Originally Posted by
UAL757222
There is no “Wi” in the Tulip. It’s a “U” and only a U
When you look closely the casual name for it shouldn't be tulip, but shield. It was an evolution of the 50s era UA shield that morphed a U into the shield - see the images of the old shield logos and it's clear where the inspiration came. Same slant, same proportions.
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Originally Posted by
UAL757222
What does it symbolize? Garbage?
It picked up the associations the general public had with the prior UA legacy - too big tone deaf airline - and carried the torch
I never cared much for the CO / globe logo - much preferred the UA logo, but am aware enough to know the UA logo built up a reputation of mediocrity at best with joe public.