Cell Phone Service Company Attempts to Hide Inadequate Coverage with Dangerous Rule

For years, passengers have been instructed to turn off their cell phones for takeoff and landing. This rule was thought to be a safety precaution, but it turns out that the real reason behind it may be much more sinister. A recent revelation has shown that this rule was actually created by a cell phone service company in order to hide patchy coverage on a helicopter transporting clients. The story began when a group of researchers from the University of Southern California stumbled upon an old document detailing the policy. The document revealed that in 2006, a major cell phone service provider had developed the rule as part of an effort to mask poor coverage on one particular helicopter ride. The idea was that if all phones were turned off during takeoff and landing, then any dropped calls or poor signal strength would not be noticed by customers. The news has sparked outrage among many travelers who feel they have been misled for years about the true purpose of this rule. Many are also concerned about the potential safety implications of having all passengers’ phones turned off at once while in flight. Some experts worry that this could create confusion and chaos in an emergency situation, as passengers would not be able to contact anyone outside of the plane for help or guidance. The cell phone service provider involved has yet to comment on these allegations, leaving many questions unanswered about their motives and intentions behind this policy change. It is clear however, that whatever their reasons may have been, they put profit before passenger safety - something which should never happen in any industry where people’s lives are at stake.