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World’s Oldest Airline KLM Celebrates Its 106th Anniversary
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (Koninklijke Luchtvaart Maatschappij), the world’s oldest airline still operating under its original name, is celebrating its 106th anniversary. Founded in 1919, KLM holds the distinction of being the oldest airline to have continuously operated without a name change since its establishment. The Dutch carrier operated its first flight in May 1920, flying from London to Amsterdam…
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KLM, Commissions the First Airbus A350 Simulator in the Netherlands
In preparation for the arrival of its Airbus A350 aircraft in 2026, KLM has introduced the first A350 flight simulator in the Netherlands, located at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. The new simulator will allow pilots to experience the A350’s advanced cockpit systems and flight dynamics in a highly realistic environment. Manufactured by Canadian company CAE, the device was installed at the…
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KLM Airlines Ground Staff to Strike at Schiphol
KLM ground staff will stage a two-hour strike at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport on September 10. The walkout is scheduled to take place between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Employees argue that the recently signed collective labor agreement is insufficient. The deal includes a 2.25% pay raise, a one-time €750 payment, and an expanded early retirement scheme, but unions FNV and…
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Heathrow Slot Prices Break Records: Reaching Up to $75 Million
London Heathrow Airport has become one of the most critical hubs in global aviation, driven by rising passenger traffic and limited capacity. With slots nearly fully allocated, takeoff and landing rights at the airport have turned into a strategic asset. In recent years, some morning slots have been sold for as much as $75 million in transfer deals. Capacity at…
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IndiGo, Delta, AF-KLM, Virgin Announce India-Centric Partnership
The airline group signed a Memorandum of Understanding with plans to build an industry-leading partnership between North America, the U.K., Europe, India and beyond. Delhi, India, June 1, 2025: IndiGo, Delta Air Lines, Air France-KLM and Virgin Atlantic today announced plans to build an industry-leading partnership connecting India with Europe and North America, with ambitions to grow to a global…
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Airlines with the Largest Widebody Aircraft Orders in the World
Widebody aircraft orders are increasing globally. Among the two major manufacturers, the top 5 widebody models with the most outstanding orders are: 🇺🇸 1. Boeing 787-9 — 634 units🇪🇺 2. Airbus A350-900 — 442 units🇺🇸 3. Boeing 777-9X — 419 units🇪🇺 4. Airbus A350-1000 — 231 units🇪🇺 5. Airbus A330-900neo — 222 units The airlines with the highest number of…
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Delta and Korean Air Join WestJet; Air France-KLM Follows
Delta and Korean Air Become WestJet Shareholders, Air France-KLM Joins the Deal Delta Air Lines and Korean Air have acquired a combined 25% stake in Canadian carrier WestJet, officially joining the airline’s shareholder structure. Delta invested $330 million for a 15% stake, while Korean Air contributed $220 million for a 10% stake. The shares will be purchased from WestJet’s parent…
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KLM Cancels Flights Due to Boeing 787 Maintenance Issues
KLM has announced that it will cancel numerous flights in the coming weeks after identifying urgent maintenance needs on several Boeing 787 aircraft. The airline stated that the number of daily cancellations may vary and exact figures have yet to be finalized. The decision follows the discovery of incorrect maintenance procedures on seven of its Boeing 787s. In response, KLM…
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