Learjet 60: Has dual 122.5 cubic feet oxygen tanks.
An explosion involving a Learjet 60 with dual 122.5 cubic feet oxygen tanks would likely be characterized by the following:
Rapid Combustion and Fireball: Oxygen tanks, when ruptured or exposed to an ignition source, can significantly accelerate combustion. If the oxygen tanks were to explode, they would feed an intense fire, potentially leading to a large fireball. Oxygen acts as an oxidizer, which means any existing fuel or combustible materials within the aircraft could burn much more rapidly and intensely than they would in normal atmospheric conditions. Posts found on X suggest that such an event could create a fireball with a diameter of 80-150 meters.
Blast Pressure: The sudden release of pressurized oxygen would contribute to an explosive effect, not just from the oxygen itself but from the pressure wave created by the rapid expansion of gases. The explosion would not only involve the oxygen but could also ignite any fuel or other flammable substances onboard, amplifying the blast.
Debris Scatter: The force of the explosion would likely result in significant fragmentation of the aircraft, with parts potentially being scattered over a wide area due to the high energy release. The structural integrity of the Learjet would be compromised immediately, leading to catastrophic failure of the fuselage.
Noise and Shockwave: There would be a considerable shockwave and noise, much louder and more impactful than a typical crash due to the explosive nature of the event.
Thermal Radiation: The fireball would emit significant amounts of heat, potentially causing secondary fires or burn injuries to anyone in close proximity.