All Nippon Airways unveiled their R2-D2 Jet at the 2015 Star Wars Celebration in Anaheim, CA

The Force awakens aboard R2-D2 Jet

July 22, 2015
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In anticipation of the launch of their Star Wars Project*, All Nippon Airways (ANA) commissioned a surprise model for Star Wars Celebration held mid-April in Anaheim, California.

  • All Nippon Airways debuted their 787 R2-D2 livery on a 1/20 scale model at the Star Wars Celebration in Anaheim.
  • Attendees lined up throughout Star Wars Celebration to see ANA’s R2-D2 Jet.
  • All Nippon Airways unveiled their R2-D2 Jet at the 2015 Star Wars Celebration in Anaheim, CA
  • PacMin Director of Operations Will To was at Star Wars Celebration with All Nippon Airways to unveil the 1/20 scale R2-D2 Jet.

The 1/20 scale Boeing 787-9 exhibit model featured the iconic Star Wars character R2-D2.

ANA trusted PacMin to maintain strict confidentiality throughout production. Logistics was carefully orchestrated to deliver the model under the radar and assure the event went smoothly.

On April 16, ANA unveiled their R2-D2 Jet. It thrilled attendees and was a perfect way to generate excitement for their Star Wars Project.

*: All Nippon Airways’ Star Wars Project is a joint marketing effort with Disney/Lucas Films spanning through 2020. ​

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