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KLM

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)

KLM Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner PH-BHP (2)
KLM

IATA/ICAO Code
KL/KLM
Airline Type
Full Service Carrier
Year Founded
1919
Alliance
SkyTeam
Airline Group
Air France-KLM
CEO
Marjan Rintel
Country
Netherlands

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