Goodbye To “Airplane Mode”: Europe Reported To Use 5G Internet Access In Aircraft In The Future

According to recent report, airlines can install the latest 5G devices on their aircraft within the European Union, allowing passengers to use smartphones and other Internet-connected devices during flights. Passengers no longer need to switch their mobile phones to airplane mode during the flight.

The Brussels Times said that the European Commission is preparing to adjust the law on mobile communications, so that passengers can also access the Internet on board.

"The sky is no longer the limit when it comes to high-speed, high-capacity connections," said a spokesperson for the European Commission.

EU Internal Market Commissioner Thierry Breton said: "5G will provide innovative services for people and growth opportunities for European companies."

By installing pico-cells on the aircraft, the aircraft can achieve 5G coverage during the flight. Through pico-cell, phone calls, text messages and data traffic can pass through the satellite network and then be sent to the mobile network on the ground.

The European Commission also wants to provide Wi-Fi in private cars, buses and other forms of transport, by opening up the 5 GHz frequency. EU member states have until June 30, 2023 to use the 5 GHz band for road transport.