paroolNov 15, 2026, 08:28

GPS signal of dozens of aircraft near Schiphol disrupted

Dozens of aircraft experienced GPS navigation interference while landing at Schiphol Airport on Monday evening, marking the second such incident in the Netherlands. Although the disruption posed no safety risk due to manual interventions, analysis suggests the signal jamming may have originated from a ship in the North Sea.

Multiple aircraft approaching Schiphol Airport experienced navigation signal interference on Monday evening, likely caused by electronic jamming. Air traffic control reported that seven planes encountered issues during their landing procedures, though the situation remained safe as pilots received direct instructions from controllers. This incident marks the second time such an event has occurred in the Netherlands, a phenomenon previously more common in Eastern Europe.

A data analyst consulted by NRC suggests the source of the interference originated from a vessel located in the North Sea, north of Texel. The analyst noted that six ships sailing under the Russian flag were present in that specific area at the time. While modern aircraft are equipped with backup systems to mitigate such risks, the occurrence highlights ongoing concerns regarding the safety of navigational signals. Past instances of jamming have been linked to serious aviation accidents, including a medical flight crash in the United States, prompting continued vigilance from aviation authorities regarding potential threats to navigation.

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Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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