The tragedy that was the Air France Flight 447 will always be a reason to mourn not only for people who have relatives in that flight from Brazil to Paris and who never made it to their destinations. It is also a reason to mourn especially for those who can identify with the victims. One such person is Mickael Pietrus of Orlando Magic who was known as Air France due to his play and nationality.

In honor of the memory of Air France Flight 447 and the 228 passengers on board Mickael Pietrus wore the Air France Flight 447 Nike Shoes during Game 1 of the NBA Finals. The Nike sneakers had AF 447 written in white on the black-colored sides.

While he is already a standout inside the court Mickael Pietrus he got more respect and admiration than he bargained for when people saw his tribute. Call it a marketing gimmick for the Air France Flight 447 Nike Shoes but it is a gallant move altogether.

The Air France Flight 447 Nike Shoes will be worn by Mickael Pietrus for the rest of the NBA finals so there’s still plenty of time for you to take a look at the shoes live.