Chapter 11, Problem 4EQ

Explanation of Solution

Airplane mode:

• Airplane mode is used to turn off the wireless communications when traveling by airliner.
• Enabling Airplane mode will disconnect all the connections on mobile device such as Wi-Fi networks, Bluetooth, data connections on your mobile device, phone calls or text messages and remains accessible for other functions
• Airplane mode is mainly designed to save cell phone battery life and reduce power consumption.
• Operating the equipment in airlines will transmit RF Signals so it can be prohibited using Airplane mode feature.

US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA):

• The Federal Aviation Administration is the transportation agency in the United States created for governing the use of electronic devices on their airlines and ensuring the safety of passengers in airlines...