GPS: A Global War? (2025) - FAQ
Frequently asked questions about this film.
What caused nearly half of all GPS systems to go out of service?
An exceptional solar storm was widely underestimated by authorities and space agencies.
What significant event occurred on September 1, 1983, related to GPS?
A Korean Air flight was shot down by Soviet fighter aircraft due to a positioning error, leading to the deaths of 269 people.
What was the nature of the GPS signal offered to the world by Reagan's America?
It was a degraded signal, less accurate than military signals, but it was provided for free.