A Shocking Ban That Might Impact Your Next Flight

I just found out that Airline bans power banks in overhead bins after one of its planes was nearly destroyed by an in-flight fire. On January 28, South Korea’s Air Busan experienced a terrifying incident: a flight attendant detected flames erupting from a passenger’s overhead luggage bin shortly before takeoff. Thankfully, no one was hurt, but the damage left the airline rethinking how to store portable chargers and other lithium battery devices.

Why the Ban Matters

According to Air Busan, there’s been a noticeable spike in overheating issues lately—a power bank can catch fire if it malfunctions or is packed incorrectly. Starting Friday, passengers will have their carry-ons inspected at the boarding gate, and if Airline bans power banks from being stowed overhead, that means travelers must keep them in personal possession. The idea is that if a battery starts heating up, smoke or sparks would be visible right away, making it easier for crew members to handle the situation before it spirals into something worse.

The Bigger Picture

Lithium batteries are everywhere—in phones, laptops, and yes, power banks. But they can also be ticking time bombs if they short-circuit. That’s why global standards already forbid them in checked luggage. Now, with this new policy, Airline bans power banks overhead while also boosting fire safety training and fire containment gear on board. South Korea’s also looking to revamp aviation safety after multiple major incidents in just a few months. The bottom line? Keep those portable chargers on you—and be prepared for extra scrutiny on your next flight.

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Bryan Seal
Bryan Seal
Bryan is an American novelist and Veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Between those careers, he’s worked as a deckhand, commercial fisherman, divemaster, taxi driver, construction manager, and over the road truck driver, among many other things.

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