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- The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) will cap passengers at two power banks per flight and bar in-flight recharging, effective March 27, 2026.
- The move follows lithium-ion battery fires, including a January 2025 incident on an Air Busan flight.
- Airlines worldwide have begun tightening policies to align with ICAO guidelines and improve safety.
- Passengers should carry power banks in protective pouches and keep them accessible during flights.
