The Tale of Two Spellings: ‘Lear Jet’ and ‘Learjet’ An Insight into the Evolution of the Renowned Jet Company’s Branding Charles Cassius Gates (left) & Harry Benjamin Combs (Credit Learjet) Introduction Few aircraft names evoke as much prestige and history as ‘Learjet.’ Synonymous with luxury, speed, and innovation, the Learjet brand has solidified its status …
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Embark on an extraordinary journey, tracing the transformation of Swiss American Aviation Corporation into Lear Jet Industries. Witness the audacious vision of Bill Lear, a man who dared to dream beyond the clouds and brought about a revolution in the realm of aviation. Despite facing bureaucratic challenges and cultural roadblocks in Switzerland, Lear persevered and relocated his operations to the United States, marking the beginning of a new era in aviation history. This blog post delves into the ambitious beginnings, major milestones, and key transformations that led to the creation of Lear Jet Model 23 Continental – an embodiment of Lear’s relentless pursuit of a high-class, jet-powered airplane.
Discover the untold story of Dr. Hanz-Luzius Studer – a genius mind who played a pivotal role in aircraft development and contributed greatly to aviation’s golden age.
The Tale of the Learjet’s Forgotten Swiss Roots Flug- & Fahrzeugwerke Altenrhein FFA P-16 (S/N J-3003) Switzerland’s Forgotten Jet Fighter Era Switzerland, a country renowned for its precision and craftsmanship, once held the potential to become a major player in aviation history, particularly in the construction of fighter jets. It’s a chapter in history largely …
Welcome to our first blog post on the new author website! Today, we want to share the story behind our book about the history of Learjet, which all started with an email on February 18, 2021.
