Aircraft painting firm Airbourne Colours has transformed Brussels Airlines’ Airbus A320 (OO-SNM) into the latest Belgian Icon livery ‘Atomium’ at its aircraft paint facility at East Midlands Airport.

It marks the sixth Belgian Icon livery that Airbourne Colours has created for Brussels Airlines in the last 10 years, highlighting the company’s expertise and long-standing partnership with the airline.

The painting process required over 400 litres of paint and took approximately 2,400 hours to complete. The ‘Atomium’ joins the line-up of Belgian Icons, reinforcing Brussels Airlines’ commitment to showcasing local heritage worldwide and bringing little pieces of Belgium to the skies.

Simon Cracknell, Airbourne Colours’ sales and marketing director, said: “We are thrilled to have partnered with Brussels Airlines again to bring their vision of the Atomium to life. This project showcases our team’s skill and dedication in creating intricate, eye-catching aircraft liveries.”

The newly painted A320 made its debut at a special ceremony in Brussels before embarking on its maiden commercial flight to Prague on March 27, 2025.

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