US seeks to supplement or replace GPS

The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) said on March 5 that it plans to vote on options to supplement or replace GPS, after it was argued that relying solely on a global positioning system would pose a risk to national security.

Federal Communications Commission headquarters in Washington

"Continuing to rely too much on one system leaves us vulnerable to attack," Reuters quoted FCC Chairman Brendan on March 6, emphasizing the need to develop other technologies to supplement or replace GPS.

GPS, short for global positioning system, is a network of satellites and receivers used for the purpose of positioning, navigation and regulating all activities on earth, from maritime, aviation to road traffic.

There have been many reports of increased GPS interference, which disrupts the positioning and navigation capabilities of devices on moving vehicles. This raises concerns about the increased risk of accidents if planes deviate from their intended routes.

“GPS disruptions can undermine the U.S. economy and pose a national security risk. And the risks to the current system are growing,” Carr said, adding that President Donald Trump and a bipartisan group of lawmakers have called for action for years.

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On March 27, the FCC will vote to consider other Positioning, Navigation, and Control (PNT) systems that could supplement or even replace GPS.

“We hope this effort will engage government and industry stakeholders to encourage the development of new PNT technologies and solutions,” said FCC Chairman James E.

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