This guide is for Windows 11.

Turning off Airplane mode doesn’t necessarily turnonWi-Fi or Bluetooth.

You might have to manually enable those things once Airplane mode is finally disabled.

Network and Internet highlighted in Windows 11 settings

Try turning off Airplane mode a different way, like from within configs (get there withWIN+i).

you’re able to find it in theNetwork & internetsection.

If parameters is how you always disable Airplane mode, try instead from the desktop.

Human Interface Devices category highlighted in Windows Device Manager

pick the volume/internet area next to the clock, and then pick the Airplane mode button.

opt for airplane button if your keyboard has one.

Laptops with this button will toggle Airplane mode on or off when it’s pressed.

Run next to Network Adapter highlighted in Windows 11 Troubleshoot settings

Doing this should refresh Windows 11’s awareness of Airplane mode, letting you disable it normally.

Once it’s fully disabled, right-click it once more and chooseEnable gadget.

Uninstall the connection rig and then reboot to have Windows automatically reinstall it.

This is also done through gadget Manager.

Expand theNetwork adapterscategory and then right-tap the Wi-Fi adapter to find theUninstall deviceoption.

execute the built-in online grid adapter troubleshooter to have Windows attempt to identify and fix the problem automatically.

Get there through prefs:System>Troubleshoot>Other troubleshooters.

Update the online grid drivers.

An outdated or missing driver might be causing the problem.

Adriver updater toolis the easiest way to check.

Update BIOS, if an update is needed.

This option is in configs:System>Recovery>Reset PC.

Do You Really Need to Turn Off Airplane Mode?

One way you could confirm Airplane mode is on is if you see the plane icon by the clock.

It’s also important to know how Airplane mode works.

You don’tneedto shut it off to use the wireless radios.

When Airplane mode is turned on, things like Wi-Fi and Bluetooth devices are instantly disconnected.

However, it’s possible for you to manually enable themwithout turning off Airplane mode.

The same is true for Wi-Fi.

If there’s a problem with either, the feature might remain on when you want it off.

Some keyboards also have an Airplane mode button.

Airports have free charging stations, and some airlines provide power outlets or USB ports in the seats.

If you have a long trip, bring a portable USB charger and aportable laptop battery chargerjust in case.

Some planes have DC power adapters, so you should also bring aDC to AC power converter.