Lufthansa unveils special livery for 100th anniversary

Germany

A Boeing 787-9 will debut a centennial design in December 2025, marking the start of Lufthansa’s anniversary year 2026

The aircraft features a deep blue fuselage with Lufthansa’s crane emblem in white, its wings blending into those of the aircraft to symbolize continuity between tradition and the future. The livery also integrates a “100” on the left side, the years “1926 / 2026” on the right, and a centennial logo on the underside.

Originally created in 1918 by designer Otto Firle, the crane has long stood as Lufthansa’s defining symbol worldwide.

Delivery and service

The aircraft (registration D-ABPU) received its paintwork in Charleston, USA, and will be delivered to Frankfurt in November with the airline’s new Allegris interior. Regular service is set to begin in December, when the jet will act as a “flying ambassador” for the anniversary year.

CEO statement

“Our Lufthansa crane stands for safety, pioneering spirit, premium quality, but also for freedom and reliability. This has been the case for the past 100 years and will continue to be so in the future,” said Jens Ritter, CEO of Lufthansa Airlines. “The special livery honors our identity and stands for a proud team of Lufthansa employees who give everything every day for our guests’ safety and well-being.”