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03-30-2012, 05:54 PM | #108 |
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If leaving devices on presents a real risk - they should be scanning for those and require them to be shut off and checked in before boarding.
And although I do comply with the request to shut devices off, if I thought my life counted on others doing the same then I don't think you could get me to board a place. Common sense tells you that devices are left on whether it be by oversight or intent. |
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I run my GPSr at times during a flight to check location and flight altitude, speed and other data. Some airlines prohibit it, but that is nonsensical because a modern plane uses these devices as part of the navigation gear. It is apparent that airlines cast a wide net to prohibit as many devices as possible, with no consideration of actual danger.
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So, if you text one time while driving, that means it is safe for everyone to text while driving all the time?
So one phone on was OK, so 300 phones on is also OK? BIG extrapolations. |
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Yes, 300 phones would be ok. They have made repeated tests, which is why they are even thinking about loosening the restrictions.
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04-02-2012, 10:53 AM | #114 |
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The zeros in your premise 1x0=0 are not proven. Thresholds are important.
While I doubt any combination of standard electronic devices would significantly interfere with airline electronics, I have enough of an understanding of electromagnetic theory to know that insignificant interference will exist. I really don't understand all the particulars of the risks for every combination of use, especially those that involve non-'standard' devices. Therefore, I can only safely say that I'd rather leave it to those that have a better understanding of all the particulars involved. |
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To me the value that is proven is we've had no crashes that were attributed to personal electronic devices. None.
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04-02-2012, 05:52 PM | #120 |
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We've had enough flights and air miles with enough personal electronics on during them for it to support my "no crashes" more than your "it might crash." It comes down to statistics and convenience. Your threshold of risk is different than mine. The so-called experts are going to err on the side of lowest-risk.
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