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When will lithium ion batteries be available for air transport?

From 1 January 2026, lithium-ion batteries that are packed with equipment and vehicles powered by lithium ion or sodium ion batteries must be offered for air transport with the battery at a reduced state of charge, unless otherwise approved by the relevant tates (A331).S

How many batteries can be carried on a plane?

The operator may approve the carriage of than 20 batteries. Limited to maximum 2 spare batteries. Wh rating does not exceed 2.7 Wh for lithium-ion batteries per device. If the baggage is to be checked in, the lithium battery must be removed and the removed battery must be carried in the cabin.

Are lithium ion batteries safe in air transportation?

For the 2025 Edition of the Dangerous Goods Regulations, IATA added new recommendations related to lithium ion batteries in air transportation. IATA now recommends that shippers of lithium-ion batteries packed in or with equipment (UN 3481), or in vehicles (UN 3556), abide by a limit on state-of-charge in air transportation.

Can lithium-ion batteries be transported on a plane?

Stay ahead with RRC. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has adopted a significant change to the transport regulations for lithium-ion batteries. From 1 January 2026, lithium-ion batteries contained in or shipped with appliances may only be transported with a maximum state of charge (SoC) of 30%.