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Dassault Falcon business jet descending at a steep angle toward a compact runway in bright daylight
Aviation Glossary

Steep Approach Jets: The Engineering Behind London City and Lugano Access

September 28, 2026

London City and Lugano demand descent angles nearly double the industry standard, and most business jets simply aren’t engineered for it. Here’s what steep approach certification actually requires, from reinforced landing gear to the simulator training that keeps crews current.

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Bombardier Global 8000 private jet descending on a steep approach over an urban waterfront
Aircraft Overview

How the Bombardier Global 8000 Cracked London’s Toughest Runway

September 19, 2026

The Bombardier Global 8000 just earned approval for London City Airport’s brutal 5.5-degree steep approach. Here’s the flight-control engineering that made it possible, and what it means for owners flying into London’s financial district.

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