Jesse Khalil

3 weeks ago | gpsworld.com | Jesse Khalil

Calian GNSS has released its next-generation anti-jamming controlled reception pattern antenna (CRPA), the CR8894SXF+. The CR8894SXF+ is an advanced CRPA, engineered to provide efficient interference protection and real-time situational awareness across critical infrastructure, marine, and defense environments where GNSS continuity is mission critical. The CRPA is specifically-designed to provide a low-power and lightweight solution in a compact size.

3 weeks ago | gpsworld.com | Jesse Khalil

My previous newsletter highlighted a National Geodetic Survey (NGS) webinar held on April 25, 2025, titled “Design of Networks Using NOS NGS 92,” given by Dave Zenk, NGS northern plains regional advisory. [Authors note: Dave Zenk told me that he is retiring from the National Geodetic Survey on May 31, 2025. Dave’s presence will be deeply missed. His dedication and spirit have left a lasting impact on NGS’s products and services.

3 weeks ago | gpsworld.com | Jesse Khalil

BAE Systems unveiled a diverse line of M-Code GPS receivers at the Joint Navigation Conference in Cincinnati, rounding out an extensive line of products that ensure U.S. warfighters have the most dependable GPS systems available across sea, land and air. M-Code is a military GPS signal designed to improve anti-jamming capabilities and provide enhanced security. BAE Systems’ security-certified Common GPS Modules (CGMs) leverage the robust M-Code signal across an all-inclusive GPS receiver line.

3 weeks ago | gpsworld.com | Jesse Khalil

Inertial Labs, a VIAVI Solutions company, has introduced its Visual-Aided Inertial Navigation System (VINS), designed to help aircraft maintain accurate flight paths in environments where GPS/GNSS signals are unreliable. The launch follows a report from the U.S. Department of Transportation noting a rise in GPS jamming and spoofing incidents across North America and much of Western Europe.

3 weeks ago | gpsworld.com | Jesse Khalil

SpaceX successfully launched the GPS III SV-08 satellite into orbit on May 30 from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, marking a significant milestone for the U.S. Space Force’s rapid-response capabilities. The mission, executed in close coordination with Lockheed Martin and SpaceX, launched the eighth GPS III satellite into the constellation after an accelerated preparation period of just three months, well ahead of the traditional two-year timeline for national security launches.