Airline power bank ban: Those who flout rules may be fined or have device confiscated, say experts

The ban comes as a spate of high-profile cabin fire incidents linked with power banks have happened over the past few months. - Photo: ST

SINGAPORE: Travellers who ignore a new aviation industry ban may face warnings, fines, or have their devices confiscated, experts tell The Straits Times.

From April 1, Singapore Airlines (SIA) and its low-cost arm Scoot will prohibit passengers from using or charging power banks in-flight. This comes after a series of cabin fire incidents in the last three months on carriers such as Batik Air and Air Busan.