You may not have to interrupt that movie, book or game next time you’re flying on Alaska Airlines. The Seattle-based airline just announced that passengers will be able to use electronic devices from gate-to-gate, starting this morning.
“Our customers have long wanted to be able to read a book, listen to music or watch a movie on their electronic devices whenever they’re onboard one of our flights,” said Joe Sprague, Alaska Airlines’ vice president of marketing, in a press release. “We’re thrilled to have FAA approval giving our customers the flexibility and better onboard experience they want.”
Other airlines have already made the switch, following new regulations implemented by the FAA late last month. You still can not connect to wi-fi below 10,000 feet, so email and other Web-based tasks will not be possible at lower altitudes.
Laptops and other larger devices also must be stowed during takeoff and landing. And passengers are prohibited from making calls on smartphones.
Beginning 11/9, Alaska customers can use portable electronic devices #below10kfeet! Horizon Air flts coming soon! #eReaderLoversRejoice
— Alaska Airlines (@AlaskaAir) November 9, 2013
Previously on GeekWire: Innovation takes off: Using my iPad below 10,000 feet
