Passengers flying with Emirates will no longer be able to use power banks during flights. The airline has introduced a new rule effective from October 1, 2025, which prevents passengers from using these devices while onboard. According to the regulation, each passenger can take a power bank up to 100 watts of cabin accessories, but the device should switch to the entire journey. Passengers cannot use power banks to charge their phones or tablets, nor can they recharge power banks using these-seat outlets.

Emirates said that the verdict said after a security review. The airline said, “The use of power banks has increased considerably in recent years, causing more battery related events in aviation. The purpose of this measure is to reduce such risks.”

The airline highlighted that increasing dependence on power banks has contributed to an increase in incidence related to lithium battery in aviation. By restricting their use, the purpose of the Emirates is to overheat or reduce the risks associated with the battery.

The airline has also clarified storage rules. Approved power banks should have visual capacity rating and can only be placed in the seat pocket or under the front seat, not in overhead compartment. Emirates stated that its aircraft are already fit with charging ports, but passengers should ensure that their equipment is fully charged before boarding, especially on long flights.

Power banks are portable chargerrs used widely used to recharge small devices such as smartphones, tablets and smartwatches. Some large models can also power the laptop. These gadgets usually have lithium-ion or lithium-polymer batteries, which can reduce the dangers of fire if wrong or damaged.

The global aviation authority including FAA, TSA, CAA and IATA already regulate power bank use. Generally, power banks should be transported to hand goods and may not exceed 100Wh (about 27,000mAh). Some airlines allow power banks up to 160Wh with pre -approval, but people above this limit are banned from flights.

The IATA also allows 20 spare batteries or power banks under 100 WH, and up to two between 100–160Wh with approval. However, the airlines can implement strict restrictions, as the Emirates has now done.

Passengers planning to carry power banks should ensure that the devices are below 100Wh, and for personal use. Passengers are advised to fully charge both their power banks and electronic devices before leaving for the airport, as in-seats or airport outlets remain the only option during the trip.