2026
Current airline policy
Some carriers permit power banks above 100 Wh up to 160 Wh with approval. Others already prohibit them or publish conflicting wording.
1 JAN 2027
IATA standard changes
The 68th edition removes the 100–160 Wh power-bank allowance. IATA’s guidance distinguishes the standard from state and airline implementation.
YOUR FLIGHT
Confirm adoption
We have not verified every airline’s 2027 implementation. A future-date result shows this uncertainty instead of claiming one universal legal ban.
What the source establishes
IATA’s guidance, dated 31 March 2026, explains the 2026 addendum and the 2027 edition. It is an industry-standard source, not proof that every jurisdiction or carrier enforces identical rules on the same day.
- iata.org ↗ · checked 27 Oct 2026
Before you commit to a larger bank
- Read its actual Wh rating, not just the mAh or output watts.
- Find the operating airline’s policy for the travel date.
- Request written clarification or approval when required. Keep the airline’s reply.