Ryanair - Europe's Favourite Airline subsidiary Lauda Europe faced two aborted landings due to GPS signal disruption. The Airbus A320, initially bound for Vienna, was diverted to Brno.
Published date: 05-01-2025 02:38 PM
A recent incident involving a Ryanair flight from Riga to Vienna underscores the growing challenges posed by GPS jamming in aviation. The aircraft experienced GPS signal disruptions over Poland, reportedly due to the conflict in Ukraine, which was conveyed to passengers by the captain. Coupled with poor visibility in Vienna, the flight was diverted to Brno in the Czech Republic, where it landed safely.
GPS jamming involves the deliberate interference with GPS signals, often through ground-based transmitters emitting signals stronger than those from satellites. While such technology is primarily used for military purposes, its impact on civilian aviation is becoming increasingly evident.
This incident highlights the critical need for robust backup navigation systems in aviation to ensure passenger safety amid rising instances of GPS interference.
