Airbus needs a purdy new livery for their A350F cargo freighter, and they are inviting the public to design it.
And it’s open to anyone in the world too, not just professional designers. If you have an idea, and any creative talent at all, then Airbus wants to see what you got. But you only have until Nov 28, 2022 to submit your design.
Guidelines for creating the new livery design
“It can be simple or detailed, hand drawn, painted or created using any medium you choose,” says Airbus. “Your creation should consider how this new generation, advanced, modern aircraft can benefit air freight operators and airlines from around the globe. It can be completely abstract or realistic, submitted in 1 or many colours.”
“If your idea is chosen, our design experts will work with you to produce the final livery design, perfectly adapted for the A350F,” adds the company. “It will be seen for the first time in the air on its first flight planned for 2024 and will be used to showcase the aircraft to operators and airlines around the world.”
The winning design will be unveiled at the 2023 Le Bourget Paris Airshow. The winner will get a scale model of the plane with the design, and be invited on a private factory tour to see their design come to life. And of course, to see it takeoff on its maiden voyage.
Airbus does have a list of guidelines for artists to follow, in order for their design to be considered. You can go over that information on their website HERE.
A new cargo freighter for a new generation
The A350F is leveraging all the benefits of the A350, with up to 40% improved fuel efficiency and reduced carbon emissions. It’s a lot lighter too, with an airframe made of over 70% composites, titanium and modern aluminium alloys.
The company says it will also be more resistant to corrosion, and require much less maintenance. Considering all of the above, Airbus expects the A350F to save operators up to 40% on costs.
The A350F will have a range of 4,700 nm and be able to carry 109 tonnes of cargo, with 8 temperature zones to haul anything from live animals to pharmaceuticals and refrigerated / frozen goods and more.
The company also expects seamless integration by operators of other Airbus models. The A350F is same type rating as the A350 and common type rating with the A330 family.
