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September 30, (THEWILL) — Emirates Airlines has announced a new safety measure prohibiting the use of power banks onboard its flights, effective Wednesday, October 1, 2025.
Under the new regulation, passengers may still carry one power bank under 100 watt-hours in their cabin baggage, but the devices must remain unused throughout the flight. This means travellers cannot use power banks to charge their electronic devices, nor can they recharge the power banks using the aircraft’s in-seat power supply.
The airline clarified that all accepted power banks must display clear capacity ratings and should be stored only in the seat pocket or under the seat in front, not in the overhead compartments. The existing rule prohibiting power banks in checked luggage remains in force.
Emirates explained that the decision follows a comprehensive safety review prompted by the rise in lithium battery-related incidents across the aviation industry.
A statement on its website, described power bank as a “portable, rechargeable device primarily designed to provide power to other electronic devices such as smart phones, tablets, laptops and cameras.”
Power banks, which typically use lithium-ion or lithium-polymer batteries, pose fire hazards when damaged or overcharged. Such risks may lead to “thermal runaway” — a dangerous chain reaction that can result in overheating, fire, or explosions.
While most modern devices have built-in safeguards against overcharging, Emirates noted that many basic power banks lack these features, heightening safety concerns.
The airline said the updated rules will allow cabin crew to respond swiftly in case of emergencies, as storing power banks in easily accessible places ensures quicker intervention.
“Safety is at the heart of everything we do”, Emirates said in a statement, stressing its ongoing commitment to protect passengers and staff.
Despite the ban, Emirates assured travellers that all its aircraft are equipped with in-seat charging facilities, while advising customers to fully charge their devices before boarding, especially on long-haul journeys.
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