National Aviation Market Profile
Netherlands Commercial Airline Fleet
In-depth fleet surveillance and commercial carrier market breakdown for Netherlands. Analyze operational fleet sizes, aircraft storage ratios, active airlines, and historical aviation lineages as of 2026-09-17.
Total Fleet: 280 Airframes Active in Service: 280 Stored / Parked: 0 Active Airlines: 8 Carriers Avg Fleet Age: 11.2 yrs
Netherlands Fleet Intelligence Summary
- Netherlands operates 280 observed commercial aircraft across 8 active airlines.
- Active flight rotation comprises 280 airframes, with 0 aircraft currently in storage or maintenance reserve.
- National commercial airline fleet maintains an average airframe age of 11.2 years.
- Historical lineage includes 7 defunct, merged, or predecessor commercial airlines.
Active Commercial Airlines in Netherlands
| Airline Name | IATA / ICAO | Total Fleet | Active | Stored | Avg Age | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KLM Royal Dutch Airlines | KL / KLM | 143 | 143 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
| KLM Cityhopper | WA / KLC | 66 | 66 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
| Transavia Holland | HV / TRA | 50 | 50 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
| Arkefly | OR / TFL | 14 | 14 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
| Denim Air | -- / DNM | 2 | 2 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
| Martinair | MP / MPH | 2 | 2 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
| Air Exel | XT / AXL | 0 | 0 | 0 | N/A | Fleet Profile → |
| Amsterdam Airlines | WD / AAN | 0 | 0 | 0 | N/A | Fleet Profile → |
Historical & Defunct Airlines of Netherlands
| Airline Name | IATA / ICAO | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Netherlands Air Force | -- / NAF | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| Air Charters Eelde | -- / RCC | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| Air Service Groningen | -- / DEG | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| Air Transport Schiphol | -- / ATQ | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| BASE Regional Airlines | -- / BRO | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| Bright Air | -- / BHT | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| Caribbean Air Transport | -- / CLT | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
Frequently Asked Questions About Netherlands Aviation
How many commercial airliners are registered or operated in Netherlands?
As of Thursday, September 17, 2026, our telemetry tracks 280 commercial airframes associated with carriers based in Netherlands, with 280 active in scheduled flight service.
Which airlines are the largest operators in Netherlands?
The largest commercial operators in Netherlands include KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (143 aircraft), KLM Cityhopper (66 aircraft), Transavia Holland (50 aircraft).
What is the average age of commercial aircraft in Netherlands?
The fleet-wide average airframe age for active commercial airlines in Netherlands is 11.2 years.