UK Defence Secretary's Flight Targeted by Russian GPS Jamming Near Kaliningrad
A Royal Air Force jet carrying UK Defence Secretary Grant Shapps experienced significant GPS signal interference while flying near the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad. The jamming affected the Dassault Falcon 900LX for approximately 30 minutes, forcing the pilots to utilize alternative navigation methods. While the aircraft was not endangered, the incident highlights the growing threat of electronic warfare in the region. A Downing Street spokesperson confirmed the event but stated it was not unusual for aircraft to experience electronic jamming near Kaliningrad. The event underscores the risks posed by such activities to both military and civilian aviation.
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