FAA Issues Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Warning to Air Travelers

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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has warned travelers about the use of Samsung Galaxy Note 7 phones.

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Source: Samsung

You may own such a device and even use it in airports, but once you get in the airplane, the use of the gadget is strictly prohibited. You may not use or charge your Samsung Galaxy Note 7 due to the mobile phone’s battery, which could overheat and cause a fire.

The South Korean company recalled a number of the devices recently due to a flaw discovered in a line of Note 7 due to battery fire problems. There are many airlines that have complied with this regulation, including Singapore Airlines Ltd. (OTCMKTS:SINGF), which made the decision on Friday.

The previous day, Australian company Qantas Airways Ltd (OTCMKTS:QUBSF), Virgin Australia Holdings Ltd (OTCMKTS:VBHLF) and Jetstar Airways banned Samsung Galaxy Note 7 devices from its flights.

Naturally, you will not be able to plug your phones into in-flight entertainment systems. Other airlines are still considering the FAA’s move, such as Delta Air Lines Inc (NYSE:DAL).

United Continental Holdings Inc (NYSE:UAL) and American Airlines Group Inc (NASDAQ:AAL) have yet to comment on the matter as they are reviewing their own policies regarding such regulations.

However, the FAA’s lack of clarity in other circumstances suggest that you can carry other items, such as phone chargers for other devices.

DAL slumped 3.7% and UAL stock fell 3.3% to end the week. AAL shares slipped 2.1% Friday.

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