AlHijjah 27, 1434, Nov 1, 2013, SPA -- The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said Thursday that it will allow airlines to expand the use of portable electronic devices in flight to include smartphones, tablets, and e-readers, ending a long-standing ban. "Most commercial airlines can tolerate radio interference from portable electronic devices," FAA Administrator Michael Huerta said at a news conference at Reagan National Airport near Washington. "It's safe to read downloaded materials, like e-books, calendars, and to play games." These activities are expected to be permitted during all phases of flight, including takeoff and landing, on the vast majority of U.S. flights, Huerta said.
