KLM has announced the airline will recommence a daily service between Leeds Bradford and Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to 'assist with essential travel and repatriation'.

Linking Yorkshire to the capital city of the Netherlands, the route will be operated using an Embraer 190 aircraft, carrying 100 passengers, KLM said

Benedicte Duval, General Manager for UK & Ireland said, “As borders reopen and travel restrictions begin to ease, safety is a prerequisite for KLM as we gradually resume travel. After this challenging period, we are delighted to be able to welcome our Yorkshire based customers back onboard.

“As we all adapt to this new environment, I can assure you that all KLM staff, both on the ground and on board, are committed to guaranteeing our passengers the highest levels of health & safety."

Joanna Wild, Chief Commercial Officer for Leeds Bradford Airport, said: “We’re extremely pleased to be supporting KLM in recommencing its flights to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport next month. This is an important and popular route for LBA, as passengers are able to access 165 KLM destinations worldwide via Amsterdam.

“We’re looking forward to welcoming travellers and holidaymakers at our airport in the coming months, and we’re working closely with KLM, as well as other industry partners, to ensure the wellbeing of all staff and passengers.”

Since the Covid-19 outbreak began, KLM has introduced many measures around screening and hygiene to protect customers and staff, both on board and at airports.

KLM's policy is based on national (RIVM) and international (WHO, IATA) guidelines, and complies with international law and regulations, the airline said.

Since 11th May, face masks are compulsory on board and during boarding.

Passengers are responsible for providing their own face masks.

This is in addition to a range of health & safety measures implemented by KLM and Leeds Bradford Airport in response to the COVID-19 health crisis.

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