Originally Posted by
YVR Cockroach
I have an iPhone XS Max that has a protective case with a built-in powerbank. Since such appears to be a rare item, does anyone have an idea if it's permitted onboard (at least if not flying from the PRC or on a PRC airline). There's absolutely no safety agency markings on it.
I'd take off the case but I don't have another one to use.
Originally Posted by
crackjack
Is it larger than 100W? If not, and since you are not flying within the PRC, I am not aware of any significant new restrictions which determine whether a power bank can fly as cabin luggage.
What might be required is that the power bank not charge your phone (so I guess remove it on the plane), not be placed in the overhead compartment, have the capacity listed on the battery, etc.
The other thread on power banks lists (some of) the new regulations recently issued, many airlines seem to be aligning on a list of similar requirements (as above).
I would be more concerned about the lack of markings on the power bank period. Every time I've had to travel through PRC, any power bank of mine without markings has been confiscated. They were confiscated. It hasn't bothered me as they were usually the older, used for several years type so the markings have usually "rubbed off". There is also that new marking required by the PRC... If you plan on travelling domestically via airplane or possibly train, I would suggest being cautious. Likely won't get in trouble, but you could have the case confiscated.