Lear 35a on 135

[RichardFitzwell]

Are there any advantages to buying a Lear 35a that is currently on a 135 cert. over buying a plane that is being operated under Part 91?

We are looking and have narrowed it down to four different aircraft. Two are currently being operated in charter and Fortune 500 companies fly the other two.

We will add it to our 135 certificate and operate it in charter operations. Thanks for all responses.

 

[Lindy]

Easier Record Keeping....maybe

The first thing that comes to mind is the record keeping aspect. Under 14 CFR 135, a company must maintain specific records regarding maintenace of the aircraft, etc.

Under 14 CFR 91, there record keeping requirement isn't as stringent. However, you did state Fortune 500 companies, so said companies probably have excellent records.

As always, TT, Cycles, Engines, etc. should be the deciding factor.....and of course....passengers like the bigger door

 

[LJDRVR]

Chances are the 91 jet is in much better condition than the 135 bird. You may spend a bit on bringing a corporate Lear up to 135 legal standards, but it will probably be in much better shape mechanically and cosmetically.

Good Luck!

 

[RichardFitzwell]

Thanks for the responses. Right now they are leaning toward one of the Part 91 aircraft but there is a lot to look at.

 

[Timebuilder]

When I was flying the Lears, which is getting to be a very long time now since I did that flying, we looked at a 55 that was privately flown, a la part 91. We didn't get it.

For one thing, there is a stringent requirement for being able to document that the interior is fire blocked. There may be other issues as well, beyond that and the record keeping part.

If you can find a good 35a that has a good history, engines on a pay-per-hour program, and a solid charter paper trail, I'd call that a good prospect.

And yes, get the wide door, if you can.

 

[sonicyouth]

Chances are the 91 jet is in much better condition than the 135 bird. You may spend a bit on bringing a corporate Lear up to 135 legal standards, but it will probably be in much better shape mechanically and cosmetically.

Good Luck!

True dat!