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HELLO Kitty fans will surely be able to get on board with the launch of themed jets inspired by the cartoon. A popular airline has introduced a new line of aircrafts that will surely have Hello Kitty lovers jumping for joy with this purr-fect news. Eva Air, Taiwan's first privately owned international airline, has introduced its new Hello Kitty Besties Jet, according to PR Newswire .

The new flights will feature decor and dining options with everyone's favorite Sanrio character and friends. The first themed flight took off from Chicago's O'Hare International Airport on August 29 and headed for Taiwan. Kids will be right at home on the aircraft surrounded by everything Hello Kitty.



Read more in airline Chicago O'Hare even hosted an event to welcome the jet's arrival with a water salute and reception featuring live music. To mark the occasion, every passenger was treated to a commemorative token on board the inaugural flight. The family-friendly jet will depart from Chicago every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, according to the summer schedule.

Come November, however, the airline will have flights taking off Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Most read in Travel "Chicago is a vital leisure and commercial hub in the United States, and we're excited to launch Hello Kitty Besties Jet on the Chicago-Taipei route," said Eva Air President Clay Sun. He shared how the airline is committed to continuing to ensure that passengers enjoy the "exceptional care" and "high standards" synonymous with its reputation.

Eva Air is certainly adding some fun to each flight, with both the interior and exterior designs including the popular character in her signature red bow. Fans will also notice popular characters such as My Melody, and Kuromi throughout. And the cuteness expands into comfortability, as each aircraft has specially designed headrests.

The playful characters will also be present on the place settings during mealtime. The airline's goal is to help loved ones create special memories while exploring the world together. Aside from traveling from their North American hub in Chicago, Hello Kitty and company will have three other routes.

The Bad Badtz-Maru Travel Fun jet will be flying to the Clark Airport in the Philippines. Meanwhile, the Celebration Flight and Joyful Dream will alternate on the Bali and Cebu routes in Indonesia and the Philippines. Both will offer daily flights.

Eva Air North America currently operates 87 flights per week with the highest capacity for Trans-Pacific routes, including Tokyo and Bangkok. It offers a fleet of over 80 Boeing and Airbus aircraft to over 60 international destinations throughout Asia, Oceania, and Europe. The airline's other North America destinations include Houston, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Seattle, Toronto, and Vancouver.

Read More on The US Sun If you have the Eva mobile app, you can even download your own Sanrio digital boarding pass, according to Eva Air's website . This exclusive digital pass is available for departure points at those airports that support mobile boarding passes, which excludes Cebu Airport and the Clark route. Eva Air's duty-free items available for purchase include Hello Kitty slippers, playing cards, hand towels, coasters, paper cups, meal bags, and even miniature airline models.

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