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Power banks on connecting flights

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Check every operating airline and relevant departure or transit airport. An allowance on the first flight does not grant permission on the next one.

Find who actually operates the flight

On a codeshare itinerary, the airline selling the ticket may differ from the airline operating the aircraft. Find the “operated by” line on each booking segment and use that carrier’s baggage rules.

Make a simple trip checklist

For each leg, record the maximum Wh, quantity, onboard use policy and any country-specific marking rule. Obtain approval in advance wherever required, and keep the approval with your booking.

Official source: FAA PackSafe

Last checked 2026-11-04

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Power banks on connecting flights

Check every operating airline and relevant departure or transit airport. An allowance on the first flight does not grant permission on the next one.

Find who actually operates the flight

On a codeshare itinerary, the airline selling the ticket may differ from the airline operating the aircraft. Find the “operated by” line on each booking segment and use that carrier’s baggage rules.

Make a simple trip checklist

For each leg, record the maximum Wh, quantity, onboard use policy and any country-specific marking rule. Obtain approval in advance wherever required, and keep the approval with your booking.

Where can I check the official rule?

Use the FAA PackSafe source linked above and confirm with every operating airline on your itinerary.

Independent guidance, not airline approval. Confirm with your operating airline before travel. Report a correction.