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Restoring an Iconic Aircraft Take to the Skies Again

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 15:15:42 -0500

The Classic Lear Jet Foundation's Ambitious Goal of Restoring a Historical Aircraft to Fly Once Again

On 13 October 1964, the very first production Lear Jet is delivered to Chemical Industrial Corp of Cincinnati, Ohio. This historical moment would begin a remarkable journey for the Lear Jet Corp which would lead to early Lear Jet models setting world records and changing the course of aviation history. This very first production aircraft, a Model 23 with the serial number 003, was procured in 2022 by the Classic Lear Jet Foundation with the goal of restoring this legendary aircraft to it's former glory and seeing it fly once again.

A Restoration Project to Make History, Again

SEAL Aviation is committed to assisting the Classic Lear Jet Foundation achieve it's goal of restoring 23-003. This will help ensure the history of this incredible aircraft, Bill Lear and the Lear Jet Corp are accessible to future generations. The aircraft has been relocated to Wichita, Kansas where the story of this aircraft began and serves as a fitting home for the restoration project. The story of 23-003 and the city of Wichita are bound together as this is the city where where Lear Jet Corp relocated to in 1962 and the city where this aircraft was built.

The Meaning Behind N200Y

N200Y is the current registration of 23-003. This tail number was the original 1964 registration and was registered with America's bicentennial in mind. 23-003 was officially reassigned the N200Y number in April of 2025, restoring a pivotal part of the legacy and story of 23-003. The registration N250Y was also purchased and held with the thought of America's 250th anniversary, also known as America's Semiquincentennial. The Classic Lear Jet Foundation will be selling this registration in 2026 in an effort to raise funds for the restoration of 23-003. You can be part of the history of this aircraft by owning the iconic N250Y registration which will also assist with the efforts of the restoration project.

N250Y is Part of the History of 23-003

If you would like to be part of the history of this aircraft, you can help by visiting their website and making a donation or purchasing official merchandise. Each purchase helps preserve the legacy of this iconic Lear Jet. If you are interested in registration N250Y, you can reach out via the official website and request more information. Click the button below to visit classiclear.org today.

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SEAL Aviation Has New Hangar Space in Fort Pierce, FL!

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 12:23:45 -0400

SEAL Aviation Continues to Exhibit Substantial Growth in the Aviation Maintenance Industry

SEAL Aviation is expanding once again! SEAL Aviation now has a brand new 12,000 sq ft facility at the Treasure Coast International Airport in Fort Pierce, Florida. This spacious facility has a large hangar space as well as ramp access and office space. The new Fort Pierce location will enable even more customers to take full advantage of our core SEAL Aviation services; fuel leak maintenance, structural repairs, non-destructive testing and aircraft weighing. This recent expansion comes on the heels of our successful Fort Lauderdale Headquarters expansion just 5 short years ago. SEAL Aviation continues to be the fastest growing part 145 Repair Station in the aviation industry as we once again invest to meet the needs of our burgeoning customer base.

As SEAL Aviation continues to grow in the South Florida area, we also continue to expand our Mobile Aircraft Maintenance and AOG Repair Services. Now more than ever, you will find SEAL Aviation Technicians all around the country performing Fuel Leak Maintenance, Structural Repairs and Non-destructive Testing at our customers location. Our unique mobile capabilities make SEAL Aviation the only family-owned and operated 'one-stop-shop' when it comes to aircraft maintenance. One call to SEAL is all it takes to receive options for cost effective aircraft repairs as well as mobile repair options for AOG situations. We put the choice in your hands!

As we continue to invest in our customers needs, SEAL Aviation will ensure that we remain committed to quality repairs and exceptional customer service. Loyalty to our customer base remains our top priority as it is our ambition that even more customers around the world will be able to take full advantage of the convenience and reliably SEAL Aviation offers.

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SEAL Aviation Owner Featured in Podcast

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 14:04:11 -0500

Jerel Bristol, Owner of SEAL Aviation, shares his unique perspective on the industry

Greg from D.O.M. Magazine sat down with Jerel Bristol, owner of SEAL Aviation and SEAL Aero Parts for a interview on the D.O.M. Management Insight Podcast. They discuss what "S.E.A.L." stands for (Spoiler: Yes, it is an acronym!), what inspired Jerel to start SEAL Aviation and what drives him daily. Check out this unique insider view into the aviation industry at the link below!

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