Under a new name, a once defeated nemesis of aviation is back.  Why would the FCC approve their plan without adequate testing?  Why doesn't the FAA put a stop to this? Follow the money.



Aviation GPS Technology Seen To Be At Risk... Again



5G May Have A Strong and Negative Impact on Aviation GPS

Thanks to a tip from EAA, we've learned that Lightsquared is back... under a new name. That's right -- An old nemesis to aviation GPS signal integrity made a new appearance this month as a satellite company named Ligado advanced its 5G wireless plan with an approval from the Federal Communications Commission.

The company, formerly known as LightSquared, is pushing for permission to begin terrestrial 5G cellular and data service on frequencies it owns that were intended for satellite use. The proposal has caused divisions among government agencies as well as major corporations. It is similar to the plan the company brought forward in 2012, which faced major opposition before being rejected by the FCC. Recently, the FCC reversed its position and approved the Ligado proposal.

Originally Posted By wmagrush:
So the FCC pulled a fast one last night by approving Ligado (LightSquared) for 5G. Says the pentagon, airline industry, and any other organization depending on GPS is just fearmongering.

Seems that this could be a national security concern if military GPS goes bonkers because of this previously bankrupt and shady company. Based in Virginia, senator tim caine (d) is saying the company is just misunderstood.