Summary The Airbus A321neo aircraft will modernize KLM's fleet of narrowbody aircraft. The aircraft will help KLM reduce fuel burn and carbon emissions by 20% and provide better economics. Passengers will enjoy a superior inflight experience since Airbus' Airspace Cabins are onboard the A321neo.
Dutch carrier KLM today took delivery of its first Airbus A321neo aircraft. Further deliveries of the aircraft type will help the airline modernize its narrowbody fleet and make KLM's operations greener and more economical. Apart from the advantages the aircraft type offers for the airline, passengers flying the aircraft will have a lot to look forward to as well, with newer and more comfortable cabins enhancing the onboard experience.
The new aircraft type KLM today received its first Airbus A321neo , and in keeping with its tradition, the airline has named this particular aircraft "Swallowtail". In fact, the carrier has already decided the names of the first four A321neo aircraft that will be delivered. KLM detailed that its employees chose the theme of the Airbus A321neo fleet, with the aircraft being named after butterflies.
The new aircraft type will play an integral role in the fleet modernization of the airline, as operating the A321neo will be more efficient in terms of fuel burn and, consequently, will reduce the operational economics of the aircraft. The aircraft type offers 20% lower fuel burn and carbon emissions when compared to previous-generation narrowbody aircraft. Mo.