Flying to the US? Don't pack these 7 items
Battery ban on US-bound flights: TSA issues new travel rules
Flying to the US with gadgets? Avoid packing batteries in checked baggage—TSA bans seven battery items after fire incidents. Are your devices on the list?
Frequent flyers to the United States, take note. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA), in coordination with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), has announced a fresh set of travel restrictions that ban seven types of battery-related items from all checked baggage on US-bound flights.
Frequent flyers to the United States, take note. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA), in coordination with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), has announced a fresh set of travel restrictions that ban seven types of battery-related items from all checked baggage on US-bound flights.
The move comes in response to rising concerns over fire-related incidents linked to batteries carried in aircraft cargo. If you are someone who travels with multiple gadgets or power sources, this update is critical.
Travellers are now required to carry these restricted items only in cabin baggage to ensure onboard safety.
What’s banned now
According to the TSA, the following items are no longer allowed in checked luggage:
Power banks
Cell phone battery charging cases
Spare lithium-ion batteries
Spare lithium-metal batteries
Mobile phone batteries
Laptop batteries
External battery packs and portable rechargers
These batteries must now be packed exclusively in cabin baggage and declared during security checks when necessary.
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Reason behind the rule
The new regulation follows a series of incidents where overheating batteries sparked fires mid-flight or during ground handling, posing severe risks to passengers and crew.
“This move comes after several fire-related incidents involving batteries on commercial flights,” the TSA said in its updated guidelines.
By ensuring such devices are accessible in the cabin, authorities can act quickly in case of malfunction, preventing potential disasters.
What travellers should do
If you are headed to the US, make sure all power banks and spare batteries are kept in your hand luggage. Avoid placing any such item in your checked baggage to prevent delays or confiscation.
The rule applies to both U.S. nationals and international passengers on all airlines operating flights to the United States.
So the next time you fly to the U.S, pack smart, stay compliant, and travel safe.
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