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What Happens If You Don’t Use Flight Mode on Your Phone While Flying?

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2 years ago

April 25, 2021

Does a Cellphone interrupt plane’s Navigation?

Some people say that a mobile phone interferes with the primary navigation equipment on a plane. However, this has never been proved to be the case. Aircraft systems are designed to very high specifications and are insulated from outside interference. However, just because a phone hasn’t been responsible for causing interference it’s not out of the question.

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Can a cellphone makes an aircraft directionless?

The issue is not with the aircraft, but with the pilot who is flying it. When a plane takes off from the runway, it’s like a bird flying with its eyes closed; it has no idea where it’s going until it’s directed by air traffic controllers, who give orders in the form of radio frequencies. If the plane does not receive any instructions, it has no idea what the weather is like up there, if any other flights are flying by, or even whether it is heading in the right direction, so the air traffic controller is extremely critical in guiding the aircraft. The pilot puts on his or her headphones and listens to the ground control person’s instructions. The plane’s amplifier attempts to intensify those weak RF signals and transmit them to the pilot’s headphones.

Cell phones run at a relatively low power level on the ground. However, when you move further away from a cell phone tower, the power of your phone must increase in order for you to communicate effectively. This power can be orders of magnitude greater than that of a basic Wi-Fi or Bluetooth signal.

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A single cellphone causes a plane down?

Since the signals obtained by your smartphone are much more effective than those received by the flight’s receiver, if your smartphone is not in flight mode and if it is flying, it continuously attempts to pick up signals from the nearest cell tower on the ground. This signal-hunting method will generate an irritating noise through the audio system, which pilots and air traffic controllers will be able to hear. You may be wondering how a single cell phone could cause such a disturbance. It isn’t just one phone, but what if every four out of ten passengers on the flight think the same way and don’t put their phones on flight mode? Consider how powerful the combined signal could be. The distraction could be enough to trigger a problem in flight. You don’t want your pilot to be distracted.

What if I turn off flight mode in the mid-air?

Putting your phones in flight mode can benefit both the pilot and you. Up to 10000 feet above the ground, your phone receives a continuous signal from the cell tower, so if you place your phone in flight mode, your pilot will not be interrupted by the noise, but if you keep on your phone, your phone stops receiving a signal from ground. However, the GSM chip inside the phone continues to try to pick up the signal from the nearest cell tower because it doesn’t realize you’re above 10000 feet right now, which will unnecessarily drain the phone’s battery life. So that is why, it is recommended that you put your phones in flight mode when flying.

What about in-flight Wi-Fi?

In-flight Wi-Fi is available on almost every domestic airline, but only JetBlue provides free in-flight internet. In this scenario, the plane act as hotspot, there are two ways to get the service, ground-based and satellite based. Onboard cell phones communicates directly with the wi-fi hotspot at very low power, causing no problems to pilot. But it’s not a big deal if you fail to put your phone in flight mode. However, you should obey this clear order because you are assisting the professionals on the plane who are getting you to your destination as safely as possible.

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Akasa Air vs. Pilots: Delhi High Court Upholds DGCA’s Authority to Act in Case of Contractual Breaches

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September 29, 2023

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Akasa Air vs. Pilots: Delhi High Court Upholds DGCA's Authority to Act in Case of Contractual Breaches

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is authorized to take action against pilots who violate civil aviation rules (CAR), the Delhi High Court ruled on Wednesday.

Akasa Air initiated legal action against pilots who had quit their jobs without giving the required notice by their contracts. In response to a request from the startup airline, which claimed it was in a crisis as a result of the sudden and abrupt resignation of 43 pilots who left the airline without providing the required notice period, the civil aviation regulator submitted written responses.

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However, the Court ruled that it is now unable to give any explicit instructions to the DGCA and MCA regarding how to respond to a future representation that Akasa might make against defaulting pilots.

The court made it clear that there are no limitations on the DGCA’s power to take action in situations of pilot noncompliance in an interim judgment that offers relief to Akasa Air. The airline firm maintained that it is merely requesting a directive to the DGCA to decide their (Akasa’s) claims against pilots who may depart the airline in the future without serving the notice period, not that it is pressing for any action against the pilots who have already quit.

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The DGCA had stated that it lacked the power or authority to intervene in any employment contract and therefore was unable to affect the employment contract between the pilots and Akasa Air.

The aviation authority said that if Akasa Air doesn’t have enough pilots to continue operating flights, it would be in the interests of all parties if it complies with the requirement to keep a limited schedule.

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Global Airlines to contract Hi Fly to accelerate A380 Entry into Service

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20 hours ago

September 29, 2023

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Global Airlines to contract Hi Fly to accelerate A380 Entry into Service

Under the agreement, Global Airlines will benefit from Hi Fly’s expertise to accelerate the Entry into Service (EIS) programme for the airline’s new fleet.
Hi Fly, based in Lisbon, has significant A380 technical and operating experience.
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In a significant operational move, Global Airlines and Hi Fly have inked a contract to collaborate on the development and maintenance of the four A380 aircraft the new airline has agreed to purchase.

Hi Fly, the first company to operate the A380 on the secondary market, will collaborate with Global as it gets ready to launch operations to help the new carrier realize its goal of giving passengers the best possible experience when flying commercially.

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The EIS and Return to Service (RTS) procedures for Global’s first aircraft, which are anticipated to start in the coming months, are the organisation’s immediate priorities. However, with an affinity for the aircraft and confidence in its long-term potential and popularity, both businesses will look at further possibilities to deepen their partnership.

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Lufthansa equips short- and medium-haul aircraft with new cabins

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21 hours ago

September 29, 2023

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Lufthansa equips short- and medium-haul aircraft with new cabins

− Four makes eight: Large overhead compartments hold up to twice as many suitcases
− For the first time on short-haul routes: holder for tablets and smartphones at every seat
− More legroom with new ergonomic seats

Customers of Lufthansa will soon enjoy a redesigned cabin environment on short- and medium-haul flights. It provides a great deal of comfort and luxury. The business will gradually outfit 38 Airbus A320s already operating for Lufthansa with the new cutting-edge cabin beginning in spring 2025.

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More space for carry-on luggage: The 40 percent larger compartments allow for the vertical stowage of carry-on items much more quickly and comfortably. As a result, huge overhead bins may accommodate up to twice as many carry-on suitcases or bags as the conventional “bins”.

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Each seat has a designated USB connector that can be used by Lufthansa to charge electronic devices. For the first flight ever, Lufthansa is providing a unique holder for tablets and smartphones in each seat. This allows visitors to watch films and television shows on their own devices much more conveniently without having to hold the gadgets in their hands or set them down on the folding table.

Increased legroom: The new seats from the Italian company Geven also provide extra legroom with the same seat spacing, through the ergonomically shaped backrests.