Telecom giants AT&T and Verizon began 5G service in the United States Wednesday without major disruptions to flights after the launch of the new wireless technology was scaled back. Airlines that cut Wednesday flights included Air India, ANA and Japan Airlines, though all three said they would restore routes the following day. "As the launch of the 5G service in the US has now been partially postponed, operation of ANA flights from January 20 will follow the normal schedule," ANA President Yuji Hirako said in a statement. "Even with these approvals, flights at some airports may still be affected," the agency said. AT&T said Wednesday its high-speed service was available in "limited parts" of eight major metropolitan areas across the United States, while Verizon said it now provides 5G coverage to 90 million Americans.

Source: News 24 January 20, 2022 20:02 UTC