Over the weekend, a ‘Toy Story’ themed aircraft launched in Shanghai, as a joined venture between China Eastern Airlines and the Shanghai Disney Resort. The new airplane features a large, flying Buzz Lightyear painted on one side of the exterior, and Woody on the other.
The first Disney·Pixar Toy Story Land themed plane took flight from Shanghai over the weekend, featuring in-flight entertainment and colorful décor that illustrates the new attractions now open at Shanghai Disney Resort. Even the ceiling is decorated for this special flight experience!
Travelers at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport will spot favorite Toy Story characters in the departure terminal before take-off and receive a commemorative boarding pass as part of the new flight experience.
Starting at check-in, the entire experience is fused with the popular Disney franchise. The check-in machines are Toy Story themed, and the desks feature images of the characters. Within the aircraft itself, the top of the cabin features artwork of Woody and Lotso, among others. The luggage compartments above the seats are sky blue, with cartoon clouds and a variety of other characters drawn on. Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head are, of course, on display. The seats and trays again feature colorful depictions of the characters, and the headphones and other accessories are all themed to further enhance the experience. The menus also revolve around Toy Story characters, with themed cutlery and food and drink options.
The plane will fly between Beijing and Shanghai, with service to and from other Chinese cities in the future.