IATA Class 9 Lithium Batteries Limitations

Lithium batteries are permitted with certain limitations. Lithium ion battery-powered equipment is acceptable as carry-on baggage and checked baggage with operator approval as long as the watt-hour rating is between 100 and 160 Wh. No more than two individually protected spare batteries are permitted per person in carry-on baggage only.

Portable electronic devices containing lithium metal or ion batteries, such as watches, cameras, mobile phones, and laptops, are permitted in carry-on baggage, checked baggage, or on one's person without the need for operator approval. Spare batteries for portable electronic devices are permitted in carry-on baggage only. These batteries must be protected to prevent short circuits.

Lithium ion-powered wheelchairs and mobility aids are permitted as checked baggage with operator approval as long as it meets the following conditions:

• The batteries must meet the requirements of Subsection 38.3 of the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria.
• The operator must verify that the battery terminals are protected from short-circuits, the battery is securely attached to the wheelchair or mobility aid, and all electrical circuits have been inhibited.
• Mobility aids must be secured against movement in the cargo hold by the use of straps, tie-downs, or other restraint devices.
• If the battery is designed so that it can be removed, the battery must be removed and carried in the passenger cabin. In addition, the battery must be protected from short circuits by insulating the terminals, the battery must be placed in a protective pouch, it must not exceed 300 Wh (for devices with two batteries, each battery must not exceed 160 Wh), and a maximum spare battery cannot exceed 300 Wh (or 160 Wh each for two spare batteries).
• The pilot-in-command must be informed of the location of the mobility aid with an installed battery or the location of the lithium battery when removed and carried in the cabin.
• Passengers should make advance arrangements with the operator.

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