Originally Posted by
runwayman
I don't think we will see the Superjet here as my understanding is landing on Southend's runway when wet will be a problem for this aircraft.
But it was reported here that a SSJ landed here a few months ago in a familiarisation exercise for SEN employees. Obviously that was when it appeared the Cityjet / Stobart deal was on, but surely no-one would have bothered if the runway was an issue.
If it is the case that SEN is a non-starter for the SSJ that would be disappointing, but I would think it may prove a bigger issue for potential SSJ operators.
Balkan Holidays have added SEN to their departure airports.