City Airport faces opposition to large jet plans

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London City Airport's ambitions to accommodate larger jets have hit a regulatory snag: a London Assembly committee is pushing to block the expansion over noise concerns. The airport, which serves the financial district, wants to upgrade its facilities to handle bigger aircraft and boost capacity. But the committee argues the noise impact on surrounding residential areas outweighs the economic benefits. The dispute pits business interests against quality-of-life concerns for locals living near the airport's flight paths.