KLM stands for Koninklijke Luchtvaart Maatschappij N.V., which translates to "Royal Aviation Company".
KLM Explained
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, is the flag carrier of the Netherlands and is commonly known simply as KLM. It is an abbreviation of its official Dutch name.
Breakdown of the Name
- Koninklijke: Royal
- Luchtvaart: Aviation
- Maatschappij: Company
- N.V.: Naamloze Vennootschap (Dutch term for public limited company)
Key Takeaway
In short, KLM is an acronym for the Dutch phrase that translates to Royal Aviation Company, and it is used as the name for the Royal Dutch Airlines.
