Lithium ion battery on plane united airlines

What size lithium ion batteries can I carry on a plane?

With airline approval, devices can contain larger lithium ion batteries (101-160 watt hours per battery), but spares of this size are limited to two batteries in carry-on baggage only. This size covers the largest aftermarket extended-life laptop batteries and most lithium ion batteries for professional-grade audio/visual equipment.

Can you carry a recalled lithium battery on a plane?

Pack them in your carry-on. Don’t pack a recalled device, such as some MacBook Pro laptops and portable chargers. Damaged and recalled lithium batteries can overheat or catch fire. Follow these safety rules for traveling with lithium batteries: Completely turn off all devices with lithium-ion batteries that are in checked bags.

What batteries are allowed in carry-on luggage?

Batteries allowed in carry-on baggage include: Dry cell rechargeable batteries such as Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) and Nickel Cadmium (NiCad). For rechargeable lithium ion batteries; see next paragraph. Lithium ion batteries (a.k.a.: rechargeable lithium, lithium polymer, LIPO, secondary lithium).

Can you bring a battery on a plane?

Requirements vary based on the type of device and size of battery. Spare (uninstalled) lithium metal batteries and lithium ion batteries, portable rechargers, electronic cigarettes and vaping devices are prohibited in checked baggage. They must be carried with the passenger in carry-on baggage.

How many batteries can you carry on a plane?

With airline approval, passengers may also carry up to two spare larger lithium ion batteries (101–160 Wh) or Lithium metal batteries (2-8 grams). This size covers the larger after-market extended-life laptop computer batteries and some larger batteries used in professional audio/visual equipment.

Can lithium batteries cause a fire on a plane?

Smoke and fire incidents involving lithium batteries can be mitigated by the cabin crew and passengers inside the aircraft cabin. If carry-on baggage is checked at the gate or planeside, spare lithium batteries, electronic cigarettes, and vaping devices must be removed from the baggage and kept with the passenger in the aircraft cabin.