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'No mobiles ' to replace 'no smoking'
31 August 2006
The no smoking sign that illuminates on aircraft is to be replaced with a 'no mobiles' sign.
Despite the fact smoking has been banned on flights for many years the signs have remained as a gentle reminder, but they are to go as passengers will be told to turn off electronic devices.
The 'Please turn off electronic devices' sign comes as a number of airlines are on the verge of allowing passengers to use mobile phones during flights.
New technology allows calls to be made during flights without interfering with cockpit equipment; however, during takeoff and landing phones will have to be switched off as cigarettes had to be put out as a safety precaution.
It is thought that some airlines will seek to limit the use of mobile phones further - especially on long-haul flights so passengers can be guaranteed of peace and quiet.
The technology allows cabin staff to allow just SMS messages to be sent but not voice messages.
No airlines have released how much the on-board call charges will be another factor that might dissuade some from calling while flying.
© Adfero Ltd
Despite the fact smoking has been banned on flights for many years the signs have remained as a gentle reminder, but they are to go as passengers will be told to turn off electronic devices.
The 'Please turn off electronic devices' sign comes as a number of airlines are on the verge of allowing passengers to use mobile phones during flights.
New technology allows calls to be made during flights without interfering with cockpit equipment; however, during takeoff and landing phones will have to be switched off as cigarettes had to be put out as a safety precaution.
It is thought that some airlines will seek to limit the use of mobile phones further - especially on long-haul flights so passengers can be guaranteed of peace and quiet.
The technology allows cabin staff to allow just SMS messages to be sent but not voice messages.
No airlines have released how much the on-board call charges will be another factor that might dissuade some from calling while flying.
© Adfero Ltd
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