Here I found an interesting summary how to transport Li+, but also other, batteries on flights: https://petapixel.com/flying-with-lithium-batteries-what-you-need-to-know/

 

Wolfgang

My biggest pet peeve is gate agents forcing me to remove the battery bank from its slot under the handle on my away carry on when boarding. 

 

They tell me it can't be in that slot, but can be inside the bag, in my backpack, etc? 

 

How is it any different in that slot? It doesn't make any sense.

 

I usually take it out, then put it back in there on the jet bridge.

12 hours ago, Architeuthis said:

Here I found an interesting summary how to transport Li+, but also other, batteries on flights: https://petapixel.com/flying-with-lithium-batteries-what-you-need-to-know/

 

Wolfgang

An excellent reminder on why we should be concerned about battery safety. Thanks Wolfgang.

Airlines are getting more strict, esp in Asia: 

https://thepointsguy.com/news/portable-batteries-regulations-asia/

And here is Hong Kong https://www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/202503/24/P2025032400518.htm?fontSize=1

 

The new rules don't seem too onerous, just a ziplock for powerbanks and batteries in cases or bags.  Though the practicality of banning them from the overhead compartments is questionable,other than that don't use powerbanks while on board.   I also found article stating the US wanted to ban Cameras from checked bags - which could be a positive??