Alaska Airlines Unveils Boeing 737-9 MAX Livery on Tail 985AK Celebrating Seattle World Cup
ALK•Alaska Airlines unveiled a Boeing 737-9 MAX livery showcasing the Seattle Host City logo, dynamic soccer ball motif and whale tail graphic to commemorate Seattle’s role as a 2026 FIFA World Cup host city. It supports a Blind Soccer tournament and a Space Needle flag-raising with “WE ARE SEATTLE.”
1. Livery Design and Features
Alaska Airlines has unveiled a custom livery on its Boeing 737-9 MAX (tail number 985AK) featuring the Seattle Host City logo, a dynamic soccer ball motif and the whale tail graphic evocative of the Pacific Northwest, with “WE ARE SEATTLE” emblazoned on the aircraft’s underside.
2. Partnership with World Cup Host Committee
The launch positions Alaska Airlines as an Official Seattle FIFA World Cup 2026 Host City Supporter, aligning the airline with the local organizing committee to highlight its role as Seattle’s hometown global carrier welcoming international fans.
3. Community Engagement Initiatives
Beyond branding, the initiative funds the inaugural Blind Soccer tournament, underwrites community art installations spotlighting nonprofit partners and stages a Space Needle flag-raising ceremony, underlining Alaska Airlines’ commitment to regional engagement during the tournament.
