"Make sure you have your electronics set to airplane mode." Does this sentence remind you of anything?
And everyone rushes to turn off or put their devices in airplane mode, as we've been taught that they can interfere with the operation of the aircraft, and what we most want is a safe trip. However, is this the real reason?
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Is airplane mode necessary?
According to studies carried out, it is possible to verify that individual electronic devices have the capacity to emit signals that operate in the same frequency range of navigation and communication systems present in aircraft, generating a phenomenon called electromagnetic interference.
In 1992, an independent study was conducted by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Boeing to verify interference from electronic devices on aircraft. During the non-critical phases of the flight, no problems related to computers or other personal electronic devices were encountered.
After all, why do you even need to turn on airplane mode?
The answer is: ground interference.
Overload on wireless networks can occur due to the use of phones by passengers flying over towers connected to these networks.
According to the aviation industry, the spectrum bandwidth of the 5G wireless network can cause interference with navigation systems close to airports that help in the landing of the plane, since it is close to the band reserved for the aviation.
While most airlines offer paid or free Wi-Fi to customers, the use of phones in-flight currently does not affect the operation of the aircraft. However, the crew can choose not to be late in providing in-flight service to all passengers.
Another reason: noise
Aviation experts point out that the issue of using phones in-flight goes beyond simple passenger convenience. According to them, the social experience of having more than 200 people on a plane and all potentially talking at the same time can be negatively affected.
In an era where disruptive passenger behavior is increasingly common, including cases of “air rage”, the use of the phone during the flight can be a trigger that completely transforms the flight experience and puts the safety of passengers at risk. passengers.
For this reason, specialists warn of the importance of measures that can minimize the negative impacts of using phones during the flight.
Source: CNN Travel
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