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world1 month ago

EASA urges airlines to avoid Iranian airspace amid rising regional tensions

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency warns air operators not to fly within Iranian airspace due to a high likelihood of misidentification and potential Iranian defense responses to perceived attacks, amid heightened U.S.-Iran tensions; operators are advised to exercise caution and implement contingency plans for flights near regional U.S. bases.

"Pilots Face Challenges Amid False GPS Signal Surge"
aviation-technology2 years ago

"Pilots Face Challenges Amid False GPS Signal Surge"

False GPS signals, likely of military origin, are causing disruptions for airline pilots near conflict zones, leading to false ground collision alerts and altered flight trajectories. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has warned of intensified disruptions since the start of the war in Ukraine and is partnering with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) to counter spoofing and jamming, emphasizing the need for coordinated data collection and safety measures to address the rising safety risk posed by attacks on GPS systems.