The TSA already bans rechargeable and non-rechargeable lithium batteries for phones and laptops from checked baggage.

Southwest Airlines mandates visible portable chargers during flights to enhance safety, addressing risks of thermal runaway ...

This year, there have been at least 22 incidents involving lithium batteries in air travel, according to data from the ...

Under a new policy taking effect Wednesday, May 28, Southwest Airlines will be the first domestic carrier requiring ...

Passengers on Southwest Airlines flights will soon be required to keep their portable chargers in plain sight while using ...

Some research suggests that portable chargers might be the second-leading cause of battery fires on planes, only behind electronic cigarettes.

Passengers on Southwest Airlines flights will soon be required to keep their portable chargers in plain sight while in use due to concerns about lithium-ion battery fires, The Associated Press reports ...

It’s about anger and pain over slavery, too Southwest Airlines will require chargers be kept out while in use because of battery fire concerns Caitlin Clark says it was too loud to hear alleged ...

It’s about anger and pain over slavery, too Southwest Airlines will require chargers be kept out while in use because of battery fire concerns Caitlin Clark says it was too loud to hear alleged ...

The Trump administration on Friday dropped a lawsuit brought against Southwest Airlines by former President Biden’s Transportation Department (DOT) alleging it advertised unrealistic flight ...

Southwest Airlines will begin charging for checked bags for most fares starting May 28, 2025. The change affects passengers flying on Basic, Wanna Get Away Plus and Anytime fares. Business Select ...

Southwest Airlines has long positioned itself as more of a budget option for travelers, offering two free checked bags for every passenger, and open seating plan with no premium seats or packages ...