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DOT/OST | RIN: 2105-AE30 | Publication ID: Spring 2021 |
Title: Use of Mobile Wireless Devices for Voice Calls on Aircraft | |
Abstract:
Section 403 of the 2018 FAA Reauthorization Act requires DOT to issue regulations prohibiting passengers from engaging in voice communications using a mobile device onboard aircraft on scheduled passenger flights within the United States with limited exceptions. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has rules restricting airborne use of mobile devices that can operate on certain commercial mobile frequencies. However, the FCC does not prohibit voice calls over Wi-Fi. Also, many U.S. air carriers have the capability of allowing their passengers to make and receive voice calls in-flight over Wi-Fi though the Department is unaware of any U.S. carrier that permits voice calls. This rulemaking would implement the 2018 FAA Act by prohibiting airlines from allowing passengers to engage in voice communications using a mobile device onboard aircraft, regardless of whether the call is made on a commercial mobile frequency, Wi-Fi, or other means. |
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Agency: Department of Transportation(DOT) | Priority: Other Significant |
RIN Status: Previously published in the Unified Agenda | Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-Term Actions |
Major: No | Unfunded Mandates: No |
CFR Citation: 14 CFR 260 | |
Legal Authority: 49 U.S.C. 41712, 49 U.S.C. 41702 sec. 403 of the 2018 FAA Reauthorization Act |
Legal Deadline:
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No | Government Levels Affected: None |
Small Entities Affected: No | Federalism: No |
Included in the Regulatory Plan: No | |
RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov | Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov |
RIN Data Printed in the FR: No | |
Agency Contact: Blane A. Workie Assistant General Counsel Department of Transportation Office of the Secretary Room 4116/C-70, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590 Phone:202 366-9342 Fax:202 366-7153 Email: blane.workie@dot.gov |