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Group Restoring First-delivered Learjet 23 Sees Progress

The removal of the cabin interior paves the way for further airframe testing

Stripped interior of Lear 23-003 — The Classic Lear Jet Foundation looks to restore Lear 23-003-the first delivered example of the brand-to its original factory appearance, as well as to flight-worthy status, the removal of the cabin interior which had been upgraded at some point in the twinjet's life, represents a milestone in the process.

By Curt Epstein • Business Aviation Services Editor

June 5, 2024

Classic Lear Jet Foundation—the nonprofit Wichita-based group that seeks to return the first production Learjet (S/N 23-003) to flight—reached a milestone in its progress with the removal of the twinjet’s interior. The group intends to restore the aircraft to its original appearance when it was delivered in 1964, and noted that the removed seats, sidewalls, carpet, cabinets, and partitions will be retained and used as patterns for the aviation companies that have volunteered to build and donate a period-accurate cabin for the project.

“This is a big step in the preparation of the aircraft for the non-destructive testing required to get the aircraft airworthy again,” Bill Kinkaid, the foundation’s president, told AIN.

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