

Lithium-Ion and Lithium-Polymer batteries are the most common rechargeable cell types found in Portable Chargers.Spare lithium batteries (both lithium metal and lithium ion/polymer) are prohibited in checked baggage.If you need to pack a spare battery for a scooter or wheelchair, you must advise the aircraft operator so the battery can be properly packaged for air travel. Car batteries, wet batteries, or spillable batteries are prohibited from both carry-on and checked baggage unless they are being used to power a scooter or wheelchair.In the cabin, airline flight crews can better monitor conditions, and have access to the batteries or device if a fire does occur. Except for lithium batteries, all the batteries allowed in carry-on baggage are also allowed in checked baggage however, we recommend that you pack them in your carry-on bag whenever possible.This includes all the typical non-rechargeable batteries for personal film cameras and digital cameras (AA, AAA, 123, CR123A, CR1, CR2, CRV3, CR22, 2CR5, etc.) as well as the flat round lithium button cells. Consumer-sized batteries (up to 2 grams of lithium per battery) may be carried.

These batteries are often used with cameras and other small personal electronics. Lithium metal batteries (a.k.a.: non-rechargeable lithium, primary lithium).Lithium ion batteries that are between 101 – 160 wh are allowed in carry-on bags with airline approval. Most consumer lithium ion batteries are below this size. This size covers larger extended-life laptop batteries. Up to two larger lithium ion batteries (more than 8 grams, up to 25 grams of equivalent lithium content per battery) in their carry-on.This size covers AA, AAA, 9-volt, cell phone, PDA, camera, camcorder, Gameboy, and standard laptop computer batteries. Lithium ion batteries (a.k.a.: rechargeable lithium, lithium polymer, LIPO, secondary lithium).Jump starters with lithium ion batteries.Dry cell rechargeable batteries such as Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) and Nickel Cadmium (NiCad).Dry cell alkaline batteries typical AA, AAA, C, D, 9-volt, button sized cells, etc.If you have any additional questions about batteries, please reach out to the FAA. Batteries - Whether they’re for business, health reasons, or leisure, we all travel with gadgets, and gadgets need batteries! Here’s a rundown of different types of batteries and whether they’re permitted or not.
