Originally Posted by
mbluecpa
Yes, I'd noticed that this is new on my past few flights. I did overhear two FAs on my SEA-ORD flight this morning discussing how this was new...they were also talking about the "no plugging things into the inflight power during take off and landing" announcement though I didn't get the context.
your iPad or phone power cord can apparently pose a tripping hazard when it extends across the space between your seat and the seat in front to plug into the power receptacle ... of course this is moot if the device is in the seat back pocket, or the receptacle is at your seat, but it's easier to just impose a blanket restriction