Global crackdown on power banks: What travellers need to know about new airport rules
A travel tech columnist recounts the tightening global regulations on power banks in air travel, using a personal anecdote from Shanghai's Pudong airport where security officers rigorously inspected power banks for safety certifications and capacity limits. The article explores the growing restrictions on lithium-ion batteries in carry-on luggage, the reasons behind them (fire risks), and practical advice for travellers navigating these new rules.
Key quotes
The security officer at Shanghai's Pudong airport two weeks ago was staring down passengers' power banks the way a jeweller studies a suspect diamond.
Power banks had to come out of the bag along with laptops, and were inspected for the specifications printed on their casings.
Two passengers near me lost theirs on the spot: one because it lacked China's mandatory 3C safety certification mark; the other because its power capacity exceeded 160Wh.
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