Learjet 31 Acquisition, Maintenance, Operating Costs
✈️ Learjet 31 Acquisition Cost
Original New Price (when last sold new): Approximately $5.1 million USD
Pre-Owned Market Price (2025): Between $600,000 and $1.2 million USD depending on condition and hours
🔧 Learjet 31 Operating Costs
Fixed Annual Costs (Based on 300 Flight Hours) Crew Salaries: ~$210,000
Crew Training: ~$35,000
Hangar Fees: ~$48,000
Insurance: ~$20,000
Jet Management: ~$30,000
Miscellaneous Fixed Costs: ~$15,000
Total Fixed Costs: ~$358,000 annually
Variable Costs (Per Flight Hour)
Fuel Consumption: ~243 gallons/hour
Fuel Cost (at $6.00 per gallon): ~$1,458/hour
Maintenance: ~$234/hour
Engine Overhaul: ~$240/hour
Miscellaneous Variable Costs: ~$190/hour
Total Variable Costs: ~$2,122/hour
🛠️ Learjet 31 Maintenance & Parts Costs
Engine Overhaul Interval: Approximately 5,000 hours
Engine Overhaul Cost: ~$540,000 per engine 300-Hour
Inspection: ~$6,749 600-Hour
Inspection: ~$12,182
12-Month Service: ~$4,022 36-Month
Zonal Inspection: ~$3,311
🛬 Airport & Handling Fees (Typical Light Jet Rates)
Landing Fees: $100 to $300 per landing
Parking Fees: $50 to $150 per day
FBO Handling Fees: $100 to $500 per stop
Navigation Fees (Europe/Canada): $50 to $200 per flight
📊 Annual Operating Cost Summary (Based on 300 Flight Hours)
Total Fixed Costs: ~$358,000
Total Variable Costs: ~$636,600
Total Annual Operating Cost: ~$994,600
Cost Per Flight Hour: ~$3,315/hour