<![CDATA[KLM Newsroom]]> https://news.klm.com/ en Tue, 08 Sep 2026 08:36:21 +0200 Thu, 02 Oct 2025 09:33:09 +0200 <![CDATA[KLM Newsroom]]> https://content.presspage.com/clients/150_162.jpg https://news.klm.com/ 144 KLM Cityhopper Welcomes 25th Embraer 195-E2 https://news.klm.com/klm-cityhopper-welcomes-25th-embraer-195-e2/ https://news.klm.com/klm-cityhopper-welcomes-25th-embraer-195-e2/723816Following a successful test flight and final inspection at aircraft manufacturer Embraer in Brazil, the 25th Embraer 195-E2 has arrived at Schiphol Airport. This marks a significant milestone in KLM Cityhopper’s ongoing renewal of its European fleet.

]]>Maarten Koopmans, Managing Director of KLM Cityhopper: “This aircraft truly represents the flagship of our KLM Cityhopper fleet. It consumes less fuel and is considerably quieter than its predecessor. In addition, ergonomically designed seats, increased legroom, USB ports, and larger overhead bins offer our passengers enhanced comfort. Fleet renewal remains a key priority, and we’re already looking forward to the next steps.”

Quieter and More Efficient
The Embraer 195-E2 uses 15% less fuel per flight and emits 34% less CO₂ per passenger compared to its smaller predecessor, the Embraer 190. It is also 63% quieter, helping to reduce noise pollution around airports. With a capacity of 136 passengers, the 195-E2 is the largest aircraft in the KLM Cityhopper fleet. KLM Cityhopper now operates 61 aircraft, serving 80 European destinations. The newest addition will begin service at the end of September.

Fleet Renewal
KLM is investing seven billion euros in fleet renewal over the coming years. For European routes, this includes not only the Embraer 195-E2 operated by KLM Cityhopper, but also Airbus A320neo and A321neo aircraft, ten of which have already been delivered. For intercontinental flights, KLM has recently added new Boeing 787s to its fleet. The first Airbus A350 is expected in 2026, followed by the introduction of A350F freighters in 2027. These aircraft will also significantly contribute to reducing emissions and noise levels.

]]> Wed, 01 Oct 2025 16:44:13 +0200 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/162/9d0f4852-897e-4d2e-b149-02f067acd0c8/500_25steembraer195e2.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/162/9d0f4852-897e-4d2e-b149-02f067acd0c8/25steembraer195e2.jpg?10000 KLM's first Airbus A321neo flight is a fact https://news.klm.com/klms-first-airbus-a321neo-flight-is-a-fact/ https://news.klm.com/klms-first-airbus-a321neo-flight-is-a-fact/658418Today is a special day for KLM, with the first official flight of the brand-new Airbus A321neo. Early in the morning, the first luggage containers were loaded, the crew boarded, and the passengers checked in. The first flights are headed to Copenhagen, Berlin, and Stockholm.

]]>The arrival of this new aircraft is an important step in the large-scale fleet renewal through which KLM is giving a new impetus to cleaner, quieter, and more fuel-efficient flying. The A321neo will fly to Copenhagen, Berlin, and Stockholm starting today. Later this year, Paris, Prague, and Vienna will be added to the destinations. KLM will add three more new A321neo aircraft to the fleet this year.

]]> Mon, 16 Sep 2024 14:15:07 +0200 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/162/208f5097-69d0-4396-97fe-301e4706c5dd/500_jasonvermeulen-klm.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/162/208f5097-69d0-4396-97fe-301e4706c5dd/jasonvermeulen-klm.jpg?10000 KLM reveals new A321neo livery https://news.klm.com/klm-reveals-new-a321neo-livery/ https://news.klm.com/klm-reveals-new-a321neo-livery/620527KLM will take delivery of its new Airbus A321neo in just a few more months, with Copenhagen, Berlin and Stockholm recently announced as initial destinations. Today, KLM revealed further details about the new aircraft\'s livery and interior. The airline will commence operating the first of a total of around thirty A321neos in August.

]]>The new livery – the aircraft's exterior paint scheme – is both eye-catching and practical: the dark line separating KLM’s trademark blue and white swoops farther down, rendering the nosedome completely blue. This will ensure that, in the event of an emergency replacement, a new nosedome can be fitted without disrupting the signature blue markings. Another new standout feature is the black outline around the cockpit windows, making them look like sunglasses.

More comfort
Passengers will experience a greater level of comfort thanks to the A321neo’s wider seats, larger tray tables and spacious luggage bins. Each seat is equipped with a tablet holder and a USB port, and there is multi-coloured "mood lighting" that adjusts at every stage of the flight. Crew members will also have more room for manoeuvre thanks to the wider aisle and easy-to-reach overhead bins. The A321neo interior was meticulously designed to enhance the KLM experience, with additional blue detailing and special lighting at the entrance to ensure a warm welcome.

Cleaner, quieter, more fuel-efficient
Preparations for the introduction of the new aircraft are in full swing. KLM will debut Airbus321neo operations in August.

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