GPS signals of RAF jet carrying defence secretary ‘jammed by Russia’
An RAF jet carrying Defence Secretary John Healey experienced GPS signal jamming while returning to the UK from Estonia. The incident, believed to be orchestrated by Russia, forced the pilots to rely on alternative navigation systems during the three-hour flight. This event follows a series of aggressive actions by Russian jets against British aircraft in recent weeks.
- ▪The RAF jet's GPS signals were jammed as it flew near the Russian border.
- ▪Passengers on board included photographers and a reporter, who were informed that the aircraft could still operate safely.
- ▪This incident is part of a pattern of dangerous interactions between Russian and British military aircraft.
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