5G networks might have a dangerous affect on radar systems

Created on 23.11.2020 13:34

US aviation experts raised concerns regarding the next-generation 5G mobile networks which might have led to potential plane crashes, according to news agency Tourism.

Aviation experts mostly argue the following: as compared with existing 4G networks, in particular one of the LTE standards, 5G networks are capable of disintegrating the most important devices on modern aircrafts. Actually, 5G networks are allowed to use the frequency spectrum from 3.7 to 3.98 GHz, while radar altitude systems operate on adjacent frequencies of 4.2-4.4 GHz. These altimeters are responsible for controlling the aircraft's flight altitude, measuring it and signaling in case of reduced distance to the ground and various elevations, such as mountains, towers, buildings, etc.

According to expert's reports, the frequency crossover factor might have the affect on aviation operations in the airspace worldwide. "Potential catastrophic equipment failures" are becoming increasingly realistic. Tests performed indicate about significant risks of the 5G harmful interference to radar altimeters on all types of aircrafts. Currently, scientists warn that aviation and mobile networking industries are needed more research in this area.

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