GPS Interference in Baltic Region

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Aircraft flying over the Baltic region are experiencing an increase in missing or fake GPS signals, with concerns that Russia may be to blame. The EU Aviation Safety Agency is investigating the issue, noting that it has been occurring since the start of the war in Ukraine in 2022.

Key Points

  • Over 1,600 aircraft, including civilian planes, experienced GPS jamming in a short period
  • Concerns raised that Russia's Kaliningrad exclave may be the source of interference
  • EU Aviation Safety Agency investigating the issue
  • GPS jamming has been occurring since the beginning of the Ukraine war in 2022

Pros

  • Increased awareness of potential GPS interference issues
  • Prompt investigation by aviation safety agencies

Cons

  • Potential safety risks for aircraft flying in the affected region
  • Possible intentional interference by Russia