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Qantas, the Australian national carrier, has a unique way of celebrating its rich history. In 2015, they unveiled a special Boeing 737-800 painted in a vintage livery, nicknaming it “Retro Roo II.” This particular design pays homage to the Boeing 707 jets that Qantas operated starting in 1959.
The “Retro Roo II” livery features a design aesthetic reminiscent of the 1960s. The aircraft boasts a predominantly white fuselage with a red cheatline running along its side.
The Qantas name is displayed in a bold, stylized font, and a small kangaroo adorns the vertical stabilizer.
This Boeing 737 with a retro twist wasn’t the first for Qantas. In fact, “Retro Roo II” followed “Retro Roo I,” a 737 unveiled in 2014 that sported the livery used from 1971 to 1984. These special liveries have proven popular, not only serving as a reminder of Qantas’ long history, but also generating excitement among aviation enthusiasts who flock to airports to catch a glimpse of these unique planes.
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