New Airport Rules: Totally Banned! Travelers, Take Note!
The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has introduced a new regulation to address fire risks posed by lithium batteries. With the travel season approaching, the authority announced that lithium batteries and portable chargers are now banned from being carried in checked luggage. Here are the details:
CAA officials have pointed out that improperly manufactured or incorrectly used lithium batteries can cause short circuits. This can lead to a process known as “thermal runaway,” where the batteries overheat and potentially explode, igniting other batteries. A blast during a flight could pose a serious security risk.
COMPLETELY BANNED NOW
With the travel season approaching, the CAA announced that lithium batteries and portable chargers are now banned from being carried in checked luggage.
FIRE RESPONSE IN CARGO IS DIFFICULT
Experts emphasize that if an explosion happens in the cargo hold, far from the cabin, the crew’s ability to intervene is significantly reduced. This situation puts both flight safety and passenger lives in danger.
AIRLINES HAVE INCREASED PRECAUTIONS
With the new regulation, many airlines have also tightened their measures. Some companies have banned the transportation of portable chargers in overhead bins or unchecked cabin luggage. Devices with lithium batteries can only be carried in carry-on luggage, subject to specific rules.
LIST OF RISKY DEVICES PUBLISHED
The CAA has published a list of devices that pose a fire risk. Passengers should pay attention to the following items:
- Power banks (portable chargers)
- Lithium-powered cameras
- Electric scooter batteries
- Laptop spare batteries
- Mobile phone spare batteries
These devices must be carried in the passenger’s carry-on luggage, not in the cargo hold. The CAA also reminded passengers to carefully review the airline’s transportation rules before their journey.
