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Southwest Partners with Disney•Pixar on “Coco”-Themed Aircraft

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Southwest Airlines connects People every day to what is important in their lives, and with Disney∙Pixar’s all-new adventure “Coco,” Southwest connects its Customers to an exciting and inspiring story. In the film, despite his family’s baffling generations-old ban on music, Miguel (voice of newcomer Anthony Gonzalez) dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol, Ernesto de la Cruz (voice of Benjamin Bratt). Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel finds himself in the stunning and colorful Land of the Dead following a mysterious chain of events. Along the way, he meets charming trickster Héctor (voice of Gael García Bernal), and together, they set off on an extraordinary journey to unlock the real story behind Miguel's family history. Directed by Lee Unkrich (“Toy Story 3”), co-directed by Adrian Molina (story artist “Monsters University”) and produced by Darla K. Anderson (“Toy Story 3”), Disney•Pixar’s “Coco” opens in U.S. theaters on November 22, 2017.

 

Southwest celebrates Disney∙Pixar’s all-new, big-screen adventure “Coco” in high-flying style this fall, unveiling a Boeing 737-700 aircraft emblazoned with the vibrant “Coco” logo and artwork inspired by the film. The aircraft will fly throughout the United States, Mexico, Central America, and Caribbean through the end of 2017. Customers are encouraged to spot the “Coco” plane and share their photos using #CocoAndSouthwest. 

 

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“Southwest specializes in bringing unique and meaningful moments to our Customers,” said Southwest Airlines Vice President Controller and California Executive Leah Koontz at the aircraft unveiling event in Oakland. “Disney∙Pixar’s “Coco” centers on Heart and family, which are among the core values that we celebrate with our Employees and Customers.”

 

“‘Coco’ is about a boy with big dreams and a strong connection to his family,” says Director Lee Unkrich. “These themes really lend themselves to teaming up with a company like Southwest. And after working for nearly six years to bring this story to life, we were all so excited to see ‘Coco’ on the side of an airplane.”

 

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Southwest is also giving families the opportunity to enter for a chance to send their family on an adventure of a lifetime by entering the Southwest Family Flyaway sweepstakes between October 1-25, 2017, to win roundtrip air travel for four to Los Angeles; four tickets to the Disney∙Pixar “Coco” U.S. premiere and party; a two-night stay at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel in Hollywood; and a $1,000 VISA® gift card for travel expenses.  To view the full rules and to enter, visit www.familyflyaway.com.

 

Additionally, Southwest is sharing the adventures of “Coco” with Customers onboard flights beginning November 1, with the launch of the Disney∙Pixar “Coco” OnDemand Channel, featuring complimentary movie clips and trailers to get everyone excited about “Coco” in 3D this Thanksgiving. Be sure to tune-in ahead of the film’s November 22 theatrical debut.

 

Later this fall, the music of “Coco” will come to life onboard the “Coco” aircraft with a Live at 35® inflight concert performance by Anthony Gonzalez, who voices Miguel in the movie. Customers will experience the sounds and culture up-close and in-the-moment as Anthony sings a song from the upcoming film accompanied by a guitarist.

 

SWEEPSTAKES RULES

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE WILL NOT INCREASE CHANCES OF WINNING. Void where prohibited. Open to legal residents of 48 contiguous United States and the District of Columbia age 19 or older at time of entry. Limit one entry per person. All fields must be completed.  Approximate retail value of prize: $3,788.00. For complete details and Official Rules, visit www.familyflyaway.com. By entering, information collected will be used in accordance with Sponsor’s Privacy Policy at https://www.southwest.com/privacy. Sponsor: Southwest Airlines Co., 2702 Love Field Drive, Dallas, TX  75235. Enter by October 25, 2017 at 11:59p.m. C.T.

 

1 Comment
jnbailey1021
Frequent Flyer C

Would love to get to see this aircraft!! It’s awesome! Nicely done Southwest!!