Global Regulators Tighten Airline Power Bank Rules Amid Fire Risk
Global aviation regulators are tightening rules for power banks on flights due to a sharp rise in lithium battery fire incidents and safety concerns.
Feb 22, 20265 min
SAFETY
3 aviation articles tagged “Carry-on Rules”
Global aviation regulators are tightening rules for power banks on flights due to a sharp rise in lithium battery fire incidents and safety concerns.
Lufthansa Group banned power bank use on all flights, citing EASA and IATA safety recommendations due to the thermal runaway risk.
The Lufthansa Group banned the use and charging of power banks on all flights starting January 15, 2026, citing lithium-ion battery fire risks.