On Friday, Dec. 27, NBC’s TODAY Show aired an exclusive feature on the Goodyear Blimp, serving as the first national broadcast announcing that the Goodyear Blimp will celebrate its 100^th anniversary in 2025. The segment also highlights unique moments throughout Goodyear’s 100-year history, with perspectives from past and present pilots, Goodyear’s CEO and President Mark Stewart and other fans of the Goodyear Blimp.

Celebrating 100 Years

Goodyear has been experimenting with lighter than aircraft since as early as 1910. Starting with the blimp Pilgrim in 1925, the Goodyear Blimps have served as a public relations vehicle to drive brand awareness for the company and delight fans in communities across the country. Today, the Goodyear Blimp remains as one of the most lasting and iconic corporate brand assets in the world.

The company will celebrate this significant milestone with a  year-long campaign designed to engage Goodyear associates, customers and blimp fans around the world. Stay up to date on the latest celebratory activities and Goodyear Blimp news by following @GoodyearBlimp on social media and visiting GoodyearBlimp.com.

The full TODAY Show segment can be found here.