The
Lear Jet traces it's roots to the Swiss American Aviation Corporation
(SAAC) and their attempt to builld a new ground attack fighter in the
1960s. After being unsuccessful in that endeavor, William Powell Lear
set about making personal business jets. The company has switched hands
over the years after a successful start and is now owned by Bombardier
Aircraft,
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