Aircraft incidents and accidents are complex. When one occurs,
it can involve a multitude of factors such as human error,
organizational problems, and/or environmental factors. Recently, a
new risk factor related to technological advancement has formally
been introduced to the aviation industry. This risk factor is 5G
wireless technology.
What is 5G?
5G is an invisible but critical force in our lives these days.
The radio frequency spectrum supports our reliance and dependency
on wireless communications and radio frequencies are key for
business, personal cell phone use, and for autonomous technology
and aviation.
Radio waves travel across the electromagnetic spectrum, and this
spectrum is comprised of frequency bands. The spectrum bands are
similar to a multi-lane highway, but with each lane having its own
unique characteristics. These characteristics specify who can
operate within that lane or spectrum band, and some bands are
licensed. In Canada, the
