KLM, the Dutch-based airline, has unveiled today a new product across its entire long haul fleet – the Premium Economy Class. The launch at Schipol International Airport of KLM’s new product debuted with an eerie performance from a Dutch celebrity.
The new type of economy introduced by KLM features more legroom and twice the recline, being available on all long-haul routes.
Bram Graber, senior VP Air France KLM area Benelux, said in a statement KLM is still a two-class airline, but wanted to give economy passengers another option besides Business class.
“This new alternative reflects KLM’s pledge to fulfil the changing needs of its customers, one of which was the call for more comfort options in Economy Class,” he added.
A Economy Comfort seat will cost between €80 and €150 extra depending on the duration of the flight. The meals are the same for Upgraded Economy as they are for Regular Economy class.
The new Economy Comfort option is available across all 60 of KLM’s long-haul starting today to international destinations. To make room for this, several Economy seats were sacrificed, while Business Class seats remained the same.
Here is the Dutch celebrity illusionist Ramana, who took part at the ceremonies: