Airbus just got permission from the EASA (the Eurotrash FAA) to allow cellphones on European flights.
Right now, crew can set the devices to silent mode, which amounts to a data-only mode for EV-DO. But the notion of a plane full of yapping business dudes is terrifying, and this doesn’t restrict people from using VoIP. Frankly, the only time I am not blogging or thinking about work is on a plane, so I’m not looking forward this.
What do you think?
hazchem
Wednesday, June 20, 2007 at 10:02 AMas a frequent interstate traveller, I relish the opportunity to sit on the plane in peace and quiet and not be hassled by the phone ringing.
A plane full, or even quarter full of people on the phone would be a nightmare – almost like the days when you could smoke on the plane!