When the power source is not available during the journey, people use the power bank to charge their electronic devices. This device has a lithium-ion battery, which can be dangerous when heated. Many recent events have raised concerns about the use of power banks, resulting in airlines implemented new rules regarding their use in flights.
Why are power banks dangerous?
The lithium-ion battery used in the power bank can catch or burst if the battery is hot. The accident in Air Busan aircraft earlier this year has attracted the attention of the airlines to the issue. Due to this phenomenon, new rules have been implemented in flights regarding the use and storage of power bank.
Which airlines implemented the ban?
Domestic airlines companies in India still allow passengers to be taken to the power bank. However, passengers are required to check the airline rules while traveling international. For example, some airlines such as Singapore Airlines have set boundaries on the size and capacity of power banks. Passengers can check the airline website for more information.
What are the new rules?
Some airlines have implemented strict rules regarding the use and storage of power banks. Airlines such as Thai Airways allow passengers to be taken to the power bank in the cabin, but it is prohibited to use them to charge the equipment during the flight. The Air Busan also allows the power bank to be taken, but is not allowed to be kept in overhead storage. Passengers should always keep it with them.
What should passengers do?
Many airlines companies are currently making new rules regarding power banks. Therefore, it is necessary to read the airline rules carefully before the journey. To avoid accidents related to power bank, experts recommend buying the power bank of real brands and keeping its capacity less than 20,000 mAh. Additionally, the phone, tablet and smartwatch should be fully charged before the flight so that the power bank is not required during the journey. These new rules have been implemented for the safety of the passengers and it is the responsibility of every passenger to follow them.
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