Federal Regulation

• Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 91.21 directly addresses the use of all portable electronic devices.
  
  

Approved Electronic Items

• The regulation lists specific electronic devices which may be used on any airplane. The list includes voice recorders, electric shavers, pacemakers and hearing aids.
  
  

Other Electronic Devices

• There is a part of the regulation that allows for other items not listed, which allows "any other portable electronic device that the operator of the aircraft has determined will not cause interference with the navigation or communication system of the aircraft on which it is to be used."
  
  

Safety Concerns

• Under visual flight rules there are no restrictions. The safest route to take on any flight is to avoid using the computer during the departure and approach phases of the flight.
  
  

Pay Attention

• If the pilot allows the use of the computer, be ready to turn it off immediately upon request.