Military GPS Jamming Exercise Linked to Fatal Crash
5 sources · first reported 2d ago
A military GPS jamming exercise is suspected to have contributed to a fatal civilian plane crash in New Mexico, where an air medevac crew lost GPS navigation before striking a mountain. The incident has raised concerns about the growing danger of GPS disruption to US flights. An investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board has revealed that the military's jamming exercise may have been a factor in the crash.
The incident highlights the potential risks of military GPS jamming exercises to civilian aviation and underscores the need for careful planning and coordination to prevent such tragedies. It also raises questions about the balance between military training needs and civilian safety.
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