Airlines with Notable Restrictions on Power Banks
1. China Airlines, EVA Air (Taiwan), and most Chinese carriers (e.g., Air China, China Eastern, China Southern)
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Capacity limit:
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≤100 Wh (27,000 mAh at 3.7V): Allowed without approval.
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100–160 Wh: May be allowed with airline approval.
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160 Wh: Prohibited.
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Limit: Usually 2 power banks per person.
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Must be labeled with Wh or mAh + voltage.
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Must be carried in cabin, not in checked luggage.
2. Singapore Airlines
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Similar rules as above, strictly enforced.
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Devices must be for personal use only.
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Random checks are conducted at boarding.
3. Qatar Airways
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Strictly prohibits battery banks in checked bags.
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Carry-on only, and must be used only in-flight for personal devices, not charging laptops or others’ devices.
4. Emirates / Etihad
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Follow IATA guidance; however, pre-approval is required for high-capacity units (100–160 Wh).
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Power banks must not be used during flight on some routes.
5. Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific, and other Southeast Asian carriers
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Generally restrict to 2 units ≤20,000 mAh.
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Above that, must seek approval.
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Not allowed in checked baggage under any condition.
Airlines with Standard Policies (IATA-aligned)
Most US and European airlines (e.g., Delta, United, American, Lufthansa, British Airways, Air France, KLM) follow IATA rules:
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≤100 Wh: Allowed in carry-on.
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100–160 Wh: Up to 2 units with airline approval.
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Must not be in checked baggage.
Common Restrictions Across Airlines
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Prohibited in checked baggage
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Power banks over 160 Wh are banned
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Often limited to 2 devices per passenger
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Must be clearly labeled with capacity
