The ban on electronic devices rests on anecdotes

Re:The ban on electronic devices rests on anecdotes by plouffy on Sunday September 09, 2012 @05:10AM (#4495372)

I remember reading here during an earlier discussion that the ban on electronic devices had less to do with interference and more about safety in case of emergencies. During takeoff and landing are when most accidents happen and if people have cables from earphones/laptops, are listening to music or are on their phone, it would be considerable harder for the flight crew to get the attention of the passengers and direct them.

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Re:The ban on electronic devices rests on anecdotes by BitMastro on Sunday September 09, 2012 @05:33AM (#4495406)

I remember this same topic being addressed in an earlier discussion too. When the "fasten your seatbelt" lights are on, for example during turbulences, electronic devices should be off too, mostly because you may need to be in a state of alertness rather than playing a game.

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Re:The ban on electronic devices rests on anecdotes by geon on Sunday September 09, 2012 @05:53AM (#4495437)

BS. You can be just as distracted by a book or newspaper, but they are commonly supplied for free to passengers. Why are they not banned?

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