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Powerbank in Airplane: Capacity & FAQ
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In our increasingly connected world, taking a power bank on a plane has almost become a necessity for many travelers. But, are you always allowed to take a power bank on board?
In this blog we discuss what you need to know about a power bank on a plane , from capacity to useful tips. This way you are well prepared and you know for sure that your power bank can travel with you.
When traveling by plane, you are allowed to carry power banks in your hand luggage. However, there is an important limitation regarding the total capacity: you are allowed to carry two power banks with a combined capacity of no more than 27,000 milliampere hours (mAh). This means that you need to pay attention to the capacity of each individual power bank to ensure that you stay within this limit. This rule is in place to ensure safety during the flight and is applied by most airlines and according to international aviation guidelines.
For those looking for a reliable power bank for use during flights, we recommend the R2B Powerbank with a capacity of 20,000 mAh. This power bank falls within the permitted limits for airlines, which means you can safely take it with you in your hand luggage. With its capacity of 20,000 mAh, it offers enough energy to charge your devices multiple times, without the need for a power outlet.
When preparing for your flight with power banks, it’s important to know how to convert milliamp hours (mAh) to watt hours (Wh). This conversion is crucial because some airlines display their power bank limits in Wh instead of mAh. The formula to convert mAh to Wh is relatively simple: multiply the power bank’s capacity in mAh by its voltage in volts (V), then divide by 1,000.
For example, if a power bank has a capacity of 10,000 mAh at a standard voltage of 3.7 V, then the capacity in Wh is: 10,000 x 3.7 / 1000 = 37 Wh.
If you would like to have it calculated, click here to calculate it on a handy website!
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If you have any questions about taking power banks on a plane, check out our FAQ below where we cover some frequently asked questions on this topic in detail!
Yes, power banks are allowed on the plane, but power banks must be carried in hand luggage. The rules can vary depending on the airline, so it is important to check these in advance.
Most airlines allow power banks in carry-on luggage up to a certain capacity, often expressed in milliampere hours (mAh) or watt hours (Wh). A general rule is a maximum capacity of 27,000 mAh, but this can vary.
To convert mAh to Wh, multiply the capacity of the power bank in mAh by the voltage in volts (V) and divide by 1000. For example: a 10,000 mAh power bank at 3.7 V converts to 10,000×3.71000=37�ℎ100010,000×3.7=37Wh.
No, power banks are not allowed in checked baggage. A power bank must be carried in hand baggage and must remain switched off during the entire flight.
Yes, in addition to capacity limits, power banks must be turned off for the entire flight and may not be used to charge a device. Some airlines also require prior approval for higher capacity power banks.
