KLM Increases Osaka Capacity With Boeing 777-300ER Swap
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is shaking up its Amsterdam–Osaka route, temporarily swapping the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner for a higher-capacity Boeing 777-300ER to capture a seasonal surge in demand.
Airbus | Delivery | Fleet | Rolls Royce
KLM’s First Airbus A350 Completes Test Flights
KLM‘s introduction of its first Airbus A350 is now imminent as the aircraft successfully completed two critical test flights, signaling the final phase before delivery and entry into commercial service.
Airbus | Airlines | Boeing | Corporation | Governments
KLM and Ministry of Defence Further Strengthen Cooperation
KLM and the Dutch Ministry of Defence are deepening their strategic partnership, raising prospects for more seamless integration between civil and military aviation operations in the Netherlands.
Mathieu Essenberg Appointed Chief Operating Officer Of KLM
KLM has appointed Mathieu Essenberg as its new Chief Operating Officer, marking a significant leadership transition at the heart of the Dutch flag carrier’s operational strategy.
KLM Half Year Results Improved But Not Sufficient For The Long Term
KLM has posted improved half-year financial results, signaling incremental performance gains, yet management cautions these results are still insufficient to secure the airline’s long-term viability amid evolving market and operational challenges.
KLM and Gategroup Complete Acquisition of KLM Catering Services
KLM and gategroup have finalized their acquisition agreement for KLM Catering Services, marking a significant step in the airline catering and services sector as competitive pressures and demand for operational efficiency continue to reshape the industry.
Mathieu Essenberg Nominated as Chief Operating Officer of KLM
KLM has announced the nomination of Mathieu Essenberg as its new Chief Operating Officer, pending the usual consultation procedures and regulatory approvals. The move signals a renewed focus on strengthening operational leadership at the Dutch flag carrier as the airline continues to navigate evolving post-pandemic challenges and adapt its network for future growth.
Airlines | Flag Carrier | Strike | Union
KLM Ground Staff To Strike At Schiphol On September 10
KLM ground staff at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport will stage a two-hour strike on September 10, 2025, in protest against what unions describe as an inadequate labor agreement. The strike is scheduled to take place between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m., with potential impacts on airport operations.
Heathrow Slot Prices Reach Record $75 Million
London Heathrow Airport has reached new heights in slot valuation, with recent transactions pushing prices as high as $75 million for coveted takeoff and landing rights. The airport’s significance as one of the world’s busiest hubs, coupled with its constrained capacity, has turned slots into highly prized strategic assets for airlines seeking to expand or maintain their presence…
KLM to Resume Tel Aviv Flights with Stopover in Larnaca
KLM has confirmed it will resume flights between Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and Tel Aviv Ben Gurion (TLV)starting September 28, 2025, marking a cautious return to the Israeli market after operations were suspended due to regional instability.