Siemens, Airbus to develop in-flight cell phone service

According to Silicon.com, Siemens AG said Monday it has signed a contract with aircraft maker Airbus SAS to develop technology that would allow passengers to use their mobile phones during flights.

"The German company will provide technology based on the GSM wireless standard for Airbus to integrate into the electronics systems used on its aircraft, Siemens said. The service is to be launched in 2006".

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-- Now You Can Use Your Cell Phone on a Plane - LM Ericsson introduced a new base station that will let air travelers use their mobile phones during flights, that would not interfere with the plane's electronic systems.

emily | 6:48 PM | Cell Phones while driving/flying/sailing |
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