Media Release
New Power Bank Safety Restrictions to be Implemented on Flights Departing Singapore
6 April 2026
From 15 April 2026, 0001hrs (Singapore time), passengers departing from Singapore may carry a maximum of two power banks per person on board flights; passengers carrying more than two power banks will be required to dispose of the excess power banks before the flight. Power banks must also not be charged on board the aircraft and passengers are advised not to use power banks to charge their devices during the flight.
2 The new Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) restrictions for power banks on flights departing Singapore follow an addendum to the Technical Instructions for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air issued by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) on 2 April 2026 to update safety requirements associated with the carriage and use of power banks on board aircraft. Lithium batteries in power banks can overheat or short-circuit, posing a fire and safety hazard on board flights. ICAO’s new requirement of a maximum of two power banks per passenger and restrictions on the charging and use of power banks on board flights seek to reduce the risk of fire while catering for passengers' travelling needs.
3 CAAS is working with airlines and other aviation stakeholders to implement the new requirements in a smooth and orderly manner. Airlines will inform their passengers of the new requirements. In consultation with the airlines, CAAS will provide some time for the airlines to do so and for passengers to familiarise themselves and have the requirements take effect only from 15 April 2026. In the meantime, passenger service and security screening officers will be trained. Information on the new restrictions will also be displayed at key touchpoints across the airport as a reminder to passengers.
4 Other existing requirements continue to apply, including the prohibition of power banks in check-in baggage, capacity limits and the requirement for power banks to be individually protected to prevent short circuit (such as keeping them in protective pouches). As airlines may also have more restrictive policies on power banks, passengers are advised to check with their airlines before travelling.
5 Mr Foong Ling Huei, Director of Flight Standards, CAAS, said, “The new requirements will help reduce the risk of fire caused by power banks on board flights. We urge all passengers to familiarise themselves and comply with the new requirements, for their own safety and the safety of other passengers.”
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