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Walt Disney Archives Unveils Restored Interior of ‘The Mouse’ in Palm Springs

The effort centers on replicating the 1960s cabin that Walt Disney used during company flights.

Overview

  • D23 members toured the aircraft’s cabin during the A Toast to Walt’s Plane event on Sunday at the Palm Springs Air Museum, where the restored interior was unveiled.
  • The Walt Disney Archives posted first-look photos on Instagram, offering the public an early view inside the refurbished Gulfstream I.
  • The aircraft, on long-term loan to the museum since 2022, is in a multi-year restoration designed to match its 1960s appearance.
  • Acquired in 1963, the plane’s interior reflected input from Walt and Lillian Disney, with seating for up to 15, a galley, two restrooms, couches, and a desk.
  • Over 28 years in service, the Gulfstream I logged nearly 20,000 flight hours and carried an estimated 83,000 passengers, underscoring its place in Disney history.