About KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, often simply referred to as KLM, is the flag carrier of the Netherlands and holds the distinction of being the oldest operating airline still using its original name, founded on October 7, 1919, by Albert Plesman. Its inaugural flight took place on May 17, 1920, connecting London and Amsterdam. KLM's headquarters are located in Amstelveen, and its primary operational hub is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). The airline also leverages secondary hubs such as Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport through its partnerships.
The airline operates an extensive route network, offering scheduled passenger and cargo services to over 145 to 165 destinations across Europe, Asia, Africa, North America, Central and South America, and the Middle East. KLM's fleet, as of early 2025, comprises around 189 aircraft, including wide-body, narrow-body, and regional jets. The long-haul fleet primarily consists of Airbus A330, Boeing 777, and Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, while the narrow-body fleet is transitioning from Boeing 737 Next Generation to Airbus A320neo family aircraft. Its regional flights are operated by the subsidiary KLM Cityhopper, utilizing Embraer E175, E190, and E195-E2 jets. In September 2023, the Air France-KLM group announced an order for 50 Airbus A350 aircraft to modernize its long-haul fleet.
KLM is a proud and founding member of the SkyTeam Alliance, which it joined on September 13, 2004. This alliance membership allows KLM to offer an expanded network and improved services through shared lounges and reward programs. For passengers, KLM offers distinct cabin classes: World Business Class features fully lie-flat seats for long-haul flights; Premium Comfort Class provides an enhanced experience with more spacious seating in a dedicated cabin; Economy Comfort offers extra legroom within the Economy cabin; and Economy Class provides standard seating. The airline also provides in-flight entertainment, a variety of meal options, and a frequent-flyer program known as Flying Blue.
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