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Air France is France’s flag carrier and a major global airline built around its hub at Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG), with additional operations at Paris-Orly and regional networks through HOP!. It’s also part of the wider Air France-KLM group (alongside KLM and other brands), which reports consolidated results and network performance.
This refreshed post focuses on the most useful, verifiable Air France statistics and facts for 2026—plus an answer box, a key metrics table, and FAQs. Older figures are preserved only when clearly labeled by year.
Air France (Quick Facts)
Air France carried 41 million passengers in 2024 and reported a fleet of 266 aircraft (Air France including HOP!) as of December 31, 2024. Air France lists 44,627+ employees (including 4,333 pilots) as of May 20, 2025. For financial context, the broader Air France-KLM group reported €31.459B revenue and €1.601B operating result in FY2024, then reported €33.0B revenue, a €2.0B operating result, and 102.8M passengers in FY2025.
Key Metrics Table: Air France at a Glance
| Metric | Stat | Year / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1933 | Flag carrier of France |
| Alliance | SkyTeam (founding member) | SkyTeam founded June 22, 2000 |
| Passengers transported | 41 million | Air France (2024) |
| Fleet size | 266 aircraft | Air France incl. HOP! (Dec. 31, 2024) |
| Employees | 44,627+ (4,333 pilots) | Air France key figures (updated May 20, 2025) |
| Air France Group revenue | €19.221B | FY2024 (Air France Group segment) |
| Air France Group operating result | €980M | FY2024 (Air France Group segment) |
| Air France-KLM revenue | €31.459B | FY2024 (Group consolidated) |
| Air France-KLM operating result | €1.601B | FY2024 (Group consolidated) |
What Is Air France?
Air France operates long-haul and short/medium-haul passenger services, cargo capacity (including belly cargo), and a major maintenance ecosystem through the broader group. The airline’s network is structured around its Paris hub system, connecting France to Europe, the Americas, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East.
Air France Operations: Passengers, Load Factor, Fleet
Passengers transported
Air France reports it transported 41 million passengers in 2024.
Fleet size
As of December 31, 2024, Air France lists 266 aircraft (Air France including HOP!). The same key-figures page also summarizes 2024 fleet renewal actions, including deliveries and retirements.
Staff and pilots
Air France reports 44,627+ employees, including 26,651 ground staff, 13,643 cabin crew, and 4,333 pilots (as of May 20, 2025).
Financial Context: Air France Group vs. Air France-KLM
Air France is part of Air France-KLM, so many widely cited financial results are reported at the group level. Below are clean, year-labeled anchors from official releases.
Air France-KLM (Group) results
| Year | Revenue | Operating result | Net income |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2024 | €31.459B | €1.601B | €489M |
| FY2025 | €33.0B | €2.0B | €1.75B (reported) |
Air France Group segment (inside Air France-KLM reporting)
In the FY2024 group results disclosure, the Air France Group segment reported:
- Revenue: €19.221B (FY2024)
- Operating result: €980M (FY2024)
SkyTeam: Alliance Membership
Air France is a founding member of the SkyTeam airline alliance, which was founded on June 22, 2000.
Air France Sustainability Targets (High-Level)
Air France’s published key figures highlight several long-term targets, including:
- -30% CO₂ emissions per passenger-kilometre by 2030 vs. 2019
- 10% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) incorporation by 2030
FAQ: Air France Facts & Stats
How many passengers does Air France carry?
Air France reports 41 million passengers transported in 2024.
How many aircraft does Air France have?
Air France lists 266 aircraft (including HOP!) as of December 31, 2024.
How many employees does Air France have?
Air France reports 44,627+ employees as of May 20, 2025.
Is Air France part of SkyTeam?
Yes. Air France is a founding member of SkyTeam (founded June 22, 2000).
What’s the difference between Air France and Air France-KLM?
Air France is the airline brand. Air France-KLM is the parent group that reports consolidated financial results across Air France, KLM, and other activities such as Transavia and Maintenance.
