I had flight attendants tell me to shut it off on boarding, and others that you can leave it on until the doors closed. I've heard both on almost all of the major carriers, including AA, NWA, Delta, United, Virgin and BA. No real rhyme or reason -- seems mainly tied to the attendant as opposed to the carrier. Regardless, you pretty much have to do as they say regardless of the rationality (or lack thereof) of what they suggest. Failure to comply is literally a federal offense.
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