Lithium battery faa regulations

Are lithium ion batteries allowed aboard aircraft?

The IFR amendments neither restricted passengers or crew members from bringing electronic devices containing lithium cells or batteries aboard aircraft nor restricted the air transport of lithium ion cells or batteries when packed with or contained in equipment.

What does the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 mean for lithium batteries?

These provisions addressed safety concerns from lithium battery transportation risks and mandates from the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018, including adding an exception, with approval from the Associate Administrator, for certain medical device lithium batteries.

How do I contact the FAA about transporting lithium batteries?

Lithium Battery Questions? For questions about transporting lithium batteries by air you may contact the FAA Office of Hazardous Materials Safety via e-mail at [email protected] or via voice message at 405-954-0088. Please allow 1–2 business days for answers to questions.

Should lithium ion cells be allowed on passenger aircraft?

While this work continues, it is in the best interest of the public that carriage of lithium ion cells or batteries as cargo on passenger aircraft be prohibited and that state of charge be reduced on lithium ion cells and batteries being carried as cargo on cargo-only aircraft.

How many lithium ion batteries can be transported on a plane?

PHMSA would authorize the transport on passenger aircraft of not more than two lithium cells or batteries specifically used for a medical device and would waive the 30 percent state of charge limit for lithium ion cells and batteries, with an approval of the Associate Administrator.

What is the ICAO final rule on lithium batteries?

In this case, the final rule further harmonizes U.S. lithium battery provisions with the ICAO Technical Instructions so as to reduce regulatory burdens and minimize delays arising from having to comply with divergent regulatory requirements.