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20142014 RAISBECK PERFORMANCE SYSTEMSRAISBECK FOR PERFORMANCE YOURSYSTEMS KING FOR AIR YOUR LEARJET 31, 35, 36 & 60 Raisbeck’s new Aft Fuselage Locker for the Learjet 60 takes flight. A Message from the CEO Overview of Raisbeck Performance Systems We at Raisbeck Engineering are completing de- velopment and certification of our Lear 60 Aft Fuselage Locker…28 cubic feet of additional baggage space, AND reduced drag at the same time. Certification is scheduled for May 2014, and first production deliveries begin shortly thereafter. We have been working hand-in- hand with Learjet on this program. Over the decades, you and your predeces- James D. Raisbeck, CEO sors have been benefactors of a long line of [email protected] Raisbeck Performance Systems for various ZR LITE Performance System for 30-Series Learjets models of Learjets. The Raisbeck Aft Fuselage Locker for the aisbeck’s ZR LITE Performance Systems provide significantly enhanced performance benefits for In fact, Raisbeck engineers have been de- Learjet 31/35/36 was developed in the mid- RLearjet 31/35/36 models, while providing the highest return on investment available for the veloping systems for the Learjet family since ’90s. More baggage space and less airplane owner and operator. More than 100 Learjet 30 series have now been equipped with Raisbeck’s ZR 1971, and continue drag were the LITE, and the list grows every day. Please contact us if you would like to speak to a satisfied ZR LITE to do so today. This is Raisbeck’s Performance Systems for the results. Learjet Learjet family represents the longest operator and we will provide you with our extensive list of owners. perhaps the longest made these lockers continuous stretch of performance continuous stretch of engineering outside the factory. standard equip- engineering outside ment on the Learjet the factory, with consistently positive results 31 line beginning with S/N 31-122. and satisfied customers. In 2004, our Raisbeck ZR LITE Wing Sys- In 1974 we certified the Mark II Wing for tem for the 35/36 was certified, followed by the Learjet 23, 24 and 25. Reduced takeoff the 31 in 2007, giving operators an 11% to and approach speeds, shorter takeoff and land- 14% savings in block fuel. These systems came ing distances with better low-speed handling just in time to meet the skyrocketing fuel prices characteristics were the results. Cruise drag head-on. was also reduced, helping range and operating Now, we at Raisbeck Engineering have costs. This system was adopted by Learjet as completed development and are in final flight the Century III Wing. test and certification of our Lear 60 Aft Fuse- Aft Fuselage Locker for 31/35/36/60 Learjets In 1979 Raisbeck’s engineers developed the lage Locker. he Raisbeck Aft Fuselage Locker, available for Learjet 31/35/36 (and currently in development Mark IV Wing for the Learjet 35/36, which 40 years – That’s a long time for one Tfor the Learjet 60), returns your cabin to your passengers without leaving anything behind. also reduced the approach speeds, increased company to dedicate itself to improving the The Aft Fuselage Locker provides expanded storage, and in combination with the ZR LITE System the level of operating safety, and reduced performance and productivity of the Learjet (available only for 31/35/36 models), it creates an aerodynamic synergy that further enhances cruise drag. Both systems were adopted by family. And it will no doubt continue for a long drag reduction on the Learjet aircraft. The Aft Fuselage Locker moves the aircraft Center of Gravity the Learjet factory in the form of the Century time to come. (CG) aft, reducing trim drag. More than 180 Learjet 30 series owners have installed the locker. The III Softflite Wings, standard on the Learjet pro- Raisbeck Aft Fuselage Locker for Learjet 31 models became factory standard equipment during the duction line since the late ‘70s. 31’s production run. [email protected] www.raisbeck.com 1 Directory 60-Series Aft Fuselage Locker Aft Fuselage Locker for 60 Learjets .............................................................................3 Developed in cooperation with Learjet – Wichita, KS ZR LITE Performance System for 31 Series Learjets ................................................. 6 ZR LITE Performance System for 35/36 Series Learjets ......................................... 12 Aft Fuselage Locker for 31/35/36 Learjets .............................................................. 17 Raisbeck Authorized Dealers .................................................................................... 20 2014 Prices ................................................................................................................... 21 Contact Information ................................................................................... Back Cover With thousands of systems installed, accumulating millions of flight hours in service, Raisbeck Engineering has never been issued an Airworthiness Directive or FAA-Mandatory Service Bulletin. 2 [email protected] www.raisbeck.com 3 60-Series Aft Fuselage Locker 60-Series Aft Fuselage Locker EXTra BAGGAGE space – 28 CUBIC FEET AVAIlaBLE FOR THESE LEARJET MODELS: • 60/60XR BENEFITS • Holds nearly 300 lbs of luggage in 28 cubic feet • Two separate, watertight compartments totalling 12 feet in length • Increased payload/range flexibility • Load and unload luggage without having passengers deplane to load the additional bags • Limits wear and tear on interior • Greater CG Control – reduces trim drag (= fuel savings) • Improved stability – less Dutch roll • Sleek, aerodynamic design THE raISBECK/learjeT TEAM We are pleased to be associated with Learjet in the development and certification of the Raisbeck 60 Aft Fuselage Locker. The locker will be offered on the Learjet 60XR new production line as a customer option. Return the cabin to your passengers. he Raisbeck Aft Fuselage Locker returns your cabin space to your passengers by carrying a Positioned directly on the lower aft portion of the aircraft fuselage, enjoy easy access when Twide variety of business equipment such as tripods and transits, architectural drawings, and loading and unloading baggage and cargo. No bending or reaching is required. meeting materials. Your garment bags lie flat so your clothes never arrive wrinkled. The addition of the locker With a forward compartment eight feet long and an aft compartment four feet long, the moves the Center of Gravity locker conveniently allows for the separation of passenger luggage and aircraft equipment. (CG) farther aft along the By removing the CG restriction, Raisbeck’s 60 Aft Locker enables you to fully utilize the range aircraft longitude axis. This aft of your Learjet 60. Take off with full fuel and payload, and potentially eliminate one or more movement of CG results in less fuel stops en route. nose-up trim, reducing drag. It’s not a matter of choosing what to take and not having space anymore. Raisbeck’s Aft Our locker is aerodynamically Fuselage Locker fits oversize golf bags, large luggage, and bulky medical equipment—all designed to have no adverse outside the cabin so your passengers’ comfort isn’t compromised. The external locker is an effect on the performance of your aircraft, whether during takeoff, landing or in flight. especially valuable asset on multiple-stop trips, making it possible to load and unload luggage For enhanced safety, the Aft Fuselage Locker has been designed to meet the FAA’s stringent without having passengers deplane to load the additional bags. Class C cargo compartment requirements and includes a fire detection system. 4 [email protected] www.raisbeck.com 5 ZR LITE Performance System for 31 Series Learjets 6 [email protected] www.raisbeck.com 7 31-Series ZR LITE Performance 31-Series ZR LITE Performance AVailablE FOR THESE LEARJET MODELS: • 31/31A/31ER ZR LITE BENEFITS FOR MODEL 31 LEarjETS • As much as 14% or more in fuel savings: ◊ 7.2% improvement due to ZR LITE drag reduction technology ◊ 4.3% more savings for every 2000 ft of additional altitude gained • 2000-4000 ft increase in initial cruise altitude (reach high altitude without losing Mach) • .02+ increase in cruise Mach at equal power settings ZR LITE • 7% or more increase in range Performance • 1% decrease in N1 and 15° ITT reduction at equal Mach System for Learjet • Reduction in time-to-climb 31 Series • Quieter cabin – less air separation noise • Turn some one-stops into nonstops • Minimal weight increase at 12 lbs FLAP TRAILING EDGES FLAP TRAILING EDGES • Reduce high speed drag • Reduce high speed drag ZR LITE RETURN ON INVESTMENT • Improve lift distribution • Improve lift distribution • 30-50% annual return on investment • Improve flap effectiveness • Improve flap effectiveness • Higher resale value • Broad industry appeal aisbeck’s ZR LITE is the only way for your Learjet 31, 31AFLAP or 31A/ERTRAILING to flyEDGES higher, faster and larGE INCREASE IN RANGE FROM SHORTER RUNWAYS • Reduce high speed drag 1500 farther, and consistently save 5-14% or more in fuel! ZR LITE equipped 31A/ER with Extended Range Fuel Tanks R • Improve lift distribution Get even more range from your ER! *13% increase in range! 1400 The main element of the ZR LITE Performance System• for Improve Model flap 31/31A effectiveness Learjets is a re- * contoured trailing edge flap system with an extended chord that dramatically reduces the 1300 Factory 31A/ER with Extended Range Fuel Tanks wave drag that exists in the surrounding area of the aircraft. 95% of ER Range Performance. Get ER performance