In 2024, Amsterdam Schiphol Airport will have room for 483,000 flights. The airport is planning to provide capacity for 293,000 flights between March 31 and October 26 2024, on the condition that peak times are relieved. Schiphol had previously announced for than 280,000 flights.
“More flights are now possible, but this is only safe and responsible provided we reduce pressure on certain peak hours,” said Royal Schiphol Group executive director of operations Patricia Vitalis. “The busy peak times require a major effort from the entire aviation sector and the involved government partners. In order to offer travellers a pleasant and safe journey, we really need each other at the airport.”
KLM said in a press release that the changes “will make it possible for KLM to continue its recovery after the extremely difficult period during the pandemic.” KLM added that they will have three months instead of the usual six to make arrangements for stable and predictable operations for the number of flights it has been allocated.