# Learjet 45 - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 5170805 - Manufacturer (registry): LEARJET INC - Model: 45 - Aircraft type: Fixed wing multi engine - Engines: 2 - Seats: 12 - Data sheet: TCDS T00008WI - Registered aircraft: 433 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/learjet-45 ## ADs that may apply - [AD 2023-01-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-01-05): Pneumatic · Learjet 45. Effective Mar 9, 2023 - [AD 2021-23-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-23-11): Powerplant System · Learjet 45. Effective Jan 10, 2022 - [AD 2021-23-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-23-08): Wing, Center Box · Learjet 45. Effective Jan 10, 2022 - [AD 2015-12-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-12-06): Fuselage · Learjet 45. Effective Jul 21, 2015 - [AD 2012-26-15 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-26-15-R1): Navigation · Agusta AW139, A318-111, A318-112 and 70 more. Effective Dec 3, 2014 - [AD 2014-13-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-13-06): Engine Exhaust · Learjet 45. Effective Aug 19, 2014 - [AD 2013-14-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-14-07): Equipment/Furnishings · Learjet 45. Effective Aug 26, 2013 - [AD 2012-08-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-08-08): Periodic Inspections · Learjet 45. Effective May 29, 2012 - [AD 2011-25-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-25-03): Landing Gear · Learjet 45. Effective Jan 23, 2012 - [AD 2011-13-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-13-10): Powerplant · Learjet 45. Effective Aug 1, 2011 - [AD 2011-04-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-04-08): Electrical power · Learjet 45. Effective Mar 31, 2011 - [AD 2010-21-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-21-19): Fire protection · Learjet 45. Effective Nov 18, 2010 - [AD 2010-07-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-07-02): Integrated navigation units (INUs) · 328 Support Services 328-100, 328-300, Jetstream Model 4101 and 26 more. Effective May 3, 2010 - [AD 2010-06-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-06-13): Flight controls · Learjet 45. Effective Apr 1, 2010 - [AD 2009-24-22](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-24-22): Equipment/Furnishings · Learjet 45. Effective Jan 8, 2010 - [AD 2008-01-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-01-03): Principal structural elements (PSEs · Learjet 45. Effective Feb 14, 2008 - [AD 2007-17-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-17-17): Unsealed gaps on the pylon side of the engine firewall · Learjet 31, 31A, 35 and 7 more. Effective Oct 2, 2007 - [AD 2007-09-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-09-03): Auxiliary power unit (APU) · Learjet 45. Effective May 11, 2007 - [AD 2006-19-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-19-04): Honeywell COM unit and Mode S transponder · Bombardier BD-700-1A10, BD-700-1A11, 550 and 26 more. Effective Oct 17, 2006 - [AD 2006-10-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-10-15): Inspection reference numbers (IRNs) · Learjet 45. Effective May 31, 2006 - [AD 2005-24-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-24-13): Electrical wire bundle for the alternator on the left-hand engine · Learjet 45. Effective Dec 20, 2005 - [AD 2005-01-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-01-19): Mode S transponders · GARMIN International GTX 330D, GTX 330, GTX 33D and 830 more. Effective Feb 23, 2005 - [AD 2003-17-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-17-08): Nose landing gear (NLG) squat switch camrod · Learjet 45. Effective Sep 24, 2003 - [AD 2003-16-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-16-09): Main landing gears (MLG) · Learjet 45. Effective Aug 27, 2003 - [AD 2003-16-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-16-19): Horizontal Stabilizer Actuator Assembly (HSAA) · Learjet 45. Effective Aug 13, 2003 - [AD 2003-06-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-06-51): Horizontal stabilizer actuator · Learjet 45. Effective Apr 28, 2003 - [AD 2002-17-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-17-01): Foot Warm circuit breaker · Learjet 45. Effective Sep 12, 2002 - [AD 2001-03-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-03-05): Anti-ice Manifold Assembly · Learjet 45. Effective Feb 20, 2001 - [AD 2000-08-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-08-13): Brakes · Learjet 45. Effective May 15, 2000 Historical (superseded or no longer in force): AD 2012-26-15, AD 2009-11-13, AD 2006-22-05, AD 2000-22-04 ## NTSB investigations (9) From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [NTSB OPS26LA019](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OPS26LA019), Feb 13, 2026: Learjet 45 (N91SU), West Milford, NJ, incident, no damage, investigation ongoing - [NTSB CEN23LA056](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN23LA056), Nov 30, 2022: Learjet 45 (N988MC), Batesville, AR, substantial damage. Probable cause: The crew’s failure to execute a go-around during the unstable approach and long landing, which resulted in a runway excursion. - [NTSB ERA22LA175](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA22LA175), Apr 2, 2022: Learjet 45 (N877W), Morristown, NJ, substantial damage. Probable cause: The captain’s inadequate compensation for crosswind conditions, which resulted in a loss of directional control. - [NTSB GAA18CA547](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA18CA547), Aug 20, 2018: Cessna 172 (N557SP), Burlington, VT, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a bounced landing. - [NTSB OPS12IA167](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OPS12IA167), Dec 1, 2011: Learjet 45 (N570AM), Chicago, IL, incident, no damage. Probable cause: The tower local controller did not ensure that the runway was clear of conflict before directing the B737 to cross the runway, and other air traffic control personnel did not effectively intervene… - [NTSB CEN09LA116](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA116), Jan 3, 2009: Learjet 45XR (N279AJ), Telluride, CO, substantial damage. Probable cause: The failure of both pilots to positively identify the runway prior to landing. - [NTSB OPS07IA008](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OPS07IA008), Aug 13, 2007: Learjet 45 (N145AP), Teterboro, NJ, incident, no damage. Probable cause: A runway incursion occurred when the local controller did not ensure that N145AP has passed the intersection of runways 1 and 6 prior to authorizing N336FX to depart runway 1. - [NTSB DEN04IA014](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN04IA014), Oct 22, 2003: Learjet 45 (N420FX), Denver, CO, incident, no damage. Probable cause: the failure of the airplane's spoiler system when used as speed brakes due to high resistances in the spoilers' actuator coils. - [NTSB IAD99FA008](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD99FA008), Oct 27, 1998: Learjet 45 (N454LJ), Wallops Island, VA, destroyed. Probable cause: The failure of the pilot to obtain/maintain alignment with the water pool, which resulted in the loss of control. Factors in the accident were the inadequate preflight planning of the flight test… ## FAA accident and incident reports (51, newest 10) From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [Incident 20260204001449I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260204001449I), Feb 4, 2026: Learjet Inc 45 (N700MB), Memphis, TN, Minor damage. 02/04/2026 During a flight from Memphis to baton rouge at cruise altitude of flight level 360, a crack was noticed in the copilot's side window. The crack… - [Incident 20250404003549I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250404003549I), Apr 4, 2025: Learjet Inc 45 (N345MA), Wichita, KS, Minor damage. 04/04/2024 At 1256 CDT a Learjet 45 s/n 054 [privacy data omitted]. Had a starter electrical fire on engine 1 after several attempted engine starts at airport… - [Incident 20240223002109I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240223002109I), Feb 23, 2024: Learjet Inc 45 (N1904S), Youngstown, OH, No damage. On feb. 23, around 2:50 EST, aircraft departed cxo. Crew stated preflight was unremarkable and hydraulic lights on the external panel showed normal. About 15… - [Incident 20240115000549I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240115000549I), Jan 15, 2024: Learjet Inc 45 (N736K), Wichita, KS, Minor damage. At approximately 11:22 am CST a LR45 departed runway 01R out of Wichita Dwight d. Eisenhower (ict). A canadian goose hit the left aft portion of the windshield… - [Incident 20231210016719I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20231210016719I), Dec 10, 2023: Learjet Inc 45 (N818BD), Sugar Land, TX, Minor damage. Aircraft experienced bird strike during landing rollout, rwy 35. Aircraft safely landed and taxied to parking without further incident. Post flight revealed a… - [Incident 20231015016029I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20231015016029I), Oct 15, 2023: Learjet Inc 45 (N209MD), Rogers, AR, Minor damage. Rogers, AR (rog): [privacy data omitted], LJ40, rog-aus, acft departed just prior to tower opening and upon opening pilot had requested to return due to a bird… - [Incident 20230501002859I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230501002859I), May 1, 2023: Learjet Inc 45 (N909MV), Wichita, KS, Minor damage. During a flight from kssi to kapa the right front window cracked in multiple places simultaneously. Per the pilot statement, before the flight, neither window… - [Incident 20230425005759I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230425005759I), Apr 25, 2023: Learjet Inc 45 (N419LG), Fort Lauderdale, FL, Minor damage. Part 135 operator [privacy data omitted], operating Learjet 45, [privacy data omitted], serial number 079, with two pilots and two medics on board landing at… - [Accident 20221129018219A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20221129018219A), Nov 29, 2022: Learjet Inc 45 (N988MC), Batesville, AR, Substantial damage. On November 29, 2022, about 19:10PM, a lear 45XR was substantially damaged when it was involved in a runway overrun at Batesville, AR (kbvx). 2 crew and 6… - [Incident 20221117017719I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20221117017719I), Nov 17, 2022: Learjet Inc 45 (N477MD), Akron, OH, No damage. After T/0 from cak, with gear selected up, had indication of not a complete retraction. Selected "gear down" and had 3-green/"NWS fail". Ran checklist and… All 51: https://openairdocs.org/model/learjet-45/incidents ## Complete lists - aircraft: 433, https://openairdocs.org/model/learjet-45/aircraft - ads: 33, https://openairdocs.org/model/learjet-45/ads - incidents: 51, https://openairdocs.org/model/learjet-45/incidents --- From OpenAirDocs.org, an independent open copy of FAA data. Only the Federal Register edition on govinfo.gov is the official legal text of an AD.