Here's How to Fly in the Dunkin'-Themed JetBlue Plane
JetBlue unveiled a Dunkin'-themed Airbus A320 to celebrate nearly 20 years of partnership with the coffee brand
The aircraft debuted in Boston, honoring the companies' shared hometown roots
From May 19 to Sept. 1, Monday passengers on the jet get loyalty perks, including status upgrades for JetBlue TrueBlue and Dunkin' Rewards membersJetBlue and Dunkin' are taking their partnership sky-high — literally.
Earlier this month, the airline debuted a brand-new aircraft in a vibrant Dunkin'-themed colorway to celebrate its nearly 20-year partnership with the popular coffee house.
The Airbus A320, now playfully named 'Brewing Altitude,' features a swirl of donuts, coffee cups, and Dunkin's signature pink, yellow and orange hues. Brewing Altitude made its colorful debut at a celebration in Boston where both brands share hometown pride and loyal coffee-loving travelers.
JetBlue first started serving Dunkin's Original Blend coffee on board in 2006, officially naming Dunkin' its exclusive coffee provider in 2011. Now, they're making things official in a whole new way — with a flying tribute to the coffee-and-donuts brand that powers many morning commutes.
'We're proud to showcase this partnership with a livery that's as fun and bold as the brands behind it,' said JetBlue president Marty St. George. 'With our shared Boston heritage and focus on delighting loyal customers, this collaboration brings together two fan-favorite brands in a way only JetBlue and Dunkin' can.'
Dunkin' president Scott Murphy added, 'From Boston to beyond, we're proud to see our iconic pink and orange take flight.'
What's even sweeter is that flying on Brewing Altitude could come with bonus perks. Starting May 19 through September 1, passengers who fly on the themed jet on Mondays will earn status upgrades.
JetBlue's TrueBlue members will score Mosaic 1 status, while Dunkin' Rewards members will receive Boosted status for three months. Frequent flyers and coffee lovers alike will also get bonus points and tiles to keep the good vibes going.
For full details and the routes the plane will fly, head to jetblue.com.
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