GPS receivers dont work beyond 60k feet and 1k knots(blog.satsearch.co)
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GPS receivers dont work beyond 60k feet and 1k knots
https://blog.satsearch.co/2019-11-12-an-overview-of-gps-receiver-products-for-small-satellites
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GPS receivers are ubiquitous in many ground-based applications, from large-scale industrial transport navigation systems to fitness trackers and smartphones. However, using GPS receivers in space is a much more challenging task compared to normal terrestrial use. Here is an overview of some of them that work in space!
TL;DR: There's a limit imposed by ITAR - because what flies at 60k+ ft, 1k+ knots and would really benefit from a GPS? Missiles.