Hong Kong Airlines is giving passengers a closer encounter with Hong Kong’s giant pandas through an expanded Panda Friends experience that now extends from the aircraft exterior into the cabin.
First unveiled in March, the Panda Friends livery aircraft was created in partnership with Ocean Park Hong Kong and features six giant pandas: An An, Ke Ke, Ying Ying and Le Le, together with Hong Kong-born twins Jia Jia and De De. Designed as globe-trotting ambassadors, the pandas are depicted travelling the world with passports and cameras in hand.
The latest phase of the initiative introduces themed cabin interiors and exclusive collectibles, which made their debut on a flight to Chengdu, the home of China’s giant pandas.
The colourful livery has become one of the airline’s most recognisable aircraft, combining tourism promotion with conservation messaging. Through the partnership, Hong Kong Airlines and Ocean Park aim to showcase Hong Kong’s unique panda story to travellers across the region.
The programme also forms part of Hong Kong Airlines’ 20th anniversary celebrations. The carrier said the initiative reflects its commitment to promoting Hong Kong’s culture, tourism and conservation efforts through its network.
By bringing the Panda Friends experience on board, the airline hopes to create a more engaging journey for passengers while highlighting one of Hong Kong’s most popular wildlife attractions.
