Aviation Safety

Malaysia Airlines Group tightens power bank rules across all carriers

New guidelines affect passengers traveling with Malaysia Airlines, Firefly, and MASwings

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A line of Malaysia Airlines Boeing 737 aircraft parked at terminal gates at Kuala Lumpur International Airport. (Photo: Reuters)

Malaysia Airlines Group has announced new regulations for carrying power banks aboard their aircraft, set to take effect on April 1, 2025. The updated guidelines will apply to all passengers traveling with Malaysia Airlines, Firefly, and MASwings.

Under the new regulations, passengers must keep their power banks within reach at all times and are prohibited from storing them in overhead compartments. Approved storage locations include carry-on bags placed under the seat or seat pockets in front of passengers.

The airline group will allow passengers to carry up to two power banks with capacities between 100-160Wh. However, both charging and using power banks will be strictly prohibited during taxi, takeoff, and whenever the fasten seatbelt sign is illuminated.

For safety reasons, passengers are reminded that power banks and spare lithium-ion batteries are strictly prohibited in checked baggage, aligning with international aviation safety standards.

Malaysia Airlines joins other regional carriers in banning in-flight power bank use. EVA Air has already enforced similar restrictions this month, while Singapore Airlines and Scoot will implement comparable regulations starting April 1.

Written by
Dirk Andrei Salcedo

Dirk is the founder and editor-in-chief of Aviation Updates Philippines (AUP), a platform dedicated to providing the latest news and insights on the aviation industry in the Philippines. With a strong passion for aviation and a background in computer engineering, he manages all aspects of AUP, from website development to content curation.

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