How to remove the “In the plane” mode on the Xiaomi phone: all working methods

Why Xiaomi Phone Doesn't Get Out of In-Air Mode and What to Do About It

In-plane mode** (or air mode) on Xiaomi smartphones should be turned off with a single touch — but sometimes the system stubbornly ignores user commands. Causes range from software failures of MIUI to hardware problems with antenna modules. For example, after a firmware update or mechanical damage to the case (even a minor one), the phone can stick in air mode, blocking mobile communication, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

In this article, 5 proven ways to turn off In-Air mode on Xiaomi, including hidden settings for power users and solutions for cases when the screen does not respond to touch. And if the problem lies deeper, you will learn how to diagnose a malfunction without going to the service center (spoiler: test code # #4636## will help).

Before you go to radical measures, make sure that:

• 🔧 On the smartphone is not installed “optimizers” or third-party launchers that conflict with the MIUI.

Method 1: Standard shutdown through the notification panel

In 90% of cases, the flight mode is turned off through the notification curtain, but even here there are nuances: on some Xiaomi models (for example, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or POCO F5), the icon can be “hidden” behind an additional swipe.

1. On models with MIUI 14+, you may need to hold the icon for 1-2 seconds to confirm.

It's not working?

• 📱 Is the screen unlocked? Some firmware doesn't shut down the flight mode through a curtain on a locked device.
• 🔒 Are there any restrictions on settings → Lock screen → Notifications (for example, hidden icons of fast settings).
• 🛠️ Are there any controls that conflict with swipes (check Settings) installed → Additionally. → Gestures).

Screen unlocked|Notification curtain is open completely|Badge ✈️ Not gray (meaning the mode is active)|No active VPN or “energy saving regime»-->

If the badge ✈️ not in the curtain at all - go to Method 2 (system settings).

Method 2: Disconnect via the MIUI settings menu

When the notification panel doesn’t help, try deactivating the flight mode through the basic settings, which works even if the screen doesn’t respond to touch (for example, after a phone drops).

Instructions:

1. Open the Settings app** (cog icon).
2. Go to Connections and Sharing (on MIUI 13 and older) or Network and Internet (on MIUI 12 and below).
3. Slip on the item "Mode on the plane"** (usually the first on the list).

On some models (Xiaomi 13 Ultra, Mix Fold 3) the path may be different:

Settings → SIM-cards and mobile networks → Mode in the plane

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If the “Connections” section is missing, use the search by settings (the magnifying glass icon at the top of the screen) and enter “air mode”.

Wait 10-15 seconds after shutdown, the system must automatically restore the connection to the network.

• 🔧 Check if the power saving mode is activated (it can block background data transmission).

Method 3: Forced reboot (if the screen is unresponsive)

If Xiaomi’s smartphone is stuck in aerospace mode and doesn’t respond to touch, try a hard reboot, which will work even if MIUI fails, but won’t help if the problem is hardware (for example, a communication module is damaged).

How to reboot:

1. Press the power button and increase the volume at the same time.
2. Hold for 10-20 seconds until the screen goes out and the phone vibrates.
3. After restart, check if the mode is off. ✈️.

On models with MIUI 14 and the new Bootloader (e.g. Xiaomi 14), the combination may differ:

After the forced reboot:

• 🔌 Connect your phone to charge – sometimes crashes occur due to low battery levels.
• 📲 Check if Safe Mode has been activated (in which case, the screen will read “Safe Mode” at the bottom of the screen»).
• 🔧 If the flight mode is still active, go to Method 4 (hidden settings).

Method 4: Hidden engineering settings (for power users)

If standard methods do not work, try to disable the aircraft mode through the engineering menu. This method requires caution - wrong actions can disrupt the network. Suitable for Xiaomi models based on Qualcomm processors (for example, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 in Xiaomi 13 Pro).

Instructions:

1. Open the Phone app and enter the code: ##4636###

On some firmware (MIUI Global), the engineering menu can be blocked. Alternative code for MediaTek chips (for example, in Redmi Note 11):

##36446337##

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The engineering menu allows you to manually switch network standards (2G/3G/4G/5G), but changing settings without need is not recommended - this can lead to loss of communication.

If after disconnecting the air mode through the engineering menu, the connection is not restored:

• 🔄 Reboot the phone.
• 📡 Manually select the operator in Settings → SIM-map → Communications operators.
• 🔧 Reset your network settings (in Method 5).

Qualcomm (Snapdragon)|MediaTek (Helio/Dimensity)|Another (e.g. Samsung Exynos)|I don't know-->

Method 5: Reset network settings (last resort)

If the flight mode is turned off but mobile internet or Wi-Fi is not working, the problem may lie in the network configuration.Resetting will return all connection settings to factory, but delete stored Wi-Fi passwords and VPN data.

How to reset:

1. Open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Reset Wi-Fi, Mobile Network and Bluetooth.
2. Click “Reset Settings”** and confirm the action.
3. After restarting, the phone will automatically connect to the available networks (you will need to enter passwords again).

On MIUI 14, the path may be different:

Settings → Memory → Advanced settings → Network reset

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Before resetting, save Wi-Fi passwords: open the list of networks in the settings, take screenshots or write data in a notebook.

What to do if the reset does not help:

What to do if nothing helps: Diagnostics of hardware problems

If all of these things don't work, it's probably hardware, and here's how to diagnose a malfunction:

1. Check it out. SIM-map: 📱 Extract. SIM-Map and paste it into another phone – if the connection works, the problem is Xiaomi smartphone. 🔍 Check the tray. SIM-cards for damage or oxidation of contacts.

Physical injury check:

• 🔎 Inspect the body for dents or cracks (especially in the upper part where the antennas are located).
• 💧 If the phone fell into the water, even briefly, the contacts on the motherboard could oxidize.

Typical hardware causes of "sticking" in the aircraft mode:

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If the phone has been repaired before (for example, a screen or battery replacement), the cause may lie in the wrong connection of antenna plumes.

The cost of repairs in official Xiaomi service centers (as of 2026):

• 🔧 Replacement of antenna module: 2,500 to 5,000 ₽ (model-wise).
• 🔌 Diagnosis of the motherboard: 1000-1 500 ₽.
• 📱 Flip-through EDL: 1 500–3 000 ₽.

FAQ: Frequent questions about the flight mode on Xiaomi