closer to the door.
Two-hour business hops
Lowest jet-class operating cost for 1–2 hour European or US regional legs.
Short-runway escapes
Unlocks airfields like London City alternatives, Lugano and Aspen.
4–6 passenger weekends
Right-sized for a couple plus friends or a small family weekend break.
PROS & CONS
Honest assessment
BOMBARDIER
Bombardier Learjet 70
PROS
- +Garmin G5000 flight deck
- +Winglets improve climb and fuel burn
- +Last of the Learjets — collectible airframe
- +Longer legs than the Eclipse 550 (2,060 nm vs 1,125 nm) — fewer fuel stops on intercontinental missions.
- +Carries up to 6 passengers vs 4 on the Eclipse 550 — better for larger groups.
- +Faster cruise (Mach 0.81) trims block time on every leg vs the Eclipse 550.
CONS
- −Needs more runway than the Eclipse 550 (4,440 ft vs 2,342 ft) — fewer short-field options.
ECLIPSE AEROSPACE
Eclipse 550
PROS
- +Lowest fuel burn of any charter jet
- +Sub-2,400 ft take-off distance
- +Autothrottles standard
- +Shorter runway requirement (2,342 ft) unlocks airfields the Learjet 70 cannot use.
CONS
- −Shorter range than the Learjet 70 (1,125 nm vs 2,060 nm) — may require a tech stop on long sectors.
- −Maximum 4-seat layout is tight if you regularly travel with more than 4 — the Learjet 70 adds 2 seats.
- −Slightly slower in cruise than the Learjet 70 (Mach 0.64 vs Mach 0.81).
- −Lower ceiling than the Learjet 70 (4'2" vs 4'11") — stand-up movement is restricted.
- −Tighter baggage capacity than the Learjet 70 (16 cu ft vs 50 cu ft).
REAL-WORLD MISSIONS
Which aircraft for which mission
Four scenarios our charter desk sees regularly — and which of these two we would actually quote.
SCENARIO 01
Two-hour business hop with four executives and overnight bags
OUR PICKLearjet 70
Curated example: Teterboro → Nantucket sits in the Learjet 70's sweet spot.
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →SCENARIO 02
Weekend ski trip — Geneva to Sion with full ski equipment
OUR PICKEclipse 550
Shorter runway requirement (2,342 ft) opens up the airfield.
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →SCENARIO 03
Day-return board meeting between secondary cities
OUR PICKLearjet 70
Curated example: Teterboro → Nantucket sits in the Learjet 70's sweet spot.
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →SCENARIO 04
Family of five to a Mediterranean island for a long weekend
OUR PICKLearjet 70
Larger cabin seats the full group (6).
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →ROUTE RECOMMENDATIONS
Best pick per route
| ROUTE | DISTANCE | RECOMMENDED | WHY |
|---|---|---|---|
| London → Paris | 190 nm | Learjet 70 | Both reach it, but the longer-legged option keeps more fuel reserves for weather and routing changes. |
| Geneva → Ibiza | 560 nm | Learjet 70 | Both reach it, but the longer-legged option keeps more fuel reserves for weather and routing changes. |
| Teterboro → Miami | 950 nm | Learjet 70 | Both reach it, but the longer-legged option keeps more fuel reserves for weather and routing changes. |
| London → Athens | 1,500 nm | Learjet 70 | Only one reaches non-stop — the other would need a fuel stop (1500 nm > 1,125 nm). |
Distances are great-circle approximations; actual fuel planning accounts for winds, weather and reserves.
FAQ
Learjet 70 vs Eclipse 550 — frequently asked
Learjet 70 vs Eclipse 550: which has the longer range?OPEN
The Bombardier Learjet 70 has a published range of 2,060 nm; the Eclipse 550 is rated at 1,125 nm. The longer-range aircraft opens up more non-stop city pairs without a tech stop.
Which is faster — Learjet 70 or Eclipse 550?OPEN
Cruise speeds are Mach 0.81 for the Bombardier Learjet 70 and Mach 0.64 for the Eclipse 550. On a Denver → Aspen (hot/high)-style mission the faster aircraft typically saves 10–25 minutes block time.
How many passengers does each aircraft carry?OPEN
The Bombardier Learjet 70 seats 6; the Eclipse 550 seats 4. Charter prices below assume a typical executive layout — high-density configurations are available on request.
What does it cost to charter the Bombardier Learjet 70 vs the Eclipse 550?OPEN
Indicative one-way pricing on a benchmark mission: Bombardier Learjet 70 from from $13,200, Eclipse 550 from from $4,400. Confirmed quote in 10 minutes — pricing varies with empty-leg availability, season and routing.
Which aircraft is better for transatlantic or long-range missions?OPEN
Both belong to the Light Jet category, but range, payload and runway performance differ. See the route-recommendations table on this page for our specific pick per corridor.
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