KLM introduces Whatsapp 'family updates' of flight status

Dutch carrier KLM Monday said it has launched a Whatsapp service family updates for its customers and inner circle, which will provide an update of flight status.

After booking a flight on the airline's website customers can opt-in to receive their booking confirmation and flight status updates via WhatsApp.

KLM passengers who receive their boarding pass via WhatsApp will get an invite to use this latest KLM WhatsApp service, free of charge, the airline said adding KLM will then send a message to the friends and family of participating passengers as soon as the flight has departed.

Immediately after landing or if the flight is delayed, even before the passenger has Wi-Fi or data roaming, the home front will receive a notification.