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Boeing 757-300 Condor

Registration: D-ABON Named: Willi Type: 757-330 Engines: 2 × RR RB211-535E4B Serial Number: 29023 First flight: May 19, 2000

Within Condor’s fleet, one of the Boeing 757-300 stands out with its distinctive “Willi” livery, unveiled in 2006 to mark the airline’s 50th anniversary. Its “Willi” livery, featuring the slogan “Wir lieben Fliegen” (We love flying), sharply contrasts with the fleet’s conventional designs. This vibrant and playful style, adorned with colorful hearts, has won the affection of passengers and aviation enthusiasts, making "Willi" an iconic presence in Condor’s lineup. The livery is a tribute to Wilfried Meyer, whose 30-year career shaped Condor’s identity as Germany’s leading leisure carrier.

So, who was this “Willi”? Retiring in January 2006 at the age of 60, Meyer served as Vice President of Scheduling and Tour Operator Sales. From the 1970s to the early 2000s, Meyer was the vital link between the airline’s operational planning and its relationships with tour operators. He was more than a sales executive; he was a visionary who saw human stories behind the numbers. A dip in bookings to Greece meant families missing out on vacations, while a surge in demand for the Canary Islands evoked images of newlyweds chasing sunsets. His decisions were guided not only by market trends but also by emotional intelligence, earning the trust of colleagues and partners alike. Known for personal gestures like handwritten thank-you notes to agents or bringing homemade cakes to planning meetings, Meyer fostered a warm sense of community within Condor. His leadership was not loud but deeply human, making him a beloved figure among peers. Upon retiring, Meyer left quietly—no press conferences or grand ceremonies, just warm embraces and a final stroll along the tarmac, watching “his” aircraft take flight. His presence lingers in Condor’s culture, in the warmth of its staff and the reliability of its partnerships, embodied by the charm of the “Willi” livery.

Boeing 757-200 Astraeus Airlines

Registration: G-OOOB Engines: 2 × RR RB211-535E4 Type: 757-28A Serial Number: 23822 First flight: Apr 15, 1987

Astraeus Airlines, was a British airline headquartered in Crawley, West Sussex, England, with its primary hub at London Gatwick Airport. Established in 2002 as a charter airline, Astraeus shifted its focus in May 2008 from regular charter and scheduled flights to subleasing aircraft. They offered various leasing options, including wet, damp, and dry leases, to meet both short-term and long-term needs globally. Astraeus Airlines was known for providing additional capacity on an as-needed basis to a variety of clients. This included charters for sports teams, military operations, entertainment industry events, and general leisure and business travel. The airline’s name was inspired by the Greek god of twilight.

Boeing 757-200 Delta Air Lines

Registration: N544US Type: 757-251 Engines: 2 × PW PW2037 Serial Number: 26491 First flight: May 7, 1996

Delta Air Lines, Inc., is one of the major airlines of the United States and a legacy carrier. One of the world's oldest airlines in operation, Delta is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The history of Delta Air Lines begins with the world's first aerial crop dusting operation called Huff Daland Dusters, Inc. Delta Air Service was incorporated on December 3, 1928, and named after the Mississippi Delta region. Delta has nine hubs, with Atlanta being its largest in terms of total passengers and number of departures. It is ranked second among the world's largest airlines by number of scheduled passengers carried, revenue passenger-kilometers flown, and fleet size. Delta is a founding member of the SkyTeam airline alliance. The company slogan is "Keep Climbing".

Boeing 757-200 Northern Pacific Airways

Registration: N628NP Type: 757-2B7 Engines: 2 × RR RB211-535E4 Serial Number: 27809 First flight: May 1, 1995

Northern Pacific Airways, is an American low-cost airline based in Anchorage, Alaska. The airline plans to operate transpacific flights between North America and Asia, with a stopover at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. The airline received its full FAA authorization to launch flights on July 9, 2023, allowing the airline to launch commercial flights with passengers aboard. Operations commenced on July 14, 2023 with their inaugural flight from Ontario International Airport in Ontario, California, to Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas, Nevada. On August 28, 2023, the airline received a preliminary injunction ordering the discontinuation of the use of the name “Northern Pacific”. The company's management instead to rebrand as New Pacific Airlines.