Cell Phone Use on Airplanes
The Federal Communications Commission has proposed a rule lifting the cell phone ban. The Federal Aviation Administration has not done so yet.
Witnesses testified about the use of cell phones on aircraft and the possible dangers that have been publicized about this usage. Topics inc… read more
Witnesses testified about the use of cell phones on aircraft and the possible dangers that have been publicized about this usage. Topics included noise pollution during airline flights, use by law enforcement, executives' business requirements, and new technology.
The Federal Communications Commission has proposed a rule lifting the cell phone ban. The Federal Aviation Administration has not done so yet. close
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Julius P. Knapp II Deputy Chief Federal Communications Commission->Office of Engineering and Technology
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