Well, it looks like that grainy 737-900ER (N53442) photo was legit after all. As of October 1, the transition of Continental Airlines to United Airlines began in earnest, starting with the unveiling of four aircraft painted in the new United colors. Whatever your opinion on the new livery, it appears that it is here to stay. A 737-800 (N78285), 757-200 (N29124) and United Express ERJ-145XR (N12157) all wear the merged carrier’s colors.
For those of you keeping count, that makes three distinctly different United color schemes in operation today. If I’m not mistaken, the Delta had three at once with the transition from the classic widget, to the barely-widgeted colors, and finally to the infamous Deltaflot scheme.
If you happen to find yourself on a United or Continental flight in the near future, the combined airline’s new CEO, Jeff Smisek, who previously lead Continental, is now featured in the company’s updated safety videos.
If you prefer safety announcements with a little more sparkle, look no farther than Cebu Pacific. I personally think they nailed it.
Photo Credit Phil Hyde
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