Electronic devices have always been in the crosshairs of safety inside an airplane. And it is that there has always been fear of the possible interferences that these devices can cause to all the navigation instruments of the aircraft. Fact that has been shown to be untrue, and There are even airplanes in which Wi-Fi connectivity is offered for example.
In Spain, as in the entire European Union, the use of electronic devices was completely prohibited during take-off and landing of the plane (not even their use with the 'Airplane Mode' activated was not allowed). But it seems that once again these devices do not affect these flight situations and We can use our iPad's inside the plane without any restriction (activating the 'Airplane Mode').
Yesterday, the confirmation of the adaptation of the Spanish aviation security law to the European legislative framework was published in the Official State Gazette.. This means that a few weeks ago the European Union gave the green light to abolish this ban, and now the same is being done in Spain.
Obviously we must have the 'Airplane Mode' activated, and laptops will not be included in this permissiveness of use in the airplane (due to the dimensions of these). Phones, tablets, music players, and the like can be used during the flight with this 'Airplane Mode'.
However, although the State Aviation Safety Agency (AESA) allows the use of these devices during all phases of the flight, it is clarified that the final decision of use is made by the airline so we may find surprises when using these devices.
And you, Do you think that an iPad or an Mp3 player is capable of compromising the safety of an airplane?
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