Can I use FaceTime on an airplane?


Can I use FaceTime on an airplane? By default, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth® are disabled in airplane mode—you can't make or receive FaceTime calls or use features or accessories that require wireless communication, but you can listen to music, play games, watch videos, and use other apps that don't require internet access.


Can I use iMessage on a plane?

But as long as there's Wi-Fi available on a flight, you'll have some way to communicate with people on the ground. To text while flying, you'll need to use a messaging app like WhatsApp, Apple iMessage, WeChat or Facebook Messenger.


Which airlines allow phone calls?

International Airlines Permitting Voice Calls, Texting and Data
  • Aer Lingus. Long haul. — X. X.
  • Aeroflot. A320, A330, B777. X. X. X.
  • Air Asia. Select short-haul flights. X. X. X.
  • Air France. Select long haul B77-300. — X. X.
  • Azerbaijan Airlines. A320. X. X. X.
  • British Airways. A318. X. X. X.
  • EgyptAir. A330. X. X. X.
  • Emirates. Long haul to/from Dubai. X. X.


Is there Wi-Fi on the plane?

Plenty of airlines offer Wi-Fi on flights, but not all service is created equal. Thanks to advancements in technology, we're seeing better speeds — but plenty of aircraft still rely on outdated equipment, so you'll be waiting a while for that Facebook feed to load.


Can you talk on your cell phone while flying?

Airlines do not allow for the use of cellular devices on flights because they can cause interference with radios and onboard instruments, but it's not the only reason. Talking on the phone can be socially intrusive, especially in tightly packed environments like airplanes.


What happens if you call someone while on a plane?

Question: What happens if you make a phone call on a plane? Answer: The presence of any sort of connectivity that links mobile phones or electronic gadgets to having internet access or other kinds of access is usually prohibited while flying because it gets in the way of aircraft readings and mechanisms.


What airline will no longer take your phone calls?

Frontier said it stopped offering customer service by phone last weekend. The airline said customers can reach out by text or social media channels and WhatsApp. The shift aims to lower labor costs and increase the number of customers it can help at once.


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