Virgin and Qantas to ban power bank use

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https://www.qantasnewsroom.com.au/media-releases/qantas-and-jetstar-to-introduce-new-safety-measures-for-power-banks-on-all-flights

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Nov 21, 2025

Australian airlines to ban power banks following safety concerns

Virgin Australia and Qantas will ban the use of portable power banks from next month following a string of international incidents.

www.abc.net.au

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Nah, they’ll just start adding screens to power banks and call them mini tablets.

Or add a keyboard to the power bank

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ICAO have released new rules.

New power bank restrictions will safeguard international aviation

New power bank restrictions will safeguard international aviationToday’s decision from the International Civil Aviation Organization reflects emerging expertise around risks presented by passengers’ lithium batteriesNew lithium battery-powered power bank specifications from the International...

www.icao.int

New lithium battery-powered power bank specifications from the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) today will enhance safety and peace of mind for passengers and airlines alike. Following the improvements agreed today, these devices will now be limited to two per passenger, and passengers will be prohibited from recharging them during flights. Importantly, crew will however be able to continue to carry and use these power banks in line with the operational requirements of the aircraft. The new specifications will address emerging risks and become effective on 27 March 2026.