Is it permitted to use a mobile phone while driving on the airside?

Using a mobile phone while driving on the airside is strictly prohibited for safety and operational reasons. The airside area of an airport can be a busy and potentially hazardous environment, where distractions could lead to serious accidents involving vehicles, aircraft, and personnel. This prohibition is in place to ensure that drivers remain fully focused on their surroundings, which is crucial for maintaining safety in such a high-stakes environment.

While there are certain allowances for hands-free operation and emergency calls in other contexts, the regulations governing airside operations prioritize the mitigation of any risk to safety. By not permitting the use of mobile phones at all while driving in this area, the guidelines promote an environment where operators can concentrate entirely on their driving tasks, ensuring the safety of both the operators and those around them.