10 Airline Logos And What They Stand For

10 AUG, 2023

Sushim Mukul

The 'flying Dutchman,' even after its merger with Air France, has a blue crown emblem representing the Netherlands' royal heritage, where blue symbolises trust and reliability.

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Photo: KLR

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The Speedmarque design, featuring the Union Jack in red, white, and blue, conveys British heritage, epitomising the airline's pioneering role in global aviation.

BRITISH AIRWAYS

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Deriving its name from the Sanskrit word "vistaar", it showcases an 8-pointed star symbolising excellence, simplicity, and an unbounded universe.

VISTARA

Photo: Thai Airways

Its stylised purple and gold emblem, resembling a traditional dancer's headgear, stands for elegance, reflecting the graceful Thai culture and hospitality.

THAI AIRWAYS

Photo: Air New Zealand

The iconic koru symbol in black and white signifies renewal and growth, inspired by Maori art, representing the airline's connection to New Zealand's rich heritage.

AIR NEW ZEALAND

Photo: Qatar Airways

The maroon Oryx symbolises elegance and strength, reflecting Qatar's heritage. The logo's modern Arabic calligraphy showcases its artistry and hospitality in a global context.

QATAR AIRWAYS

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The red, white, and blue embody freedom, leadership, and national pride, underscoring the airline's legacy as the American flag carrier.

AMERICAN AIRLINES

Photo: Air India

The Indian flag carrier's logo has spokes of the Konark wheel inside a red swan, where the wheel inspires to keep evolving and the swan stands for purity and grace.

AIR INDIA

Photo: Qantas

The kangaroo logo in red and white mirrors Australia's wildlife and culture, emphasising its spirit of exploration and endurance in aviation.

QANTAS

Photo: Alaska Airlines

The Eskimo face in shades of blue and green reflects Alaska's native culture and ecology, depicting the airline's roots in serving remote communities reaching challenging terrains.

ALASKA AIRLINES