Fourth edition of the QANTAS flying art series

[Ray P.]

It's probably not really worth commenting on the look until after the decals have been fitted. With that said, regardless of the meaning of the 'art', it will need to be aesthetically pleasing to the public as the design serves to market both aboriginal culture as well as the airline itself. As shallow as it may seem, the reality is that marketing relies on public acceptance and the public generally isn't that interested in understanding the rationale if their first impressions aren't very positive.

[Nigel C]

That said Ray, has there ever been someone rock up to a gate and refuse to fly because they didn't like the fancy paint job?

[Dave Dale]

I'll fly on it, and hope that Gemini Jets releases a 1/200 scale model of it. We really can't complain about liveries. After all, passengers will see the picture, not necessarily know the story, and admire what they see. No doubt all will recognise it is the work of our indigenous Aussies. That's the best part. If Qantas wishes to impart the story behind the painting, put it in the Australian Way magazine. I'm sure they will any way.

Dave

[Dave Dale]

Originally Posted by Zac M

It has grown on me, I think one thing that could make it look better is the addition of the indigenous flag above or below the Australian flag !

The indigenous flag is in fact copyrighted, and unlike the national flag, cannot be used without permission and payment.

[Ray P.]

Originally Posted by Nigel C

That said Ray, has there ever been someone rock up to a gate and refuse to fly because they didn't like the fancy paint job?

I certainly can't argue with you on that point, Nigel. The average public wouldn't really care what the aircraft looked like, nor what type of aircraft they were on for that matter.

[Tom Lohdan]

VH-XZJ is on the way back (BFI-HNL) about to land in HNL.

[Stuart Trevena]

Hi All

VH-ZXJ ops BFI to HNL as QF6024.
Just touched down in HNL.

Stuart

[Tom Lohdan]

QF6024 HNL-NAN inflight

[Paul F]

Looks like its due into SYD around 1200 Monday.

[Sarah C]

It is due in about 11am - they have an arrival ceremony planned