Why can't I use my phone or take photos on the airport tarmac? Is it against the law?
- Written by Doug Drury, Professor/Head of Aviation, CQUniversity Australia

Mobile phones are not allowed to be used while on a plane because they can interfere with the aeroplane’s navigation instruments and cause various safety and social issues.
As soon as the plane lands, we’re permitted to turn off flight mode, but at some airports we can’t get much of a signal. That’s because...