GPS Jamming Detection
GPS jamming blocks or degrades satellite navigation signals, preventing receivers from determining their position. GPSwise detects jamming in real time by monitoring Navigation Integrity Category (NIC) degradation patterns in ADS-B data from aircraft.
How GPSwise Detects Jamming
We analyze ADS-B broadcasts from the OpenSky Network. When GPS signals are jammed, aircraft report degraded NIC values. Our algorithms identify areas where NIC drops from good (7+) to average (5–7) or poor (0–5), indicating blocked or disrupted GPS signals.
Why Jamming Detection Matters
Jamming can disrupt aviation, maritime, logistics, and critical infrastructure. Real-time detection helps operators avoid affected areas and respond to incidents. See aviation use cases and maritime use cases.