KLM takes delivery of eco-friendly aircraft

KLM has taken delivery of a new Boeing 777-300 long-haul aircraft that is reportedly more environmentally friendly than its predecessors.

The plane is the first to leave the manufacturer's plant using a new form of paint that does not include chromate, a development that reduces the environmental impact of the painting and stripping processes.

KLM has ordered a total of seven Boeing 777-300 planes, which are considered the most fuel efficient and environmentally friendly in their class.

Commenting on the new paint being used by the aircraft manufacturer, Ype de Haan, KLM's vice-president of operations, said: "Developments such as these in the airline industry fit perfectly into KLM's policy.

"We aim to be the innovative market leader in environmental and climate care."

KLM's new addition to its fleet is also unusual as it features the silver and dark blue colour scheme of the SkyTeam airline alliance, to which the carrier belongs.

All SkyTeam members will be painting one per cent of their fleet in a silver and dark blue livery in anticipation of the tenth anniversary of the group in 2010.

The Amsterdam-based airline's new aircraft will operate its first commercial service, a flight to Nairobi, on August 28th.

Posted by Andrew, 26 August 2009 13:17

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