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An Upcoming 5G Deadline Could Cause Airline Delays Starting July 1st
(SOURCE: THE VERGE)

US Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said Friday there may be some airline delays or cancellations starting July 1st if the last remaining passenger jets haven’t upgraded their altimeters to deal with 5G interference, per a report from The Wall Street Journal. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) maintains that 5G C-band signals could interfere with radio wave emitters passenger jets use to measure how far they are from the ground, which pilots rely on when landing with low visibility.

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GBTA APAC Conference 2023
Main Stage Themes Announced

The Main Stage Sessions are now confirmed, featuring panel discussions on "New Horizons: New Frontiers" and a discussion on "How to Harness the Power of Innovation".

Don't miss out on this opportunity for business travel and meetings management professionals to gather, innovate, and learn.

Register now to secure your spot and save with our Best Available Rates before June 29th.

Global Elections
Board of Directors Candidate Forum 2023

Thursday, June 29
11:00 EDT | 17:00 CEST

We invite you to educate yourself on the candidates running for the GBTA Board of Directors and register for the Global Candidate Forum on June 29 at 11:00 AM EDT. The GBTA Board of Directors play a critical role in shaping our industry and the path for the association. The following seats are up for election:

• President
• Vice President
• One (1) Director-at-Large (Direct Member)
• One (1) Regional Director – Canada (Direct Member)
• One (1) Director-at-Large (Allied Member)

Not a GBTA Member? Become one today and be in time to vote! We thank you in advance for your participation in shaping the future of GBTA.

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Crisis24 Intelligence Brief

Indonesia - Increased security measures likely in Papua and West Papua regions, Indonesia, for July 1 separatist anniversary. Rallies possible.

Philippines - Flight disruptions to occur at Cotabato Airport, Philippines, until at least Aug. 18 after officials close runway June 22.

Russia - Officials likely to maintain heightened security in Moscow and other parts of western Russia over short term despite June 24 agreement.

Switzerland - Workers at Geneva Airport, Switzerland, threaten to strike on June 29. Reconfirm all flights before departure.

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