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Olly joins the jet set with aircraft in her name

 

Manchester Airport’s stray cat, Olly, is taking to the skies thanks to low cost airline bmibaby. 

 

After winning a public vote, the loveable stray now has her name emblazoned on the side of the Boeing 737 jet. 

 

Olly was nominated by Tracy Williamson from Wilsmlow.  The Manchester Airport security worker was on hand to unveil the new aircraft name at Manchester Airport on Olly’s behalf. 

 

Tracy Williamson, said: “It was a great moment to see the Olly’s name unveiled on the aircraft.  I work at Manchester Airport and often see Olly strolling around, so it seemed perfect to name an aircraft after Manchester’s most famous cat.  While Olly may be oblivious to the fun I’m sure Mancunians will enjoy jetting off this summer onboard her aircraft.”

 

Olly Cat’s official spokesperson from Manchester Airport said: “Olly is probably the only cat in the world with her own plane named after her – she’s been on TV and in newspapers across the world, so naturally she is taking this latest accolade in her stride. Since she arrived at the airport as a stray in 2007 she has accomplished so much, but this probably tops the lot as she can now truly consider herself an international jet setter, all thanks to Tracy, bmibaby and her loyal fans that voted for her in the competition.”