IATA’s 68th Dangerous Goods Regulations edition takes effect on January 1, 2027. Its operator guidance says the approval provision for power banks above 100 Wh through 160 Wh will not continue into that edition.
Does this replace current airline rules today?
No. This is a dated forward-looking note. Check the current policy of each operating airline and reconfirm for a 2027 flight. Many airlines already cap power banks at 100 Wh. National implementation and airline requirements can differ.
What should I check for a 2027 trip?
Read your bank’s Wh label before selecting it for travel. Do not assume an earlier approval for a bank above 100 Wh remains valid. Ask the operating airline about your travel date.
IATA’s 68th Dangerous Goods Regulations edition takes effect on January 1, 2027. Its operator guidance says the approval provision for power banks above 100 Wh through 160 Wh will not continue into that edition.
Does this replace current airline rules today?
No. This is a dated forward-looking note. Check the current policy of each operating airline and reconfirm for a 2027 flight. Many airlines already cap power banks at 100 Wh. National implementation and airline requirements can differ.
What should I check for a 2027 trip?
Read your bank’s Wh label before selecting it for travel. Do not assume an earlier approval for a bank above 100 Wh remains valid. Ask the operating airline about your travel date.
Where can I check the official rule?
Use the IATA operator guidance, March 31, 2026 (pages 1 and 4) source linked above and confirm with every operating airline on your itinerary.
Independent guidance, not airline approval. Confirm with your operating airline before travel. Report a correction.
