London City Airport (LCY) has submitted a request to the United Kingdom's Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) for approval to operate Airbus A320neo aircraft. This initiative aims to expand destination options and improve the airport's operational efficiency.
The request includes the implementation of a new flight procedure called RNP AR (Required Navigation Performance – Authorization Required), which would adjust the approach angle for the A320neo at both runway thresholds. Currently, limitations on the approach angle restrict the types of aircraft that can operate at LCY, requiring certification for steep approaches.
In August 2024, the UK government approved LCY's plans to increase its annual passenger cap from 6.5 million to 9 million by 2031, without increasing the number of permitted flights or adding new infrastructure. The introduction of the A320neo would allow the airport to achieve this capacity with fewer flight movements, stimulate economic growth, and maintain operational efficiency, while incorporating cleaner and quieter aircraft.
The A320neo, depending on its configuration, can carry over 180 passengers and has a range of more than 1,000 km, covering much of continental Europe. Its inclusion is seen as key to expanding leisure route offerings from LCY.
Alison FitzGerald, CEO of London City Airport, stated: "The potential introduction of the A320neo at London City Airport is incredibly exciting. It would expand the range of leisure destinations for our passengers, enable growth without increasing the number of flight movements, drive much-needed economic growth, and accelerate the renewal of fleets toward cleaner and quieter next-generation aircraft."
The CAA's decision will be crucial for the future development and expansion of operations at London City Airport. The introduction of the A320neo could represent a milestone in the city's air connectivity, offering more options to passengers and boosting the region's economic growth.
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