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May 31, 2023

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How Boeing's Research Is Ensuring the Safety of Flight in 5G Environments
(SOURCE: SIMPLE FLYING)

The fifth generation (5G) cellular network offering increased high-speed data uses a range of frequencies. These frequencies (also known as C-band) have the potential to interfere with radio altimeters used on aircraft. Radio altimeters, which also use C-band frequencies, have been successfully used on aircraft for decades. In addition to providing the aircraft altitude, the radio altimeter connects to several critical aircraft systems.

The altitude information transmitted through the radio altimeter is critical to automatic landing systems, flight controls, primary displays, crew alerting, and surveillance, just to name a few. Radio altimeters differ from standard altimeters, which only provide the aircraft's altitude above sea level by measuring atmospheric pressure.

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AVIATION

World’s Best Airline for 2023 Named by AirlineRatings.com (CNN)

World Leading Health Experts Say Aviation Industry Must Act on Cabin Fumes as They Launch New Medical Guidance (SCIENCE DAILY)

S Korea’s Asiana Airlines Bans Emergency Seats After Door Opens (ALJAZEERA)

HOSPITALITY

4 Things to Know About the Future of the U.S. Hotel Market (PHOCUSWIRE)

SUSTAINABILITY

Using Pig Fat as Green Jet Fuel Will Hurt Planet, Experts Warn (BBC)

Japan to Introduce SAF Mandate for Fuel Producers (AVIATION WEEK)

OTHER SECTORS

New State Travel Warning Challenges Cos. to Keep Travelers Safe (BTN)

Post-COVID Travelers Are More Cautious on Coverage (INSURANCE BUSINESS MAG)

Business Travel Finally Bouncing Back as Mindsets Shift (TRAVEL PULSE)

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GBTA Professional Development
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June 7, 14, 21, 28
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Register today for the Advanced Principles of Business Travel Management. This course builds off of the Fundamentals curriculum to aid business travel professionals in increasing their knowledge of the industry while also expanding on their professional skills. Gain knowledge on:

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How to Offer Climate Smart Travel Today and Tomorrow

June 7 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM ET
Price: Complimentary

The travel industry is a major contributor to climate change, but it’s not all doom and gloom. Your customers know this and want you to help them take action.

Whether you are a climate leader or just starting out, this webinar will equip you with the knowledge and practical industry examples to help you make a real impact. Learn how to take your business to the next level on your sustainability journey and drive positive change for our planet.

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Crisis24 Intelligence Brief

Argentina - Public transport workers' nationwide strike averted in Argentina May 30.

Japan and Taiwan - Tropical Storm Mawar tracking north-northeastward in the Philippine Sea early May 31. Close approach to Okinawa Prefecture, Japan, June 1-3.

Mexico and United States - Monsoon storms are likely in southwestern US and northwestern Mexico through September. Flash flooding could cause transport disruptions.

New Zealand - Severe weather forecast over most of South Island, New Zealand, through early June 2. Flooding and disruptions possible.

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The Life and Times of a Travel Manager: Career Reflections and the Evolving Role
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September 19 - 20

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