KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is now offering Viasat’s high-speed inflight connectivity service to passengers on two Boeing 737-800s and will fit another 16 737-800s with the system by the end of the year. The installs are part a larger agreement with Viasat that will also see 21 of KLM’s Embraer E-195 twinjets equipped in time.
Installing a broadband IFC system onto any aircraft is always a notable occurrence. After all, onboard Internet is considered a key amenity for modern travelers. But installing a system amid a global pandemic and factoring in lockdowns, travel restrictions and the winter holidays can add material complexity to the equation.
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By Pilar Wolfsteller2021-02-23T19:36:00+00:00
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has taken delivery of its first Embraer 195-E2 jet for its Cityhopper subsidiary, via lessor ICBC Aviation Leasing, as the carrier continues its fleet renewal with more efficient regional aircraft.
The airline is taking a total of 25 of the E2s, up from 21 previously, leased from ICBC (10) and Aircastle (15), with KLM recently exercising four of 14 options. The four aircraft will come from Aircastle’s exisitng orderbook, the Brazilian airframer said on 23 February.
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KLM Cityhopper took delivery of its first E195-E2 jet on 23 February 2021
“The new E2 is really going to make a difference,” says Warner Rootliep, managing director of KLM Cityhopper. “The addition of the E195-E2 to our fleet is a vital part of our plan to reduce our carbon footprint at least 50% per [passenger-kilometre] by 2030.”