Aircraft
EASA Clears Gulfstream G650 for Steep-approach Airports
The Gulfstream G650 business jet will now be able to operate at airports such as London City.
Photo: David McIntosh
Photo: David McIntosh

EASA has approved Gulfstream’s G650 and G650ER business jets for 6-degree steep approach operations at European airports. Announcing the clearance on Tuesday, the U.S. manufacturer said the long-range, large-cabin aircraft can now fly into popular private aviation gateways such as London City Airport, with its 5.5-degree approach and 4,327-foot runway.