KLM to Debut A321neo Aircraft Operations in August

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will take delivery of its new Airbus A321neo in just a few more months, with Copenhagen, Berlin and Stockholm announced as initial destinations.

According to a company announcement, the Dutch airline will commence operating the first of a total of around thirty A321neos in August.

“The arrival of the A321neo marks a major upgrade of our European fleet. It is 50 percent quieter and generates 15 percent fewer carbon emissions than the aircraft it is replacing, making this an important step towards cleaner, quieter and more fuel-efficient aviation,” said KLM CEO Marjan Rintel.

KLM reveals new A321neo livery

The news comes as KLM revealed its new “eye-catching” A321neo livery.

KLM’s new A321neo aircraft.

The exterior paint scheme on the aircraft shows the dark line separating KLM’s trademark blue and white swooping 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,” the announcement said.

Another new standout feature is the black outline around the cockpit windows, making them look like sunglasses.

More comfort on board

Moreover, the new aircraft will provide more comfort to its passengers with its 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-colored “mood lighting” that adjusts at every stage of the flight.

The wider aisle and easily accessible overhead bins will also provide crew members with more room to move around.

According to KLM, the A321neo interior was meticulously designed to enhance the in board experience, with additional blue detailing and special lighting at the entrance to ensure a warm welcome.