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FlightGlobal • David Kaminski-Morrow

London City proposes 4.49° glideslope to enable A320neo operations and back 9M passenger plan

London City Airport has launched a consultation proposing to reduce its glideslope from 5.5° to 4.49° at both runway ends, a change the operator says would allow A320neo and other larger, fuel‑efficient types if approved from 21 January. The adjustment aims to cut noise and improve arrival efficiency.

Airline Economics • Calum Wilson

London City opens consultation on new shallower A320neo approach to cut noise and improve efficiency

Regional Gateway • Grace Hardy

London City Airport enters consultation phase for A320neo plans

Also: International Airport Review, enginecowl.com and airlinergs.com

2026-03-02T06:14:29.411317-08:00

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AeroTime • Miquel Ros

AURA AERO wins first firm order from French executive jet operator for ERA hybrid airliner

By AeroTime: AURA AERO has received the first firm order for its future ERA hybrid airliner from a French executive jet operator.

Aviation24

Pan Européenne Air Service named launch customer for AURA AERO’s 19‑seat hybrid‑electric ERA

Airline Economics

Pan Europeenne places first firm order for Aura Aero’s 19-seat hybrid-electric ERA regional aircraft

Also: Urban Air Mobility News and airlinergs.com

2026-03-02T06:12:22.338042-08:00

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AINonline • Kerry Lynch

FAA Grounds 650 Aircraft After SACI Trust Fails U.S. Citizenship Requirements

By AINonline: Some 650 aircraft were grounded when the FAA found that the SACI trust didn't meet citizenship requirements.

Also: NBAA

2026-03-02T05:22:28.002323-08:00

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Brazil's Embraer cheers US return to zero tariff, predicts growth

By Reuters: Brazilian planemaker Embraer expects "substantial growth" supported by the United States' return to a zero tariff policy, CEO Francisco Gomes Neto said on Monday.

Also: CAPA

2026-03-02T06:46:56.935859-08:00

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Paddle Your Own Kanoo • Mateusz Maszczynski

American Airlines faces severe catering disruptions at London Heathrow; passengers bringing their own food

By Paddle Your Own Kanoo: American Airlines is facing significant catering issues on flights from London Heathrow, prompting travelers to bring their own food.

2026-03-02T06:12:26.358932-08:00

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FlightGlobal • Dominic Perry

Leonardo evaluates AW139 'evolution' (MkII) but stops short of official launch

By FlightGlobal: Leonardo Helicopters has confirmed it is evaluating an "evolution" of its best-selling AW139 intermediate-twin but is not yet ready to officially launch the long-speculated MkII ugrade programme.

2026-03-02T07:14:35.591844-08:00

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rotorhub.com • Grace Hardy

Helicopter leasing company launches born from LCI and Macquarie

By rotorhub.com: Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Company Helicopters has launched today with headquarters in Dublin and officers across Ireland, London, and Singapore.

Vertical Mag

SMFL Helicopters launched with mission to redefine rotorcraft leasing

2026-03-02T01:56:30.152271-08:00

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Vertical Mag

TOPS at 30: How an Operator-Led Safety Programme Shaped Tour Aviation

By Vertical Mag: This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Tour Operators Program of Safety (TOPS).

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London City proposes 4.49° glideslope to enable A320neo operations and back 9M passenger plan

London City opens consultation on new shallower A320neo approach to cut noise and improve efficiency

London City Airport enters consultation phase for A320neo plans

AURA AERO wins first firm order from French executive jet operator for ERA hybrid airliner

Pan Européenne Air Service named launch customer for AURA AERO’s 19‑seat hybrid‑electric ERA

Pan Europeenne places first firm order for Aura Aero’s 19-seat hybrid-electric ERA regional aircraft

FAA Grounds 650 Aircraft After SACI Trust Fails U.S. Citizenship Requirements

Brazil's Embraer cheers US return to zero tariff, predicts growth

American Airlines faces severe catering disruptions at London Heathrow; passengers bringing their own food

Leonardo evaluates AW139 'evolution' (MkII) but stops short of official launch

Helicopter leasing company launches born from LCI and Macquarie

SMFL Helicopters launched with mission to redefine rotorcraft leasing

TOPS at 30: How an Operator-Led Safety Programme Shaped Tour Aviation

Leonardo evaluates AW139 'evolution' (MkII) but stops short of official launch

Brazil's Embraer cheers US return to zero tariff, predicts growth

American Airlines faces severe catering disruptions at London Heathrow; passengers bringing their own food

Helicopter leasing company launches born from LCI and Macquarie

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