Gates Learjet Corp. 35A
135 Gates Learjet Corp. 35A aircraft are currently registered with the FAA, built 1976–1990. Most are registered in MI, DE and FL.
- Registered today
- 135
- Years built
- 1976–1990
- Seats
- 10
- Engines
- 2 · Turbo-fan
Airworthiness Directives
ADs published since 1998 that may apply0 ADs match the Gates Learjet Corp. 35A airframe. Engine ADs depend on the engine installed and are listed on each aircraft page.
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Accident history
NTSB since 1982- NTSB events
- 28
- Destroyed
- 13
- Substantial damage
- 14
- Minor damage
- 0
- No damage
- 0
- Per 1,000 aircraft per year, 2016–2025
- 3.8
Events are NTSB accidents and incidents matched to Gates Learjet Corp. 35A airframes by serial number or N-number; counts are approximate, because older events can't always be matched. The yearly rate divides NTSB events from 2016 to 2025 by the number of registered Gates Learjet Corp. 35A aircraft in each of those years. Not adjusted for hours flown: training aircraft fly far more than most.
- Feb 10, 2025Substantial damage · fatal injuries · Scottsdale, AZN81VN
- Jan 2, 2024Substantial damage · none injuries · San Marcos, TXN46MF
- Dec 2, 2022Substantial damage · none injuries · Guantanamo Bay, OFN979RF
- Dec 28, 2021Destroyed · fatal injuries · El Cajon, CAN880Z
- Apr 15, 2021Substantial damage · none injuries · Colorado Springs, CON354EF
Service difficulty reports
FAA SDRs since 1995359 reports on Gates Learjet Corp. 35A airframes. Each aircraft page lists its own reports.
Most reported parts
- engine24
- unknown15
- wire12
- fire loop11
- adc9
Registered fleet by year built
FAA Registry| 0 | 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| 1976 | 7 | |
| 1977 | 15 | |
| 1978 | 8 | |
| 1979 | 19 | |
| 1980 | 17 | |
| 1981 | 18 | |
| 1982 | 10 | |
| 1983 | 6 | |
| 1984 | 2 | |
| 1985 | 2 | |
| 1987 | 1 | |
| 1989 | 2 | |
| 1990 | 2 | |
| Unknown | 25 |
Buyer checklist
No ADs published since 1998 match the Gates Learjet Corp. 35A airframe; engine ADs depend on the engine installed. 28 NTSB events since 1982 involve Gates Learjet Corp. 35A airframes; from 2016 to 2025, about 3.8 a year per 1,000 registered aircraft. Operators and repair stations filed 359 service difficulty reports on Gates Learjet Corp. 35A airframes since 1995. Check each aircraft's own record before you buy.
- Read the logbooks for the airframe, engine and propeller, start to finish.
- Check AD compliance records against the ADs that may apply.
- Look for damage history and Form 337 major repairs and alterations.
- Have an independent A&P or IA do a pre-buy inspection.
- Run a title search and use escrow for the payment.
Type data
FAA aircraft reference file- Aircraft type
- Fixed wing multi engine
- Category
- Land
- Certification
- Type Certificated
- Max takeoff weight
- 12,500 - 19,999 lb
- Cruising speed
- 400 mph
35A aircraft
Page 1 of 6| N-number | Year | Based in | Certificate issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| N108JN | 1980 | Hillsboro, OR | Nov 14, 2025 |
| N108RB | 1976 | Wilmington, DE | Nov 7, 2019 |
| N11GJ | 1981 | Brooksville, FL | May 4, 2021 |
| N129TK | 1979 | West Columbia, SC | Aug 9, 2021 |
| N12RP | 1980 | Waterford, MI | Aug 27, 2019 |
| N133EJ | 1977 | Loveland, CO | Jul 24, 2008 |
| N135SH | 1981 | Wilmington, DE | Jun 9, 2015 |
| N136JP | — | Wilmington, DE | Feb 20, 2026 |
| N163CK | 1978 | Ypsilanti, MI | Sep 24, 2015 |
| N17AZ | 1976 | Fort Lauderdale, FL | Feb 12, 2014 |
| N17GJ | 1980 | Brooksville, FL | Mar 3, 2025 |
| N181EF | 1978 | Spartanburg, SC | Apr 30, 2025 |
| N1TW | 1982 | Whitefish, MT | Jun 14, 2017 |
| N217CK | 1978 | Ypsilanti, MI | Mar 4, 2015 |
| N217TA | 1979 | Santa Maria, CA | Mar 2, 2005 |
| N220CK | 1977 | Ypsilanti, MI | Mar 4, 2015 |
| N235LJ | — | Plantation, FL | May 13, 2020 |
| N237CK | 1979 | Ypsilanti, MI | Feb 23, 2011 |
| N243JR | — | Rantoul, KS | Feb 21, 2014 |
| N244LJ | 1979 | Middletown, DE | Oct 17, 2024 |
| N244RG | 1977 | West Columbia, SC | Mar 27, 2013 |
| N264CK | 1979 | Ypsilanti, MI | Jul 30, 2015 |
| N269JR | 1979 | Spartanburg, SC | Nov 19, 2025 |
| N292ME | 1980 | Englewood, CO | Feb 9, 2017 |
| N298CK | 1980 | Ypsilanti, MI | Jul 12, 2010 |