The FCC has confirmed that on December 12th, it will consider a proposal that would give airlines the option to let passengers make cellphone calls during flight. But the Commission is also attempting to head off any consumer unrest over such a change, underlining the fact that airlines (and their customers) will make the final decision on cellphone use. In fact, by default, placing a call would remain prohibited. "This is purely a technical decision; it would leave airlines free to develop any in-flight phone usage policy they may wish," the FCC says. That position is reiterated several times during a FAQ that follows, with the FCC readily admitting, "We understand that many passengers would prefer that voice calls not be made on...
via The Verge - All Posts http://www.theverge.com/2013/11/22/5134656/fcc-confirms-it-may-allow-cellular-calls-during-flight
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