Can I use my phone during the flight?
du-RAN-te — stress on second syllable. 'Volo' is VO-lo.
When you want to use your smartphone and are unsure about the rules.
'Durante' (during) + noun is the standard way to talk about actions in a time frame. 'Posso usare' (can I use) is the permission request. Most airlines now allow phones in flight mode during the flight, and some offer in-flight Wi-Fi.
Devo mettere il telefono in modalità aereo?
Do I have to put my phone in airplane mode?
Yes — required during take-off and landing on most airlines
C'è il Wi-Fi a bordo?
Is there Wi-Fi on board?
Available on many long-haul and some medium-haul flights
Posso usare il tablet per guardare film?
Can I use my tablet to watch films?
Personal devices are welcome once in flight mode
EU regulations require phones to be in airplane mode during flights. Since 2023, some EU airlines allow 5G connectivity via satellite, with calls permitted on certain routes. ITA Airways and other carriers offer in-flight Wi-Fi on long-haul flights. In-flight Wi-Fi is sold in time packages or for the full flight.