Did You Know: KLM Operated Every Douglas Aircraft From The DC-2 To The DC-10
KLM is the only airline to have to operated all the Douglas Aircraft from the DC-2 onwards.
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KLM is the oldest operational airline in the world at 102 (though British Airways argues that its roots go back further). With a sky-blue livery, KLM acts as the flag carrier of the Netherlands, operating out of its base at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. KLM was a founding member of the SkyTeam alliance, and is part of the Air France-KLM Group. (Featured image: Vincenzo Pace - Simple Flying)
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- IATA/ICAO Code:
- KL/KLM
- Airline Type:
- Full Service Carrier
- Hub(s):
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
- Year Founded:
- 1919
- Alliance:
- SkyTeam
- Airline Group:
- Air France-KLM
- CEO:
- Marjan Rintel
- Country:
- Netherlands
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