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JetBlue is letting the public vote on a new aircraft livery honoring the Dominican Republic and Dominican culture.
The carrier commissioned three designs, all by Dominican artists, for use on an Airbus A320. Customers and fans can vote for their favorite at VotaJetBlueRD.com through Feb. 1.
“As the largest airline serving the Dominican Republic, we’re proud to introduce JetBlue’s first livery dedicated to the country, which will showcase the work of a local artist and be chosen by the community,” JetBlue President Marty St. George said in a news release. “This initiative honors the country’s vibrant culture and creative talent, while reflecting the strong bond we’ve built there for more than twenty years.”
The liveries feature illustrations of Dominican people, symbols, and cultural motifs, such as dominoes, tambora drums, and palm trees. They were designed by art director and muralist Willy Gómez, design collective Los Plebeyos, and illustrator Lena Tokens.
All the artists were compensated for their work, JetBlue said.
The selected livery will be announced in February and will appear on an A320 in the spring.
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