JetBlue Airways on May 15, 2026 began scheduled flying on ‘Blueprint II’, a freshly reimagined edition of one of the airline’s most popular special liveries. The eye-catching design is featured on a brand-new, state-of-the-art Airbus A220-300, registered as N3308J. The aircraft marks the eighth A220-300 to be delivered directly to JetBlue from Airbus’s premier assembly facility in Mirabel, Québec.
The pictured N3308J is JetBlue’s eighth A220‑300 delivered from Airbus’s Mirabel facility in Québec.
The original “Blueprint” livery was first introduced by JetBlue in February 2017 on an Embraer E190 to celebrate the airline’s 17th anniversary. It quickly became a major fan favorite across the carrier’s network for its creative, “see-through” concept, behaving much like a mechanical X-ray or cutaway architectural drawing. The whimsical design superimposes intricate illustrations of everyday travel items over the internal, complex mechanical structure of the aircraft, playfully blending engineering precision with JetBlue’s signature sense of fun.
A Modern Blueprint for an All-Airbus Fleet
While the original iteration was retired alongside the aircraft that carried it, the debut of Blueprint II represents a nostalgic brand revival deeply intertwined with JetBlue’s grand-scale fleet modernization. On September 9, 2025, JetBlue officially retired its entire Embraer E190 fleet, completing a monumental transition to a highly efficient, all-Airbus mainline fleet anchored by next-generation A220 and A320 aircraft families.
Reimagined specifically for the larger, more aerodynamic canvas of the Airbus A220-300, Blueprint II builds on its predecessor’s foundation with bolder visuals, sharper detail, and an expanded universe of “Easter eggs”. According to JetBlue President Marty St. George, these liveries serve as a vital expression of the brand’s identity and the humanity defining their customer experience.
Spotting the “Easter Eggs”
Incorporating extensive feedback, inside jokes, and stories shared by both crewmembers and loyal customers, the updated “Blueprint II” design includes signature elements that capture the unique personality of the JetBlue travel experience. Aviation enthusiasts and plane spotters are encouraged to look closely at the cargo holds, under-seat storage sections, and overhead bins to discover dozens of hidden details. Notable features drawn onto the airframe include:
- An oversized teddy bear: Poking fun at unique baggage, a massive plush bear is illustrated sitting comfortably in its very own passenger seat.
- The Royal Crown: A regal crown honors London, which famously served as JetBlue’s historic, very first transatlantic European destination.
- A flight deck sextant: A traditional maritime and aviation sextant is drawn directly over the cockpit area, recognizing the deep, global history of navigation.
- Warm-weather gear: Items like swim fins, a snorkel mask, and an inflatable pool float nod directly to the Caribbean and sun-drenched vacation spots at the heart of the airline’s network.
- Playful travel staples: A variety of mischievous everyday items are hidden throughout, ranging from slices of New York pizza to potted plants.
Elevated Passenger Experience
The mechanical blueprint layout explicitly details elements like the cabin layout, the nose gear, and the massive, fuel-efficient Pratt & Whitney GTF engines. While the exterior paint job provides great social media value and gate-side novelty, the aircraft itself offers a massive upgrade for passengers inside. JetBlue’s A220-300 configuration features the widest coach seats of any single-aisle aircraft, massive overhead bins, custom ambient mood lighting, and complimentary high-speed Fly-Fi.
JetBlue’s newest A220-300 and its distinctive “Blueprint II” livery are now flying scheduled routes, bringing a touch of architectural whimsy to the skies across the airline’s domestic and regional networks.