Call for Enhanced Positioning, Navigation, and Timing Resiliency

This document is a call to action regarding the need for greater resiliency in Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) systems in the United States. It outlines the critical reliance on GPS and the vulnerabilities associated with space-based PNT systems. The author emphasizes the necessity for terrestrial alternatives to GPS to mitigate risks from potential adversaries who may exploit U.S. dependencies on space-based systems. The paper details several immediate steps that should be taken, including establishing designated frequencies for accurate PNT signaling and integrating robust PNT resiliency into future network systems like 6G. It also addresses governance shortfalls in current PNT oversight structures, advocating for a holistic approach that includes both government and commercial capabilities. The document concludes with a call for collaboration among government, private sector, and academic institutions to enhance PNT capabilities, promote public awareness, and foster international cooperation on PNT standards.