Experts Warn Russian Military Jamming Poses 'Significant Safety Risk' to Commercial Aircraft
Aviation experts and officials are warning of a significant safety risk to commercial aircraft due to widespread satellite navigation jamming attributed to the Russian military. The interference, which primarily affects GPS signals, is most concentrated over Europe's Baltic Sea region. This electronic warfare forces flight crews to revert to older, alternative navigation methods, increasing cockpit workload and potential risk. Aviation safety agencies in the UK and EU have acknowledged the escalating problem, which is believed to be a by-product of Russia's defense against drone attacks. The issue has already impacted thousands of civilian flights, raising serious concerns across the industry.
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