KLM's new fuel-efficient Airbus A321neo will fly to Paris, Prague, and Vienna
KLM is set to enhance its European fleet with the Airbus A321neo, a fuel-efficient aircraft that will service routes to Paris, Prague, and Vienna. The A321neo offers significant reductions in fuel consumption and emissions, marking a major step towards sustainable aviation.
This summer, KLM will welcome its first Airbus A321neo, registered as PH-AXA, into its fleet. This advanced, fuel-efficient aircraft will initially serve routes from Amsterdam to Paris, Prague, and Vienna. Known for its operational efficiency, the A321neo will also fly to Berlin, Copenhagen, and Stockholm Arlanda, with the inaugural flight set for these destinations.
Sustainability efforts
Scheduled to debut on October 24, the A321neo will operate flights KL1401/KL1402 and KL1411/KL1412 between Schiphol and Paris Charles de Gaulle. This aircraft represents a significant advancement in KLM’s sustainability efforts, thanks to its cutting-edge design and fuel-efficient technology.
The A321neo incorporates several environmental innovations. Its new-generation engines consume up to 20% less fuel compared to older models, directly translating to a 20% reduction in CO2 emissions, a crucial factor in combating climate change. Additionally, the aircraft boasts a 50% reduction in nitrogen oxide emissions and a 50% decrease in noise pollution due to its quieter engine design.
100% SAF
Furthermore, the A321neo is designed for future compatibility with Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). Airbus has already conducted successful test flights using 100% SAF, underscoring the potential for even greater sustainability.
Marjan Rintel, CEO of KLM, highlighted the significance of this aircraft's arrival, noting that it marks a substantial upgrade to the European fleet. The A321neo is not only quieter but also emits 15% fewer carbon emissions than the aircraft it replaces, representing a crucial step towards more sustainable, quieter, and fuel-efficient aviation.
