First KLM Cityhopper Embraer 195-E2 touches down at Schiphol


The to start with Embraer 195-E2 from Brazil arrived at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol this afternoon. The new aircraft type is equally quieter and much more economical than its predecessor the Embraer 190. The 195-E2 employs 9{2e54b6599e2852fcddcb96c51aef71201c0435684ebd8fbda55b4c693aab2644} much less gas for each flight and therefore emits 31{2e54b6599e2852fcddcb96c51aef71201c0435684ebd8fbda55b4c693aab2644} considerably less CO2 for each passenger in comparison with the E-190. This new variety is also 63{2e54b6599e2852fcddcb96c51aef71201c0435684ebd8fbda55b4c693aab2644} quieter than the Embraer 190. Fleet renewal varieties an vital component of KLMs strategy to generating its functions more sustainable. 7 new aircraft of this kind will be becoming a member of the KLM Cityhopper fleet this calendar year. KLM has requested a overall of 25.


The latest addition to the fleet will be taken into procedure for places in the European community. The plane can carry 132 passengers, earning it the most significant in the KLM Cityhopper fleet, which now is composed of 32 Embraer 190s and 17 Embraer 175s. In addition to remarkably tiny sound in the cabin, passengers get to appreciate the distinctive mood lighting, ergonomically built seats, extra legroom, USB connections and even bigger baggage bins.


Warner Rootliep, Controlling Director KLM Cityhopper: Not only is the 195-E2 an economically eye-catching plane, it also matches flawlessly in just our Fly Responsibly sustainability approach. This will empower KLM to make its possess operations and the sector as a whole additional sustainable. Now, additional than ever ahead of, were dedicated to cutting down the affect we have on our environment and our ecological footprint. At present, fleet renewal can make the greatest contribution in the direction of cutting down CO2 emissions.


Europes most significant Embraer fleet


The new aircraft will be taken into operation on 1 March, operating its to start with flight to Warsaw. Right before commencement of the summer time program, KLM Cityhopper will acquire 4 new 195-E2s into procedure.


Were extremely happy that with KLC, weve been capable to make such a big contribution towards creating KLMs European community in latest decades. The far more successful, sustainable and comfy 195-E2 serves to fortify our competitive place, provides Warner.


As of today, KLM Cityhoppers fleet is made up of 50 plane. This helps make KLMs Embraer fleet the major in Europe. Another six aircraft will adhere to this yr, with the remaining 18 getting shipped in the years ahead. KLM also has an selection on a even more 10 195-E2s.
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