OFCOM 1.4 GHz Spectrum Award and Potential Impact on Aviation

OFCOM plans to award the 1492-1517 MHz portion of the 1.4 GHz band by auction for mobile telecommunications. The band is internationally harmonised for mobile use and is expected to improve network performance, particularly in rural areas and indoors. Applications are currently expected to open in January 2027, with the award process concluding before the end of February 2027.