There is one item that TSA is saying you can’t pack in your checked luggage anymore!
If you’re planning a trip to Disney World this summer, you might have to change up your packing strategy. There is yet another item you can’t pack in your checked baggage.
The TSA recently issued a ban on packing portable chargers in checked luggage. Specifically, portable charges with lithium-ion batteries. While they are efficient and powerful chargers, they are a fire hazard — as they could cause a fire if they short-circuit.
Some airlines, such as United and American Airlines, have banned lithium-ion battery chargers in checked luggage for a while now. However, United and other airlines have allowed up to two lithium-ion batteries in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration regulations, according to Lehigh Valley Live. They also added that the lithium-ion batteries can only be used for personal use. They can NOT be used for sale or distribution.
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There are other portable charges that you can buy, you might just have to start looking for any that don’t have lithium-ion batteries. The other thing to note here is that it was specified not to pack them in checked luggage. That means they should still be okay to bring along in your carry-on items and personal bags.
It’s important to be aware of different rule changes at the airport. It will limit inconveniences and travel delays. It definitely sucks considering how essential portable chargers are for any trip, but it’s necessary to keep folks safe! To stay up to date on all the latest news, be sure to follow us at AllEars.
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How do you feel about this change? Let us know in the comments!
I went to Michigan in latter part of March til early April, I had my charger in my carry on. I had no problem going through security.
As long as it is for our safety, nobody wants to die from an airline crash because we packed a battery that may cause a fire. Let’s all do the right thing and be safe when we fly.
When has a portable charger randomly caught fire? Did they get that memo?