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ICAO/IATA Regulatory Update: Power Banks in Flight

  • Ari Ketola
  • 2 hours ago
  • 2 min read

The latest ICAO Technical Instructions addendum introduces important updates regarding the carriage and use of power banks (portable lithium batteries) by passengers and crew. These changes are aimed at enhancing onboard safety and addressing growing concerns around lithium battery incidents.


This new update affects the dangerous goods training and eLearning courses. We have taken immediate action to update all our DGR courses in line with the latest regulations, as this urgent mid-year update addresses a hot topic that has caused several incidents around the world.


Power banks on a table

What Has Changed?

The updated provisions for power banks carried for personal use are as follows:

  • Carry-on only (existing requirement): Power banks must continue to be transported in carry-on baggage only.

  • No recharging onboard (new requirement): Power banks must not be recharged during the flight.

  • Restricted usage onboard (new recommendation): It is recommended not to use power banks to charge electronic devices while onboard.

  • Quantity limitation (new requirement): A maximum of two power banks per person is now permitted.

  • Protection against short circuits (existing requirement): Power banks must be individually protected (e.g. original packaging, terminal covers, or separate pouches).


What This Means for Training

All relevant Airport College International Dangerous Goods (DGR CBTA) eLearning courses have been updated accordingly to reflect these regulatory changes.


These updates ensure that

  • Ground handling staff

  • Airline personnel

  • Cargo and passenger service teams

remain fully compliant with the latest ICAO/IATA requirements.

 

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Our online training programmes are used by leading aviation companies in more than 140 countries worldwide. We are proud to offer courses in several languages, helping organisations overcome training challenges across diverse teams and regions.


We are actively working with new clients to help solve the aviation industry’s training and compliance challenges.


Would You Like to Know More?

Please do not hesitate to contact us for further information about our training services.


Simply email us at: ari.ketola@airportcollege.com


Best regards, Ari


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