Airline passengers already experiencing weather-related flight delays this week could face more disruption starting Saturday related to 5G.
use a part of the radio spectrum called C-Band, which is close to frequencies used by radio altimeters, for their new 5G service. The Federal Communications Commission granted them licenses for the C-Band spectrum and dismissed any risk of interference, saying there was ample buffer between C-Band and altimeter frequencies., the wireless companies pushed back the rollout of their new service.
"This means on bad-weather, low-visibility days in particular, there could be increased delays and cancellations," Buttigieg wrote. He said airlines with planes awaiting retrofitting should adjust their schedules to avoid stranding passengers. Airlines say the FAA was slow to approve standards for upgrading the radio altimeters and supply-chain problems have made it difficult for manufacturers to produce enough of the devices. Nicholas Calio, head of the Airlines for America, complained about a rush to modify planes "amid pressure from the telecommunications companies."
Jason Ambrosi, a Delta pilot and president of the Air Line Pilots Association, accused the FCC of granting 5G licenses without consulting aviation interests, which he said "has left the safest aviation system in the world at increased risk." But, he said, "Ultimately, we will be able to address the impacts of 5G."
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
United CEO apologizes for flying private as airline cancels thousands of flights | CNN BusinessUnited CEO Scott Kirby is apologizing to customers and his own employees after taking a private jet during a week when his airline was canceling thousands of flights.
Read more »
United CEO apologizes for flying private as airline cancels thousands of flightsUnited CEO Scott Kirby is apologizing to customers and his own employees after taking a private jet during a week when his airline was canceling thousands of flights.
Read more »
Fourth of July travel to reach record levels amid airline chaosHoliday travel over the Fourth of July weekend is set to hit record-breaking levels, according to new data, even as air traffic across the country continues to be a headache for travelers.
Read more »
My canceled flight cost me hundreds on a hotel — the airline reimbursed me $25Her customer service expectations are sky high.
Read more »
United CEO apologizes for flying private jet while the airline delayed, canceled thousands of flightsUnited Airlines CEO Scott Kirby apologized for flying a private jet this week while passengers were left stranded by thousands of delays and cancelations.
Read more »
United CEO apologizes for flying private as airline cancels thousands of flightsUnited CEO Scott Kirby is apologizing to customers and his own employees after taking a private jet during a week when his airline was canceling thousands of flights.
Read more »