I ran across this while doing some searching on the 'Net and thought, what fun you could have with your friends during a flight navigating via GPS.
Just kidding, I'm sure the use of such a device in flight would be contrary to the FAA's rules on electronics in flight. But perhaps not... For Part 91 operations (non-revenue general aviation flights) operating under VFR flight rules, the use of any portable electronic device that the operator (PIC) has determined will not cause interference with the navigation or communication system of the aircraft on which it is to be used.
I wonder, does flight instruction fall under Part 91? 'cause a CFI is the PIC (at least when flying with student pilots). Wonder if they could use this to "simulate" loss of GPS signal much like when they fail any other instrument on a student? Any of your CFIs care to take a stab at this? Seems like this would be a more realistic scenario than turning down the display or pulling a circuit breaker.
Ostensibly, these offer you the following benefits (according to the manufacturer, their wording, not ours):
- To prevent GPS satellite positioning tracking
- Black GPS satellite signal, protect your whereabouts privacy and confidential information
- Block all GPS satellite signal
- Not affect mobile phones and other electronic equipments working
- Samll size, high power, light weight, great coverage, easy to carry
Of course, I'm not an aviation attorney so don't take anything I say as advise when operating your aircraft!
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