At aircrafttag, we are passionate about preserving aviation history by transforming retired aircraft into cherished memorabilia. Our latest release, crafted from the fuselage of the Boeing 757 D4-CCG, pays homage to both the aircraft and the storied history of Cabo Verde Airlines.
D4-CCG has an interesting history.
In 1990 it was delivered brand new to the airline Icelandair as TF-FII. Over the years, this B757 has been in service with several airlines. BMI, Air Mediterranee, Air Niugini and finally Cabo Verde Airlines.
In 2010, the Eyjafjallajökull volcano erupted, shutting down air traffic in Europe for several days. D4-CCG was named by Icelandair after the volcano Eyjafjallajökull.
Following Cabo Verde Airlines' rebranding, the B757 was christened "Baia de Tarrafal".
After the B757 was retired, it was stored in Lleida, Spain, where aircrafttag preserved the most valuable parts of this unique airliner.
Cabo Verde Airlines, the national carrier of Cape Verde, has a storied history that reflects the growth and resilience of this island nation. Founded in 1958 as TACV (Transportes Aéreos de Cabo Verde), the airline started as a domestic carrier, connecting the islands of Cape Verde. Over the decades, TACV expanded its horizons, adding international routes and establishing itself as a vital link between Africa, Europe, and the Americas. Icelandair has held a majority stake in Cabo Verde Airlines since 2018. The rebranding to Cabo Verde Airlines in the same year marked a new era for the airline, emphasizing its commitment to connecting the world to Cape Verde. Each aircraft has been given a different livery. The colors of D4-CCG reflect the characteristic colors of the island Santiago. With its hub at Amílcar Cabral International Airport on Sal Island, the airline has focused on providing a bridge between continents, fostering tourism, and supporting the Cape Verdean diaspora.Despite facing economic and operational challenges, Cabo Verde Airlines has remained resilient, continuously adapting to the evolving aviation landscape. The airline's fleet has seen a variety of aircraft, but few have left as significant an imprint as the Boeing 757, particularly the D4-CCG.
