FAA Clears 45% of Commercial Planes for 5G

FAA Clears 45% of Commercial Planes for 5G
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The Facts

  • After delaying rollout following an ongoing feud with several airlines, AT&T and Verizon will install 5G near US airports starting Wednesday Jan 19.
  • The FAA had initially raised concerns over potential interference from 5G signals, particularly in bad weather.
  • The FAA has now cleared around 45% of commercial U.S. airplanes to perform low-visibility landings at airports using 5G.

Sources Split


The Spin


Narrative A

The rollout will cause chaos and major disruptions to the aviation industry and supply chains.

Narrative B

There is no evidence that 5G will cause interference. Precautions are being taken, and agreeing to further delays risks economic harm.


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