Singapore Airlines have announced a significant policy change taking effective in just three weeks. From April 1, the use of power banks on Singapore Airlines flights will be banned. This means that travellers are not allowed charge personal devices during flights or power banks via onboard USB ports. The move is a result of the International Air Transport Association’s (IAIA) new Dangerous Goods Regulation, which cites power banks as lithium batteries, posing safety risks if mishandled. Here’s what we know about the power banks ban on Singapore Airlines:
Power banks Singapore Airlines
Passengers are prohibited from in-flight charging using power banks following a series of safety incidents involving lithium batteries the past few years. One notable incident includes a 2023 Scoot flight where a power bank overheated and caught fire before takeoff. These incidents have been used to highlight the potential hazards associated with in-flight use and charging of power banks. Therefore, airlines need to adopt preventive measures.
Although, passengers are still allowed to carry power banks in cabin baggage adhering to specific capacity limits. For instance, power banks with capacities up to 100Wh can be brought onboard without special approval, while those between 100Wh and 160Wh require airline authorization.
The power bank ban reflects a broader trend in the aviation industry, where safety concerns over lithium-ion batteries have led to stricter regulations, to enhance travellers’ safety. It is recommended that passengers ensure their devices are fully charged before boarding to prevent battery-related fire incidents.
Additionally, several other Asian airlines have also banned the use of power banks on flights as of 2025. These include AirAsia, EVA Air, China Airlines, Air Busan, Starlux Airlines, to name a few. Meanwhile, South Korea introduced nationwide restrictions that limit passengers to five spare batteries up to 100Wh and banning those over 160Wh.
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