Business travellers prefer not to have in-flight phones

02/04/2007  13:26:10

Business travellers are unenthusiastic about the prospect of in-flight phone services, according to a new survey.

Barclaycards Business Travel Survey out today suggest that six out of ten executives would prefer not to be able to use their mobile phones when in the air, even if it was given the green light by safety officials.

And, with the same survey suggesting quick take-up of the new automated check-in service offered by many airlines, it appears travellers, whether they are with a big firm or a business start-up, are quite particular about how they spend their time whilst in commute.

While respondents said they liked the hassle-free nature of online or mobile check-in, the disdain for in-flight phones suggests many business executives actually prefer the space and time created by journeys.

Denise Leleux, director of commercial cards with Barclaycard business, said the research showed that a "large number of business travellers are wary", potentially negating the need for any company legislation reform.

"This suggests that business people want to preserve this as a time to work or relax without fear of being interrupted, overheard, or having to listen to the person next to them," he commented.

There was a clear split between senior and junior management on the issue of phones, with 43 per cent of chief executives in favour, compared to just 31 per cent of managers. In addition women were more likely to prefer the idea than men.

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