Virgin Australia is considering changes to its lithium battery rules due to a flight fire associated with a power bank in carry-on luggage. Australia's Civil Aviation Safety Authority reports that typical passengers carry at least four rechargeable lithium battery devices. General guidelines allow laptops and cameras in checked luggage if turned off, while spare batteries and power banks must remain in carry-on due to fire risks. Airlines like Qantas restrict power bank use, and several international carriers have outright banned them on flights.
Virgin Australia is considering rule changes regarding lithium batteries after a fire on a flight was allegedly caused by a passenger's power bank.
Australia's Civil Aviation Safety Authority notes that the average passenger travels with at least four rechargeable lithium devices contained in smartphones, laptops, and portable power banks.
Rules for carrying lithium batteries vary by airline, but typically laptops and cameras can be checked as long as they are powered off.
Passengers traveling with power banks must keep them in carry-on luggage, ensuring that they are protected and in compliance with airline restrictions.
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