The Learjet 40 is the modern Learjet built with an entirely new fuselage cross-section, wider than any prior Learjet and powered by Williams International FJ44-3A turbofans. In the Dallas market, it is the light jet that brings Learjet climb performance and a more livable cabin to the 1,857 nautical mile range bracket, covering the full South-Central US circuit and reaching Denver and Memphis without a stop.
Bombardier certified the Learjet 40 in 2003, building it on the Learjet 45 mid-fuselage but shortened for lighter operating weights. The Williams FJ44 engines replaced the older TFE731s used in the Learjet 31 and 35, bringing FADEC control and improved fuel efficiency. The cabin seats six to seven with a 59.5-inch interior width, notably wider than earlier Learjet variants.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Light Jet
- Manufacturer: Bombardier (Learjet)
- Year introduced: 2003-2012
- Seating: 6 to 7
- Crew: 2
- Range: 1,857 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 464 knots
- Service ceiling: 51,000 feet
- Length: 55.6 feet
- Wingspan: 47.7 feet
- Height: 14.4 feet
- Baggage volume: 50 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the Learjet 40 Fits Dallas
The Learjet 40 answers the main complaint about the classic narrow-body Learjet cabin. At 59.5 inches wide, it is closer to the Citation V family in interior volume than to the Learjet 31, which makes the aircraft more comfortable for the 90-minute-to-two-hour legs that dominate Dallas regional travel. Addison Airport (KADS) is the standard departure point, and the aircraft handles the 7,203-foot runway without restriction.
At 1,857 nautical miles, the Learjet 40 reaches Denver (DEN) at roughly 640 nautical miles, New Orleans (MSY) at roughly 450 nautical miles, and Memphis (MEM) at roughly 450 nautical miles on a single leg. For a Legacy West or Frisco-based corporate team that mixes Texas intrastate runs with quarterly trips to secondary markets in the South and Mountain West, the Learjet 40 covers the full range without a supplemental aircraft.
The FJ44 engine platform is well-supported in the charter market, which contributes to dispatch reliability on the short-cycle routes where the Learjet 40 earns most of its hours. Energy sector clients who need an aircraft available on short notice for a Midland or Houston same-day run benefit from that reliability as much as from the range.
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Vetting Behind Every Trip
Every operator, aircraft, and crew goes through our internal due diligence before we present any options. Our internal standards meet or exceed what the FAA requires:
- FAR Part 135 charter operators for traditional private aircraft, or FAR Part 121 for airliner-size and group trips (or the foreign equivalent on international legs)
- Operator subscription to Wyvern and ARGUS reviewed where the operator participates; reports may be provided on request.
- Pilot experience and operator incident history reviewed before we recommend an aircraft.
- Fewer than 60 brokers worldwide hold Premium Wyvern Broker Member status, and Air Charter Advisors is one of them.
Charter Pricing Reference
Industry hourly rates for the Learjet 40 run $3,500 to $4,800 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Learjet 40 charter rates in the Dallas market typically run $3,500 to $4,800 per hour. Contact us for a quote that reflects operator availability and your specific routing.
Other Light Jets Available
- Beechjet 400A
- Cessna Citation Bravo
- Cessna Citation CJ2
- Cessna Citation CJ3
- Cessna Citation CJ4
- Cessna Citation Encore
The full light jets category page lists every light jet we arrange for Dallas departures.
Contact
For a quote on a Learjet 40 charter from Dallas, TX, call +1 (888) 987-5387 or visit our contact page. For the vetting work behind every trip, see our safety page. To browse cross-category options for the same trip, visit the aircraft directory.
The hourly rates provided are estimates based on 2026 market data and are for informational purposes only. These figures are subject to change and do not constitute a final offer. Final pricing is dynamic and depends on real-time factors including, but not limited to, specific itinerary requirements, aircraft positioning (“ferry” fees), fuel price volatility, and current market availability. These estimates exclude all applicable taxes, de-icing, landing and handling fees, special event fees, international surcharges, overnight crew expenses, and premium catering. Please contact Air Charter Advisors directly for a firm, all-inclusive quote tailored to your specific travel needs.