Michael Lee <M.D.L@BTINTERNET.COM> wrote:

>The rules governing the use of mobile phones and other electronic
>equipment within aircraft probably know a lot more about EMI the you.

>My advice to all would be to follow the rules, they are for your safety !

Mick, Mick, Mick...

First, the "rules" don't know squat about EMI! And, giving you credit for
a pretty obvious syntactical error, the *makers* of the rules, probably
know *less* than the rules. As has been pointed out:

1) There is no FAA regulation preventing use of transmitters on board.

2) As reported, the pilots use them "all the time".

3) The airphone is not there for your convenience - it's there because it
   is profitable!

Yes, I'm cynical. I'm also pretty realistic. Feel free to not use your
cell phone, walkman, or flashlight. I'll feel free to do what I feel is
right for me...

Dave