The Walt Disney Archives has shared some photos of the interior of “The Mouse”, Walt Disney’s company plane. The Grumman Gulfstream I is undergoing a meticulous, multi‑year restoration to resemble how it appeared when Walt flew aboard in the 1960s. Here’s a look at the restored interior of Walt Disney’s plane, along with a look back at an exhibit from the 2022 D23 Expo where fans got to see the plane in person!
Walt Disney’s Plane Interior Restored
We’re thrilled to reveal the restored interior of Walt Disney’s company plane—the Grumman Gulfstream I aircraft affectionately known as “The Mouse”—unveiled today for D23 Members at the Palm Springs Air Museum! On long-term loan to the museum since 2022, the aircraft interior is undergoing a meticulous, multi‑year restoration to resemble how it appeared when Walt flew aboard in the 1960s.
Acquired by Walt Disney Productions in 1963, “The Mouse” featured an interior designed with creative input from Walt and Lillian Disney, with seating for up to 15 passengers, a galley kitchen, two restrooms, couches and a desk, and nods to the mouse who started it all. Over its 28 years of service, the plane logged nearly 20,000 flight hours and carried an estimated 83,000 passengers, helping carry Walt’s vision from coast to coast.
Back in 2022, fans attending the D23 Expo got to enjoy an exhibit where “The Mouse” was on display, along with a number of props.
Check out our article below for a detailed look at the exhibit, including more than 80 photos!
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