KLM Aircraft Collision at Schiphol Airport: No Injuries Reported
On February 22, 2026, two KLM Royal Dutch Airlines aircraft collided on the tarmac at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Fortunately, no injuries to passengers or crew were reported in the incident, which has been described as “very exceptional.”
Details of the Incident
The collision involved two KLM planes at Schiphol Airport. The exact circumstances leading to the incident are currently under investigation. Authorities have confirmed that despite the collision, no one on board either aircraft was harmed.
Schiphol Airport and KLM Operations
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol operates with a single terminal building, divided into eight concourses: B, C, D, E, F, G, H, and M. KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is a major carrier operating from Schiphol, serving numerous destinations worldwide. Passengers are advised to check the KLM website for the latest flight information, including check-in times and boarding procedures.
Check-in Procedures and Airport Services
Passengers flying with KLM from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport can check in at the departures hall in the main terminal building or utilize online check-in options to save time. KLM Crown Lounges are available at the airport for eligible passengers seeking a more relaxed pre-flight experience. Access to these lounges is granted to holders of KLM American Express Corporate Cards, Flying Blue Platinum and Gold members, Flying Blue Petroleum Club members, and other qualifying cardholders. More information on lounge access is available on the KLM website.
KLM Punctuality and Performance
Recent data indicates that KLM flights have an on-time performance rate of 76%, meaning 76% of flights arrived within 15 minutes of their scheduled time or earlier, based on data from November 19, 2025, to February 18, 2026. Information on flight punctuality and potential delays can be found on the Schiphol Airport website.
Codeshare Agreements
KLM operates some flights directly, while others are codeshare flights operated in partnership with other airlines, including Transavia.com, Delta Air Lines, Air France, Air Baltic, SAS Scandinavian Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Tarom, El Al Israel Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Croatia Airlines, Air Europa, AeroMexico, KM Malta Airlines, Kenya Airways, Saudia, China Airlines, Korean Air, Georgian Airways, Garuda Indonesia, Air Astana, and Air Serbia.