American Airlines Reveals New Boeing 737 Livery and AAdvantage Card for Centennial

American Airlines officially launched its American Airlines 100th anniversary celebration on January 5, 2026. This date marks a century since the airline's first passenger flight in 1926. The year-long celebration honors the carrier's history. It also highlights its commitment to the future of air travel. Reaching a centennial is a rare achievement in the global airline industry.

The Next Custom Livery: Forward Focus

Following the retro-inspired 'Flagship' design, the airline unveiled its next special aircraft. This second custom livery is applied to a Boeing 737-800 aircraft. The aircraft is registered as N840NN and will enter service later this month.

This new design contrasts with the first centennial aircraft. The first was a Boeing 777-300ER that paid homage to the Douglas DC-3 heritage. That livery featured a classic orange lightning bolt. The new Boeing 737 custom livery instead focuses on the future.

Key Design Details

The Boeing 737 custom livery showcases a modern, silver-inspired motif. The most notable feature is the silver infinity rings near the rear fuselage. These rings are referred to as American's centennial pattern. They use three distinct shades of gray paint. This gradient represents the airline's past, present, and future. The design symbolizes the airline's enduring legacy and infinite possibilities.

• The aircraft is a Boeing 737-800, tail number N840NN.
• The design features silver infinity rings on the aft fuselage.
• The rings use three shades of gray to symbolize continuity.

New AAdvantage Credit Card Design

In partnership with Citibank, American Airlines is also introducing a new AAdvantage credit card design. For a limited time, new and reissued cards will feature a commemorative look. This exclusive design showcases American's centennial logo.

This limited-edition design will be available on several Citi AAdvantage Mastercard products. These include the Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite Mastercard®, Citi® / AAdvantage® Globe™ Mastercard®, and Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard®. This allows frequent flyers to carry a piece of the American Airlines centennial celebration in their wallets.

Broader Centennial Impact

The centennial logo itself blends the American Airlines brand with an infinity symbol. This represents the long-term connection with customers. The logo will be widely visible across the airline's operations.

American is adding a special decal of the logo to more than 1,500 aircraft in its fleet. This ensures the celebration is visible on nearly every flight. Passengers can also expect centennial branding across digital platforms, airports, and onboard products. These include special amenity kits and curated dining options. This comprehensive rollout aims to engage both aviation enthusiasts and everyday travelers. For more on this and other industry developments, visit flying.flights for commercial aviation news. The initiative underscores the airline's dual focus: honoring its rich history while embracing a modern, forward-looking future.