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Emilia Jansson
BBC journalist from Finland who reports on GPS jamming and spoofing and explains its effects on aviation and other infrastructure.
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Nov 25, 2025
• 9min
Why your plane’s GPS might be sabotaged (but don’t be scared)
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Emilia Jansson, a BBC journalist specializing in GPS jamming, discusses the alarming rise of GPS interference, particularly since the Ukraine war. She explains how signal jamming blocks legitimate navigation and highlights instances of emergency landings among pilots. Ian Petchenik from Flightradar24 elaborates on real-time tracking of GPS disruption. They explore the suspected use of jamming as a tactic of Russian hybrid warfare and reassure listeners about pilot training and backup systems, emphasizing that routine passengers face minimal risk.
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