London City's 4,948-foot runway and 5.5° steep approach put it out of reach for the Bombardier Global 7500. Aircraft this size are not steep-approach certified for LCY and need more runway than it offers — they use Farnborough (FAB), Luton (LTN), or Biggin Hill (BQH).
London City at a Glance
| London City (EGLC/LCY) | Detail |
|---|---|
| Runway length | 4,948 ft |
| Field elevation | 19 ft |
| Key limit | 4,948 ft runway · 5.5° steep approach (special certification required) |
How the Bombardier Global 7500 Measures Up
| Bombardier Global 7500 | Spec |
|---|---|
| Class | ultra-long-range jet |
| Wingspan | ~104 ft |
| Max takeoff weight | 114,850 lb (~52 t) |
In short, the Bombardier Global 7500 does not meet London City's requirements for a direct arrival. The Jet Finder can arrange the right routing — a suitable aircraft, or a nearby gateway with a transfer.
Comparing options? See the Aircraft Capability hub, the London City airport guide, or the Bombardier Global 7500 specifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. London City's 4,948-foot runway and 5.5° steep approach put it out of reach for the Bombardier Global 7500. Aircraft this size are not steep-approach certified for LCY and need more runway than it offers — they use Farnborough (FAB), Luton (LTN), or Biggin Hill (BQH).
London City Airport (EGLC/LCY): 4,948 ft runway · 5.5° steep approach (special certification required). Final dispatch performance is always calculated by the operating crew for the specific flight.
LCY combines a short 4,948-foot runway with a 5.5° steep approach (versus the usual ~3°), so only short-field aircraft with steep-approach-certified crews and equipment may operate there.
London City suits aircraft that meet its steep-approach and short-runway requirements — see The Jet Finder's Aircraft Capability hub for specific aircraft.
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