What will happen if you do not turn on airplane mode: passengers were told whether it is really dangerous
Every modern smartphone has an airplane mode that prevents passengers from making calls, using satellite communications, or Bluetooth. But is it really necessary during a flight?
According to ArcaMax, the plane won't crash or malfunction if one of the travelers forgets to use this useful feature. However, everything depends on the airline's recommendations.
The US Federal Aviation Administration prohibits calls to cell phones during flights, explaining that signals from devices can cause interruptions in the aircraft's electronics.
One, two, or even ten phones won't disrupt an airplane, so passengers don't have to worry about their neighbors not turning on airplane mode.
According to a 2017 survey by Allianz Global Assistance, 2 in 5 people report leaving their cell phones on during a flight, and there is no evidence that cell phone interference has ever caused a plane crash.
However, if you are asked on board an airplane to turn on airplane mode or not to use certain functions, you should listen and put your phone down.
The airline industry always knows best how their planes operate under certain conditions, so don't doubt that the request is for a good reason.