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Beware! Singapore Airlines & Scoot Ban Powerbanks On Aircraft Starting April 2025!

Starting April 1, 2025, Singapore Airlines (SIA) and Scoot have implemented new rules that you need to know. Both airlines prohibit the use of power banks during flights. This rule applies to all SIA and Scoot flights, regardless of destination. This policy was taken as a safety precaution following several incidents of fires on planes suspected to have been caused by power banks. The official announcement was made via Facebook on March 12, 2025. 

Although the use of power banks is prohibited during flights, Fimela Friends are still allowed to bring power banks in their cabin bags. However, there are power capacity limitations that need to be considered. Power banks with a capacity of up to 100 Wh can be carried without special approval from the airline. Meanwhile, power banks with a capacity of 100 Wh to 160 Wh require approval from SIA or Scoot before the flight. It is important to remember that power banks with a capacity above 160 Wh are strictly prohibited from being brought on board the plane, yes, Fimela Friends! 

In addition to the prohibition on use, charging power banks via USB ports on the plane is also prohibited. So, make sure Fimela Friends are well prepared before flying. This policy is in line with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) regulations on dangerous goods, as power banks are classified as lithium batteries that can potentially pose a flight safety risk. 

New Power Bank Rules on Singapore Airlines & Scoot: What You Need to Know 

Dear Fimela friends, this new rule may be a bit inconvenient, but for the sake of everyone's safety, it is very important to comply with it. Make sure you have checked the capacity of your power bank before leaving. Don't let your vacation plans be disrupted by things that can be avoided. 

Here is a summary of the power bank rules on SIA and Scoot that you need to remember: 

Power banks are prohibited from being used during flights. 

Power banks are prohibited from being charged via USB ports on the plane. 

Power banks up to 100 Wh: May be carried without approval. 

Power banks 100 Wh - 160 Wh: Requires approval from the airline. 

Power banks above 160 Wh: Prohibited from being carried. 

Power banks cannot be put in checked baggage. 

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