Can an Airplane Crash if a Passenger Fails to Use Airplane Mode on a Flight?

Question
What could happen if your use your cell phone as normal on a plane? Would the pilots be incapable of communicating with air traffic control -- causing the plane to crash?

Answer
While we do not recommend violating the policies of a plane, one source says that interference with the pilot's communication system has not yet led to a crash.

The answer is not clear. We recommend using devices in airplane mode or turning them off before and during a flight.

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