Wizz Air has integrated a new GPS interference detection feature on the flight deck with the Lido mPilot navigation solution from Lufthansa Systems. The move has been taken to strengthen operational resilience.

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GPS jamming and spoofing events are on the rise globally, posing a significant challenge to airlines by degrading navigational accuracy, increasing pilot workload, and leading to potential delays or airspace restrictions. With the detection equipment, the airline is now equipped to monitor and mitigate such risks in real time.

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With the integration of GPS Interference Detection, pilots receive real-time updates directly within Lido mPilot, allowing them to quickly recognise and respond to interference events during the flight.

The solution is powered by GPSwise from SkAI Data Services, developed in collaboration with the Zurich University of Applied Sciences – Centre for Aviation. It detects spoofing and jamming activity in real time based on live ADS-B data, enabling crews and operations teams to respond quickly and effectively to potential threats.

“The ability to identify GPS interference in real time is an important enhancement for our flight operations,” said Diarmuid O Conghaile, Chief Operations Officer of Wizz Air.

The Lido navigation solution is made by Lufthansa Systems and has been employed by Wizz Air for a number of years.