[MilCom] "When Intercepting Becomes Illegal"

[Sheldon Daitch]

Duane,

I would submit that the concern with electronic devices being
operated during takeoff and landing operations is not 
specifically aimed at the use of the electronics, but more a 
safety factor keeping the device from becoming flying object 
in the event of an extreme sudden unexpected movement of the 
aircraft.

The fewer loose items in the cabin, the safer it could be, in
the event of an emergency movement.

Sheldon



Duatoring Area
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>
> I got more hassle out of the flight attendants because I had a camcorder
> pointed out the window than anything else.  They didn't want ANY electronic
> devices operating during takeoff and landing and reminded me several times
> that I was not allowed to video tape the inside of the cabin or any "flight
> operations".
> 

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