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.
FULL BOMBARDIER LEARJET 70 PAGE →Learjet 70 vs Learjet 40XR
A head-to-head look at two of the most-chartered aircraft in the light jet class.
BOMBARDIER
Bombardier Learjet 40XR
The Learjet 40XR is the shortened, lighter sibling of the 45XR — six seats, identical avionics and engines, and a slightly higher cruise altitude. Popular for two-to-three-hour US business trips.
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Side-by-side specifications
| METRIC | Learjet 70 | Learjet 40XR |
|---|---|---|
| Passengers | 6 | 6 |
| Range | 2,060 nm | 1,860 nm |
| Cruise speed | Mach 0.81 | Mach 0.81 |
| Cabin height | 4'11" | 4'11" |
| Cabin width | 5'1" | 5'1" |
| Baggage | 50 cu ft | 50 cu ft |
| Runway | 4,440 ft | 4,150 ft |
Bombardier Learjet 70 — strengths
- —Garmin G5000 flight deck
- —Winglets improve climb and fuel burn
- —Last of the Learjets — collectible airframe
Bombardier Learjet 40XR — strengths
- —Higher cruise altitude than 45XR
- —Lower hourly cost than midsize
- —Same Honeywell Primus 1000 avionics
CHARTER PRICING
Indicative pricing
BOMBARDIER LEARJET 70
| Denver → Aspen (hot/high) | from $13,200 |
| Geneva → Olbia | from CHF 12,900 |
BOMBARDIER LEARJET 40XR
| Denver → Los Angeles | from $12,900 |
| Frankfurt → Nice | from €11,800 |
All-inclusive indicative one-way pricing. Confirmed quote in 10 minutes.
EXPERT VERDICT
Two closely-matched light jets — the right pick depends entirely on the mission, not the spec sheet.
The Learjet 70 pulls ahead on range / non-stop reach; the Learjet 40XR 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
Even
Matched specifications.
Group capacity
Even
Matched specifications.
Airport access
Learjet 40XR
Shorter 4,150 ft balanced-field requirement — opens up restricted alpine, island and city-adjacent airfields.
Speed & block time
Even
Matched specifications.
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 Learjet 40XR: 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 — 11% more range than the Learjet 40XR, opening city pairs that would otherwise need a tech stop.
- ★Garmin G5000 flight deck
- ★Winglets improve climb and fuel burn
- ★Last of the Learjets — collectible airframe
BEST FOR
Longer non-stop reach
When the mission is on the edge of the Learjet 40XR's envelope, the 2,060 nm legs of the Learjet 70 keep reserves intact.
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.
BOMBARDIER
Top reasons to choose the Learjet 40XR
- ★Lands in 4,150 ft balanced field — accesses short, restricted and city-adjacent airports the Learjet 70 cannot.
- ★Higher cruise altitude than 45XR
- ★Lower hourly cost than midsize
- ★Same Honeywell Primus 1000 avionics
BEST FOR
Short-field departures
4,150 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 Learjet 40XR (2,060 nm vs 1,860 nm) — fewer fuel stops on intercontinental missions.
CONS
- −Marginally more expensive per block hour than the Learjet 40XR on typical charter quotes — confirm with a live quote for your route.
BOMBARDIER
Bombardier Learjet 40XR
PROS
- +Higher cruise altitude than 45XR
- +Lower hourly cost than midsize
- +Same Honeywell Primus 1000 avionics
CONS
- −Shorter range than the Learjet 70 (1,860 nm vs 2,060 nm) — may require a tech stop on long sectors.
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 PICKLearjet 40XR
Shorter runway requirement (4,150 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 | Both reach it, but the longer-legged option keeps more fuel reserves for weather and routing changes. |
Distances are great-circle approximations; actual fuel planning accounts for winds, weather and reserves.
FAQ
Learjet 70 vs Learjet 40XR — frequently asked
Learjet 70 vs Learjet 40XR: which has the longer range?OPEN
The Bombardier Learjet 70 has a published range of 2,060 nm; the Bombardier Learjet 40XR is rated at 1,860 nm. The longer-range aircraft opens up more non-stop city pairs without a tech stop.
Which is faster — Learjet 70 or Learjet 40XR?OPEN
Cruise speeds are Mach 0.81 for the Bombardier Learjet 70 and Mach 0.81 for the Bombardier Learjet 40XR. 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 Bombardier Learjet 40XR seats 6. 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 Bombardier Learjet 40XR?OPEN
Indicative one-way pricing on a benchmark mission: Bombardier Learjet 70 from from $13,200, Bombardier Learjet 40XR from from $12,900. 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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