Bluetooth headphones are often considered the best companion for long solo travel. They are usually the first item on our packing list as they become our travel buddy. We rely on our headphones to make long plane journeys bearable. However, when we find out that we cannot use any electronic device that works on signals, our journey becomes dull and uninteresting.
But, there's good news! You can now use your Bluetooth headphones on planes. Yes, you heard it right. You can carry your Bluetooth headphones during a flight. But first, let's understand why we turn on airplane mode during plane travel.
Why should we turn on airplane mode during flight?
Can I make calls from a flight?
No doubt you can, but the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) states that using cell phones for making phone calls during flight is only the concern of safety of you and your co-passengers.
Making phone calls on a plane is simply compromising with safety concerns because the navigation system of the plane is very precise and a small flaw can make a big mess.
Sven Bileen, professor of engineering design and aerospace engineering at Penn State University says that, For Planes flying at the height of 10,000 feet and below, cell phones may be able to catch the signals from different towers, but as the Plane moves, which may cause frequent disconnections with ground networks that doesn’t give good connectivity for calls.
Let’s not be so technical. Precisely saying, yes you can make phone calls during flight but it can create disturbance to flight communication and navigation system.
Will Bluetooth work in airplane mode?
Absolutely yes. Bluetooth works on short-range radio frequency. Technology itself says that the scope of Bluetooth devices is limited which won’t interrupt any flight navigation system.
Once you turn on airplane mode, it disables mobile data, wifi, and Bluetooth too. You can manually turn on Bluetooth, connect the headphones, and dive into seamless entertainment. You can also get rid of the loud buzzing plane sound. Just don’t miss out on the instructions given by the Airplane staff.
In-flight entertainment
What if the airlines don’t allow you to use Bluetooth headphones during flight? OMG!!! Worried about mind mind-numbing journey??
Airlines also take care of not making your travel uninteresting and monotonous. For that purpose, some major airlines like United and Delta have their plane built-in TV system. So, you can connect to the flight Bluetooth system and plunge into entertainment.
Rules for using Bluetooth headphones during flight
Have a look at airline policies
Certainly, we can deep dive into our entertainment during haul flight journeys. but we need to follow some set of rules depending upon the airlines.
American Airlines guides to use of wired headphones or headphones with a cord during landing and take-off, while Delta and United Airlines permit to use of any wireless device in airplane mode. So you need to check airline policies before boarding on plane.
Let’s briefly look into:
Emirates: It allows the use of Bluetooth headphones.
Canada Airlines: Allows to use of Bluetooth headphones but at a height of 10,000 feet and above.
Delta Airlines: Allows to use of Bluetooth headphones and devices in airplane mode in all phases.
United Airlines: Like Canada Airlines, United Airlines also allows the use of Bluetooth headphones once the flight reaches above an altitude of 10,000 feet.
Don’t forget to get an adapter
On Airplanes, Bluetooth headphones require an adapter to connect a two-pronged headphone port.
If you want to sit high in the sky while diving into entertainment, then don’t forget to bring an adapter.
Avoid transferring data via Bluetooth
Some airlines like Emirates don’t allow data transfer via Bluetooth on airplanes. Enjoy endless entertainment during flight with Bluetooth headphones but avoid transferring data using Bluetooth.
Listen to safety instructions carefully
Flying high up in dazzling white fur and amusing with favourite music or podcasts is the perfect combination on the plane but at the same time listening to the safety instructions. Have an amusing yet safe journey.
Conclusion
Now, you can enjoy a flawless canvas of blue sky and a boundless music experience. You can surely carry your best-traveling companion, Bluetooth headphones during a flight journey by following the guidelines of your airline. Just don’t forget to go through it.
You just have to make sure that making any phone calls or using cellular data during the flight journey is not advisable, as it may interfere with the communication and navigation system.
In-flight entertainment is also one of the best options provided by a few airlines. You can also enjoy the in-built entertainment system of your flight.
If possible, try to carry a set of wired headphones in case your Bluetooth headphones are drained. You do not need to stop your entertainment and make an unexciting travel.
Always be thoughtful about other people on the plane also. It is always advisable to keep the volume low.
Also, try using noise-cancelling headphones to avoid disturbance to enjoy pure and vibrant music.
Last but not least, you and your co-passenger's safety is the main concern. So, don’t ever be careless listening to the safety instructions given on the plane.