In the skies above, six airlines stand out for the presence of Pokémon on the body of their planes. These colorful partnerships between the world of aviation and that of the famous pocket creatures have given rise to unique itineraries, combining a passion for travel with a fascination for the Pokémon universe. Zoom in on these original airlines and their flights imbued with magic and adventure.
Pokémon Themed Planes: A Cultural Evolution
For decades, Pokémon have captivated children and adults around the world. This fascination has led to unique collaborations between airlines and the Pokémon franchise, transforming planes into flying pop culture icons. Here's a look at the airlines that have adopted these themed decors and their itineraries.
ANA's 777-300ER "Eevee Jet
ANA, Japan's second-largest airline, introduced the "Eevee Jet NH on its Boeing 777-300ER. Unveiled on June 25, 2023, this aircraft features visuals of Eevee and its evolutions such as Vaporeon, Jolteon and Flareon. In flight since August 31 of the same year, it offers an immersive experience with themed products and services. Main routes include HND-JFK and HND-LHR.
Pikachu 787-9 by ANA
The famous Pikachu has also found a home on an ANA Boeing 787-9, introduced on April 28. This collaboration includes unique elements such as designs on stewardess aprons, cups, paper napkins, and special gifts for passengers. The main routes are HND-BKK and HND-HNL.
Pokémon Jets from Garuda Indonesia
Garuda Indonesia, Indonesia's national airline, operates two Pokémon aircraft. The first, the Pokémon Jet GA1has been flying between Jakarta and Bali since February 23, 2024. A second aircraft, the Pokémon Jet GA2is planned for future introduction. These aircraft serve various destinations in the Indonesian archipelago and surrounding region, including Kuala Lumpur and Singapore.
Scoot's Pika-jet
Singapore Airlines' low-cost subsidiary, Scoot, has launched a Pikachu Jet TR in 2022. This Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, with a first destination of Tokyo, has 375 seats and serves mainly Asian routes, notably between Singapore, Tokyo and Seoul.
Korean 737-800
T'way Air, a South Korean airline, has introduced the Pikachu Jet TW in December 2022 as part of Pokémon Air Adventures. This Boeing 737-800 aircraft is decorated with Pokémon themes and offers special in-flight merchandise. It operates on regional routes in Asia, with frequent flights to Da Nang from Daegu.
Pokémon Jet from Taiwan
China Airlines presents a decorated Airbus A321 Neo bearing the name of Pikachujet CI. Introduced shortly after its delivery in 2022, this aircraft mainly covers the route between Taipei (Songshan) and Tokyo. Eleven Pokémon are represented on this aircraft, adding a magical touch to every flight.
List of Companies and Main Routes
| Airline Company | Main routes |
|---|---|
| ANA - 777-300ER "Eevee Jet | HND-JFK, HND-LHR |
| ANA - 787-9 Pikachu | HND-BKK, HND-HNL |
| Garuda Indonesia - Pokémon Jet GA1 | Jakarta-Bali, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore |
| Scoot - Pikachu Jet TR | Singapore-Tokyo, Singapore-Seoul |
| T'way Air - Pikachu Jet TW | Daegu-Da Nang |
| China Airlines - Pikachujet CI | TPE-Tokyo |
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