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How 5G Is Quietly Transforming the Airport Runway
In this episode, we explore how 5G private networks are revolutionizing airport runway operations. Lucas breaks down the FAA's 2026 mandate for 'surface surveillance' systems and how carriers like Verizon and AT&T are deploying 5G-based radar replacements that track aircraft in real time. Luna asks about the ongoing 5G-altimeter controversy and the technical workarounds that finally got airlines on board. We look at a pilot project at Denver International Airport where C-band 5G reduced taxiway delays by 17 percent in 2025, and discuss what the 2026 deadline means for every major US hub. A…
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