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Learjet C-21A Military Passenger and Cargo Transport Family

The Learjet C-21A is the U.S. Air Force military version of the Learjet 35A business jet, providing passenger and cargo airlift plus aeromedical evacuation capability for senior-level transport missions.

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Identity

Aliases
C-21C-21ALearjet C-21ALearjet 35A military variant
Family Name
Learjet C-21A
Full Name
Learjet C-21A Military Passenger and Cargo Transport Family
Roles
militaryutilitycargoair_ambulance
Status
active
Type
aircraft

Details

Aircraft Specs
Configuration
fixed_wing
Crew Capacity
2
Max Takeoff Mass Kg
8,235
Operating Modes
land
Passenger Capacity
8
Range Km
3689.6
Service Ceiling M
13,716
Takeoff Landing Capabilities
conventional
Description
The Learjet C-21A is the U.S. Air Force military version of the Learjet 35A business jet, providing passenger and cargo airlift plus aeromedical evacuation capability for senior-level transport missions.
Dimensions
Height M
3.71
Length M
14.71
Wingspan M
11.97
Manufacturer
Propulsion Configurations
  • Entries
    • Nested value
    Name
    C-21A TFE731-2-2B installation
    Notes
    The U.S. Air Force identifies two Garrett TFE-731-2-2B turbofan engines pod-mounted on the sides of the C-21A rear fuselage.

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Creation Time
August 14, 2026 at 06:06:12 UTC
Updated Time
August 14, 2026 at 06:06:12 UTC