< Reveal sidebar

Livery of the Week: China Airlines

The airline's livery adorns a fleet of over 80 aircraft.

China Airlines first Airbus A321neo. (Photo: Airbus)

Editor’s Note: AirlineGeeks is proud to present our ‘Livery of the Week’ series. Every Friday, a team member will share an airline livery, which can be from the past, present, or even a special scheme. Some airline liveries are works of art. The complexity associated with painting around critical flight components and the added weight requires outside-the-box thinking from designers. The average airliner can cost upwards of $200,000 to repaint, creating a separate aircraft repainting industry as a result. 

Have an idea for a livery that we should highlight? Drop us a line

China Airlines, Taiwan’s national flag carrier, has been synonymous with the island’s aviation industry for decades. Its distinctive livery, featuring a vibrant plum blossom against a backdrop of blue, purple, and white, has become a recognizable symbol of Taiwan’s international presence.

The plum blossom, a cultural icon in Taiwan representing resilience and beauty, was chosen to adorn the airline’s aircraft.

A China Airlines Airbus A350 on approach into Amsterdam.
(Photo: AirlineGeeks | Fabian Behr)

Over the years, China Airlines has made minor adjustments to its livery to reflect changes in the airline’s branding and operations. However, the core elements of the plum blossom and blue and white color scheme have remained consistent, ensuring that the airline’s identity remains recognizable.

The airline also has a few co-branded liveries with both Airbus and Boeing.

Looking for a new airplane model? Head over to our friends at the Midwest Model Store for a wide selection of airlines and liveries.

Ryan Ewing
Follow Ryan
Latest posts by Ryan Ewing (see all)

Author

  • Ryan Ewing

    Ryan founded AirlineGeeks.com back in February 2013 and has amassed considerable experience in the aviation sector. His work has been featured in several publications and news outlets, including CNN, WJLA, CNET, and Business Insider. During his time in the industry, he's worked in roles pertaining to airport/airline operations while holding a B.S. in Air Transportation Management from Arizona State University along with an MBA. Ryan has experience in several facets of the industry from behind the yoke of a Cessna 172 to interviewing airline industry executives. Ryan works for AirlineGeeks' owner FLYING Media, spearheading coverage in the commercial aviation space.

    View all posts

Subscribe to AirlineGeeks' Daily Check-In

Receive a daily dose of the airline industry's top stories along with market insights right in your inbox.

Related Stories

Livery of the Week: WestJet

Editor’s Note: AirlineGeeks is proud to present our ‘Livery of the Week’ series. Every Friday, a team member will share an airline…

Livery of the Week: PLAY Airlines

Editor’s Note: AirlineGeeks is proud to present our ‘Livery of the Week’ series. Every Friday, a team member will share an airline…

Emirates Unveils Newest A380 Special Livery

Editor’s Note: AirlineGeeks is proud to present our ‘Livery of the Week’ series. Every Friday, a team member will share an airline…