Airlines look at new phone devices for the long haul

FRUSTRATED that you can’t make cell phone calls during flights? Here’s some good news – the use of cell phones on board commercial aircraft is gradually becoming more acceptable during flight hours. In fact, several airlines have already allowed it and more are expected to follow suit.

Mobile phones were previously banned from use in aircraft as it is generally perceived as a potential hazard; there is the fear that such electronic devices can interfere with aircraft systems.