5G agreement will reduce signal power around “priority airports”

The agreement reached between federal regulators, telecommunications companies and aviation interests calls for a two-week delay in expansion of 5G wireless spectrum, and for reduced signal power around up to 50 priority airports for six months. The measure gives federal authorities and the aviation industry more time to study possible interference with aircraft equipment. “Safety is and always will be the top priority of US airlines. We will continue to work with all stakeholders to help ensure that new 5G service can coexist with aviation safely,” Airlines for America President and CEO Nick Calio said.