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Ryanair Flight Forced to Divert Amid GPS Signal Jam Near Russian Border

A descent into Vilnius rerouted to Warsaw due to GPS interference, as regional tensions remain high.
On January 17, 2025, a Ryanair flight traveling from London Luton to Vilnius International Airport was compelled to abort its landing after experiencing GPS signal jamming near the Russian border.

The incident led to the aircraft's diversion to Warsaw, Poland, highlighting ongoing concerns about regional airspace security.

The Ryanair Boeing 737-8AS, modified with MAX-style winglets and registered as SP-RNB, was nearing its destination in Lithuania when the unexpected signal disruption occurred.

The plane was part of Buzz, Ryanair’s Polish subsidiary, which operates an extensive network under the Ryanair brand.

According to Lithuania's air navigation department, the aircraft encountered "GPS signal interference" during its final approach.

The pilot's quick decision to reroute the flight ensured the safety of all passengers and crew onboard.

Notably, other flights continued to land at Vilnius without incident, suggesting isolated interference, possibly tied to the region's geopolitical circumstances.

Lithuania's Defence Minister has confirmed that a thorough investigation into the incident is underway.

This event is part of a series of occurrences in the Baltic region, where Estonia and Finland have previously accused Russia of jamming GPS navigation systems in their airspace over the past year.

The episode draws fresh attention to the strategic importance and vulnerability of air navigation systems in areas near the NATO-Russia border.

Just weeks prior, new revelations emerged concerning the crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines plane suspected of similar Russian interference.

That tragic incident involved the aircraft's fatal descent after an unexpected diversion due to weather-related route changes.

Both incidents underscore the intricate balance between aviation security and regional security dynamics, as nations navigate the complex landscape of international air traffic and cross-border relations.

As the Lithuanian investigation unfolds, it will likely add to ongoing discussions regarding the territorial integrity and technological safeguards necessary in the skies above Eastern Europe.
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