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Post #145 correctly states the A380 is an ICAO Cat F aircraft. It is also only 3/4" less than the maximum permitted wingspan for that category.
Does JFK airport meet the ICAO standards for operations of Cat F aircraft?
If not, why does the FAA and the Port Authority permit Cat F operations?
Yes it does, thats why A380's and other types operate there .... What ICAO 'runway standard' are you on about? be
specific there are
so many to chose from.
When new aircraft such as the A380 come into service US airports have to look at the airport design standards, within these they cover the relationship between airplane physical characteristics and the design of airport elements. Any variations from the 'standard' requires FAA safety assessments with operational mitigations or restrictions put in place. Just like many other national authorities procedures worldwide. Simples.