In anticipation of the year-end's blockbuster sequel The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, Air New Zealand revealed the gigantic image of the titular dragon on their Boeing 777-300ER!

Seeing a beastly side to this dragon (voiced by Benedict Cumberbatch), the detailed image is definitely one that will excite not only the fans, but passengers on board this one-of-a-kind plane.

See how the dragon was brought to 'life' in this video