Germany painting airlines to look like beach towels

In summary, a German airline, Condor, has unveiled planes painted to look like beach towels as part of their evolution into a unique vacation airline. This design may have been inspired by the idea of reserving sun loungers at resorts. The majority of the airline's shares are owned by a British investor company. Some people find the design humorous, while others do not like it.
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I just saw this coming in for a landing at Toronto International.

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https://www.dailymail.co.uk/travel/...unveils-planes-painted-like-beach-towels.html
 
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DaveC426913 said:

Germany painting airlines to look like beach towels​

Looks to me more like something from a Dr. Seuss book
 
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phinds said:
Looks to me more like something from a Dr. Seuss book
Indeed. Which is why I took note of it and determined to find out what it was all about.
 
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A German sense of humour, that suggests you must book early to get a seat, to a place where you must be early, to place your beach towel near the pool.

Nok Air is creative.
Google images 'planes painted like birds'
 
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Baluncore said:
A German sense of humour, that suggests you must book early to get a seat, to a place where you must be early, to place your beach towel near the pool.
The majority of the shares (51%) are held by a British investor company (Attestor). Just saying.
 
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phinds said:
Looks to me more like something from a Dr. Seuss book
I do not like stripes on a plane.
I do not like them on a train.
I do not like them on a towel.
I do not like them on an owl.
 
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I do not like them said DrGreg
Even if you tried to kneel and beg.
 

FAQ: Germany painting airlines to look like beach towels

Why is Germany painting airlines to look like beach towels?

Germany is painting airlines to look like beach towels as part of a unique marketing campaign aimed at promoting tourism and highlighting the country's vibrant and diverse cultural landscape. The colorful designs are intended to capture attention and create a memorable visual impact.

Which airlines are participating in this campaign?

Several major German airlines, including Lufthansa and Eurowings, are participating in this campaign. These airlines have agreed to feature the beach towel designs on a select number of their aircraft to support the initiative.

How long will the beach towel designs be on the airplanes?

The beach towel designs are expected to be featured on the airplanes for a limited period, typically ranging from six months to a year. This duration allows for enough time to maximize the campaign's impact while also keeping the designs fresh and relevant.

What are the public reactions to this campaign?

The public reactions to this campaign have been largely positive, with many people appreciating the creativity and boldness of the designs. The eye-catching visuals have generated a lot of buzz on social media, contributing to increased interest in traveling to Germany.

Are there any safety or regulatory concerns with painting airplanes in such designs?

No, there are no safety or regulatory concerns with painting airplanes in beach towel designs. The paints and techniques used are fully compliant with aviation industry standards, ensuring that the designs do not affect the aircraft's performance or safety. The airlines involved have worked closely with aviation authorities to ensure all regulations are met.

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