KLM Airlines is the royal Dutch airlines and is the national carrier of Netherlands. It is the oldest airlines in the world. KLM came in contact with Air France in 2004, since then the partnership is serving over 32000 strong workforces.
After collaboration with Air France airlines the KLM airlines set their benchmark in the world class services at the satisfactory and pocket friendly fares. KLM also have the association with the Northwest Airlines which is the part of Delta Airlines currently. KLM Airlines also provides its best services to the U.S.A. The Dutch airlines are currently serving over 69 countries and 133 destination on 5 continents.
About the aircraft and Fleet of KLM Airlines
KLM Airlines is currently serving with 100 aircraft in its fleet. Following are the details about the aircraft and flights associated with the airlines.
S.No | Aircraft Version | Number of aircraft |
1 | Airbus A330-200 | 9 |
2 | Airbus A330-300 | 5 |
3 | Boeing 777-200 | 15 |
4 | Boeing 777-300 | 10 |
5 | Boeing 747-400 | 25 |
6 | Boeing 737-700 | 18 |
7 | Boeing 737-800 | 25 |
8 | Boeing 737-900 | 5 |
9 | Boeing 787-900 | 2 |
Areas and Destinations served by KLM Airlines
The first destination to be served by the KLM Airlines was from Amsterdam to London. Currently, the airline provides its services to over 69 countries and fly over 133 destinations globally. From April 2016, the airlines also added Valencia and an Italian city in its serving list.
Travel Class in KLM Airlines
The KLM Airlines providing 3 travel classes to their passengers which consists of the following:
The World Business Class of KLM Airlines is having the lineup of world class services including the spacious aisle which is 207 cm long. Seats are well comfortable with 180 degree movement access. Extra Baggage allowance and all the luxurious services are provided to the Passengers travelling with World Business Class.
During the short hoists, European Business Class passengers will be offered an extra legroom and more comfort and stretch in the seats. The seats are also loaded with power services and massage pointers for reliving stress and muscle tension. The passengers will be served with in-flight meals which includes delicious cold meals, desserts, hors-d’oeuvre, organic yogurts and more. This service will be offered during the journey to European destination having the time span less than 120 minutes. For the journeys which are over 2 hours or 120 minutes, the passengers will be served with 2 hot meals. For the long journeys 3 meals will be served.
The seats are well designed by kweeping in mind the comfort level of the passengers. Moreover, a pillow and blanked will be served to make your travel comfy. Passengers during their long hoists can also enjoy the ample leg space and better neck support along with power infused headrest.
Other Services provided by KLM Airlines
Other in-flight services provided by KLM Airlines include the entertainment stuff as the passengers can enjoy numerous movies on-board. Language options will be also available.
Meals and dining services
S.No | Meals and dining for travel class | services |
1
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Economy class |
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2 |
Business Class |
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3 | Special or on-order meal |
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4 |
Vegetarian Meals |
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5 |
Children’s Meal |
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Infant Services and Seat System
Children having 2 years of age or less are no need to have their own seat. They can travel on their parent or guardian’s lap.
Only a single lap child is allowed with the single adult.
In case of 2 infants having the age under 2 years of age then you have to purchase a seat for the additional infant.
Baby carrier should not exceeds the limit of 65 cm height and 22lb in terms of weight during travelling on intercontinental flights.
You have to purchase the ticket for the infant having more than two years of age.
Pet service at KLM Airlines
Passengers travelling with their pets are permitted to travel in the Passenger cabin.
Baggage will be checked in a temperature controlled area.
The weight of the pet must not more than 165lbs.
The pet carrier must be atleast 292 cm in terms of length, width and height.
The pet carrier must be able to be fit under the seat.
KLM Baggage Policy and protocols
S.No | Baggage Type | Permitted no of bags | Protocols and Rules |
1 | Carry-on Baggage(Economy) | 1 carry-on bag with 1 personal item | The limit of the baggage should not exceeds 26lbs weight and dimensions 55cm x 25cm x 35cm in terms of length, width and height. |
2 | Carry-on Baggage (business) | 2 carry on with 1 personal item | The maximum baggage limit should not cross 40lbs and dimensions 55cm x 25cm x 35cm and 45cm x 20cm x 35cm for small bags. |
3 | Checked Baggage(Economy) | 1 | The baggage must not over limit 50.5 lbs |
4 | Checked Baggage(Business) | 2 | The weight should not exceeds the limit of 70.5lbs. |
5 | Sports Equipment | Checked Sports equipment include surfboards and bicycles are permitted with fixed handling fee charge. | |
6 | Excess and over Baggage policy | In case of extra baggage you will be charged with the additional applicable fee. The passengers will get 20% discount in the original fee during advance online booking. |
Additional KLM Rules
The KLM Airlines Baggage Policy includes the one bag baggage limit of 23kgs for the Economy Class Passengers. The passengers are permitted to carry 2 pieces of Check-in baggage if they are travelling to the Caribbean, Indian Ocean or any other destination or place.