SNG: Riyadh Air unveils first Boeing 787-9 plane in Indigo livery

By Zawya

By Staff Writer

Riyadh Air today (October 4) unveiled the first images of its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner in indigo livery after the aircraft rolled out of Boeing's paint facility in Charleston, South Carolina. The striking indigo-and-lavender design draws inspiration from the colors of spring desert blooms and the art of Arabic calligraphy, complementing Riyadh Air's signature pearlescent white livery.

One in every 10 aircraft in Riyadh Air's fleet is expected to feature the indigo livery, creating a distinctive visual identity as the airline expands its fleet. The aircraft is scheduled for delivery in the near future and will soon appear at one of the 15 international airports served by the airline.

"Seeing our first Indigo aircraft emerge from the paint shop is a proud moment for Riyadh Air," said CEO Tony Douglas, according to the airline's website.

"Inspired by the colors of spring desert blooms and the beauty of Arabic calligraphy, the indigo livery positions our brand with a striking presence that will stand out at airports across the world."

Douglas added that, alongside the airline's pearlescent livery, the new design reflects "a modern, confident Saudi identity, and marks another significant milestone as we have grown to 10 aircraft and 15 destinations in less than four months."

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