Boeing 777 painted completely black in Seattle facility

Air New Zealand B777 in all Black Livery

Air New Zealand unveiled their entirely black Boeing 777-300ER in Seattle’s Boeing paint hanger facility Friday night.

The aircraft was painted completely black for the airline’s long-time sponsorship with the world champion All Blacks rugby team.
According to Boeing, painting the aircraft took over a week and 185 gallons of chrome-free primer and paint were used. The work involved a total of 14 painters working in shifts 24 hours a day.

“It was, without a doubt, one of the most challenging paint jobs we’ve ever done, but the paint team was up for the challenge and the results are absolutely outstanding. I am very proud of what the paint team has achieved,” said Jeff Klemann, vice president of the Boeing Everett Delivery Center.

Air New Zealand Public Affairs said the aircraft is expected to be delivered in late January after the completion of its interior.

Source: http://www.kirotv.com/news/news/boeing-777-painted-completely-black-seattle-facili/nF5Ss/

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