United Airlines has revealed that, as of this writing, they are nearly ready to launch their unique, Star Wars-themed commercial jet.
The Boeing 737-800 is set to take to the skies in November 2019 and will be flying over the US, Canada, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Just in time for the release of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, the plane will not only bear the franchise’s theme on the outside but also on the inside.
The plane’s exterior will feature a paint job including TIE fighter starships, a giant lightsaber, and an X-wing Starfighter.
As for the interiors, passengers will be greeted by Star Wars music and movie-themed amenity kits consisting of earplugs, tissues, skincare products, and a toothbrush. The travelers will also receive a commemorative pin.
As for the safety announcement video, the creators have incorporated C-3PO and R2-D2 in order to promote “safety in galaxies both near and far, far away.”
“United Airlines and the Star Wars franchise share a common goal: connect people and unite the world.
We are thrilled to join forces and help promote the concluding chapter of the Skywalker story, while at the same time enlisting help from our new friends from the Star Wars universe to demonstrate the importance of safety for our customers and colleagues,” United Airlines’ Marketing VP, Mark Krolick, stated.
Speaking of the Star Wars-themed plane, Lucasfilm’ Executive Creative Director, Doug Chiang, added:
“Approaching the design for United Airlines was unlike anything I had ever done before. I typically design for a flat screen when I design for films… an airplane fuselage presented a broad and exciting canvas.”
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