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Cathay Pacific has announced new regulations regarding the use and storage of lithium battery power banks on its flights, effective from tomorrow (Monday, 7 April 2025).

Key Points of the New Policy

• Storage Requirements: Passengers are prohibited from storing power banks in overhead compartments. Instead, they must keep them in their carry-on baggage under the seat in front of them.
• Usage Restrictions:
  • Charging power banks via in-seat power sources is not allowed.
  • Passengers cannot use power banks to charge or power personal electronic devices during the flight.
• Checked Baggage: Power banks are strictly prohibited from being placed in checked baggage or overhead compartments.

Official Announcement

Cathay Pacific’s announcement:

Bottom line

This new policy from Cathay is part of a broader trend in the industry – for example, Singapore Airlines now has a similar policy. Obviously safety is paramount, but airlines need to ensure that in-seat power ports are functional and reliable, especially on long haul flights.