Planes may receive false coordinates, times and altitudes
AFP
GPS signals are being manipulated near conflict zones, causing false alerts in airplane systems, according to industry employees and officials interviewed by AFP. This phenomenon is particularly prevalent in regions near Ukraine, the eastern Mediterranean, and the air corridor above Iraq. The false signals can lead to misleading information entering the navigation system, causing false alerts and potentially dangerous situations for pilots. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has warned that these disruptions have intensified since the start of the war in Ukraine, affecting remote regions beyond the conflict zone. The EASA and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) have announced a partnership to counteract these disruptions and ensure the safety of aviation operations. The issue of GPS spoofing and jamming poses a significant safety risk and requires coordinated efforts to address.
2024-03-16 11:00:03
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