- Maximum of two power banks per person
- Charging devices with a power bank is not permitted on board
- Charging power banks via on-board power sources is not permitted
- Usage for operating essential medical devices remains permitted
- Storage in overhead compartments not permitted, carriage exclusively in carry-on baggage under the seat, in the seat pocket or on the person
- Maximum permitted battery capacity: 100 Wh
- Carriage of power banks with a capacity between 100 Wh and max. 160 Wh requires approval from the respective airline
- The same regulations also apply to e-cigarettes
The Luthansa Group, first in Europe to now ban power banks
Saturday, 17 Jan, 2026
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The Lufthansa Group updated its safety measures on January 12. Starting 15 January 2026, power banks may neither be used nor charged on board Lufthansa Group airlines flights.
The ban applies on flights of Lufthansa but also Swiss, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, ITA Airways, Eurowings, Edelweiss and Air Dolomiti.
Each passenger may carry a maximum of two power banks in their carry-on baggage. The devices may only be stored in the seat pocket, on the passenger’s person, or in their carry-on luggage under the seat.
For safety reasons, transporting power banks and e-cigarettes in checked baggage or storing them in the overhead compartments is not permitted.
Power banks with a capacity between 100 Wh and 160 Wh must be approved by the airline in advance. Approved medical devices are exempt from this regulation.
With this group-wide regulation, the Lufthansa Group ensures a uniform handling of power banks on board across all its airlines. In addition, clear and consistent implementation on board supports overall flight safety. The regulation is aligned with the current recommendations of the international aviation authorities EASA, FAA, IATA and ICAO.
Overview of the key regulations
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