'No incidents' of 5G interference with aircraft in EU  

Aer Lingus uses Airbus planes, while Ryanair predominantly uses Boeing 737 aircraft, none of which have been cited as potentially causing any issues. Picture: Dan Linehan

The aviation safety regulator for the EU says it is unaware of any incidents caused by 5G interference, after reports emerged from the US about the new technology potentially affecting airline equipment.

Issues surrounding 5G technology and Boeing 777 aircraft have been flagged as being potentially problematic, but Irish carrier Aer Lingus told the Irish Examiner the impact on its operations was minimal.