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Bill Lear Honored by the First Flight Society

ExhibitDecember 19, 20252KViews0Likes0Comments
When Bill Lear created the Learjet, the bizjet was born. Its small field performance opened access to America, allowing businessmen to move rapidly across the US. Entertainers and celebrities quickly followed because of the plane's luxury, speed, and convenience. You can see the Learjet 23 prototype in the “We All Fly” exhibit at the Smithsonian…

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The Learjet 23 and the Creation of Luxury Business Travel

ExhibitSeptember 26, 20251KViews0Likes0Comments
In the midst of the 1960s space race, a new plane rocketed to stardom. The Learjet 23, named after its creator, Bill Lear, created a new flight category: Luxury business travel It allowed those who could afford it to fly quickly and easily from one small airport to another, cutting down on travel time. Because…

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