"TaxSrv" wrote in message
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Hey folks, let's not overdo the safety aspects here, so no one panics
if aboard an airliner and sees someone using a radio. I doubt any
device emitting small RF will be able to make comm reception
unreadable. Even if it did, there are then fallback procedures which
the pilot is required to know by heart,

Your doubts do not stand up to empirical evidence. Stick to assertions that
have a basis in fact and not just in your mind.

The whole point is to not weaken the chain of redundant flight safety
features just to allow a piece of meat cargo to be electronically
entertained.


Now the same considerations apply to flying the approach and landing,
but the pilot would rather not have to deal with potential
interference to either nav or comm, especially if the airport is 1/2
mile visibility in fog. Thus, it's not too uncommon for the pilot to
grant permission to use a radio device only while in cruise.

And all passengers will immediately comply, because they are all concerned
about not creating a dangerous electronic environment. Games will be halted,
spreadsheets closed, and porn movies terminated. Cabin attendants will
notice immediate 100% compliance, and will not be distracted from other
duties to repeatedly remind, cajole or threaten recalcitrant passengers.

Fred, your world is much different than any I have ever seen.

Ed
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