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Artemis II launch disturbed ionosphere, caused GPS errors
Original: Artemis II launch caused ionospheric disturbances and GPS errors of several meters — Space.com
The Artemis II launch generated ionospheric disturbances that produced GPS position errors of several meters, Space.com reports. The powerful rocket's ascent punched through the upper atmosphere, briefly degrading satellite navigation accuracy. Coverage highlights the implications for launch operations and reliance on GPS in regions affected by such disturbances.
Why now: Artemis II is a high-profile mission, and new findings that its launch disrupted GPS accuracy are drawing widespread attention
Evidence
- Artemis II launch caused ionospheric disturbances and GPS errors of several meters — Space.com · UA.NEWS
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