5G: U.S. airlines warn of "chaos" if technology is not restricted near airports

Presidents of 10 Airlines Americans set off an alarm in front of authorities Monday, warning of “chaos.” Ultrafast 5G network technology Near airports, in a letter received by the AFP.

“We write to urgently request 5G As defined by the FAA (Federal Aviation Authority), it will operate anywhere within 2 miles (approximately 3.2 km) of airport runways from January 19, ”the letter, signed by freight companies FedEx and UPS.

“Immediate intervention is needed to prevent a major operational disruption to the supply of passengers, carriers, supply chains and essential medical supplies,” they said two days ago. Red 5G.

Airlines and Freight Companies To us They are concerned about the effects of this network on aircraft due to possible disruptions in control equipment.

Leaders of these companies, including American Airlines, Delta or Southwest, fear that “on a day like yesterday (Sunday), more than 1,100 flights and 100,000 passengers will be subject to cancellations, diversions and delays.”

“We humbly request you to take all necessary steps to ensure that, in view of the short term remaining and the importance of a completely avoidable economic disaster. 5G They should be used except when there are towers very close to the airport runways, “they told the US government, the FAA and the telecommunications agency FCC.

Ask for a pause

That is why they recommend suspension “until the FAA decides how this sorting can be done safely and without catastrophic interruptions”.

In early January the Airlines These new bands received a new deadline until Wednesday to be activated.

Concerned about potential interference issues with aircraft altitude measuring devices, the FAA has issued new regulations restricting the use of these aircraft operating systems in certain situations.

The Airlines The Americans opposed the possible costs of such a decision and called on the authorities to find a solution as soon as possible.

In December, manufacturers Airbus and Boeing It also expressed “concern” about possible disruptions In a letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation, on their devices via 5G.

(With information from AFP)

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