Southwest Airlines limits passengers to 1 portable charger per person over fire concerns [FOX Business Network]
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Southwest Airlines is rolling out stricter rules on portable chargers as concerns over lithium battery fires continue to rise on commercial flights In an internal message sent to employees Tuesday and reviewed by FOX Business, the Dallas-based carrier announced that beginning April 20, passengers will be limited to one lithium-powered portable charger per person. Each device must have a capacity of 100 watt-hours or less. Under the new policy, portable chargers must also be kept on the passenger or stored in a carry-on bag under the seat. They will no longer be permitted in overhead bins. Southwest is also banning the use of in-seat power outlets to recharge portable battery packs during flights. However, passengers may still use their chargers, as long as the devices remain visible at all times. The airline said the changes are designed to improve its ability to "contain and mitigate lithium battery incidents," including reducing the risk of onboard fires. "To ensure a s
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