en.Wedoany.com Reported - The first Airbus A350-900 aircraft for KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has officially entered the assembly phase at the final assembly line in Toulouse, France. As the lead model in the airline's €7 billion fleet renewal program, this aircraft is scheduled for delivery in the summer of 2026.

This A350-900 is the first of KLM's order for 22 aircraft of this model. With the start of final assembly, the project has moved from the component manufacturing stage to the main structural integration stage. Upon delivery, the first aircraft will directly replace existing Boeing 777-200ER and A330 twin-aisle aircraft, prioritizing deployment on long-haul routes such as Toronto to Dar es Salaam. MSN809 has already completed the assembly of its main fuselage structure, and will subsequently undergo cabin interior installation, system testing, and the application of its signature blue livery.

Configured for long-haul flights, this A350-900 features a four-class layout with 331 seats, including 34 full-flat business class seats, 26 Premium Comfort seats, and 271 economy class seats. The hardware has been simultaneously upgraded, with all cabins equipped with 4K Ultra HD touchscreens and USB-C ports, and the introduction of electronic window dimming functionality. Compared to the older aircraft it replaces, the A350's carbon composite structure reduces fuel consumption by 25% and operational noise by 40%.

In preparation for the new aircraft, KLM has been training pilots using a dedicated A350-900 flight simulator since October 2025. The fleet transformation also includes the procurement of 28 Boeing 787s for medium to long-haul routes, as well as the operation of Embraer E195-E2 and Airbus A321neo aircraft.

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