In the United States, Southwest Airlines is the first of the four biggest American carriers to introduce new restrictions.

You might have to repack or turn off batteries before boarding flights with certain carriers. Southwest is becoming the first ...

Arlines are tightening their rules on batteries and portable chargers. Because of fire risks, you'll now have to keep your portable chargers visible while you're using them, at least on Southwest ...

Brits are being cautioned not to pack a popular item in their checked luggage due to the potential safety hazards it can pose ...

Southwest Airlines is implementing a surprising new restriction on portable chargers to keep these notoriously incendiary ...

Though they’re a staple in most travelers’ carry-ons for keeping phones, tablets and other devices charged on long flights, ...

Portable chargers and power banks might be useful additions to your carry-on luggage, but they’re also a potential fire risk.

Southwest is banning the use of portable charging devices stored in a bag or overhead bin following incidents including a ...

Southwest Airlines is introducing a new rule, requiring passengers to keep power banks and portable charging devices in plain ...

Summer vacations are here. But if you're flying with Southwest, you need to be aware of a new rule for portable chargers.

Southwest says it will limit battery charging to devices that are easily visible, in case chargers catch fire.

There is no definitive link between portable batteries and the Air Busan fire, and an investigation is underway. Because rules vary across airlines, you might find yourself having to repack or ...