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Anac updates rules for carrying power banks on aircraft

2 sources · 25 Apr 2026

Anac updated rules for carrying portable chargers on flights to reduce fire risks. The ordinance was published in the Official Gazette and incorporates specifications from the International Civil Aviation Organization.

Anac updated the rules for transporting power banks on airplanes due to safety risks posed by lithium batteries, which can malfunction and cause overheating. The revision incorporated new specifications from the International Civil Aviation Organization regarding the transport of these devices.

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Power banks must be transported exclusively in carry-on luggage

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Each passenger may carry a maximum of two power banks

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Equipment up to 100Wh is allowed, between 100-160Wh requires airline authorization, and above 160Wh is prohibited

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Using power banks to charge other electronics during flight is prohibited

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Power banks must be protected against short-circuits

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Recharging power banks during flight is prohibited

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The measures aim to reduce fire risk from lithium battery overheating

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