Why wasn’t this issue addressed years ago? And how do we fix it?
These were the two top questions posed at the House Transportation Committee hearing held Thursday about the rollout of 5G and its impact on the aviation industry.
Lawmakers, Aviation Community Look for Answers During House Hearing on 5G
Most wanted to know how parties involved got into the controversy, and when it will be fixed.
Key Takeaways:
- The 5G rollout has led to significant safety concerns and flight disruptions in the aviation industry due to interference with critical aircraft radio altimeters.
- This long-standing and preventable issue was exacerbated by wireless companies' initial refusal to share vital data with the FAA and the FCC's unresponsiveness to early warnings from aviation groups.
- Progress is now being made, with wireless companies agreeing to restrict tower activation near runways and provide necessary information, leading to a six-month period for the FAA and telecom companies to develop mitigation protocols.
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