A Southwest passenger's "battery charger apparently overheated and began to smoke," the airline said. Quick-thinking flight ...

The updated policy took effect on May 28, a Southwest Airlines spokesperson confirmed to Travel + Leisure. “When a portable charger/power bank is used during a flight, it must be out of any ...

Starting May 28, Southwest Airlines mandates visible portable chargers during flights to enhance safety, addressing risks of thermal runaway in lithium-ion batteries. Fox News Media Fox Business ...

Southwest Airlines enforces a new policy requiring portable chargers to be kept in plain sight during flights to address growing concerns over lithium-ion battery fires.

Southwest Airlines enforces a new policy requiring portable chargers to be kept in plain sight during flights to address growing concerns over lithium-ion battery fires.

Southwest Airlines enforces a new policy requiring portable chargers to be kept in plain sight during flights to address growing concerns over lithium-ion battery fires.

Southwest Airlines enforces a new policy requiring portable chargers to be kept in plain sight during flights to address growing concerns over lithium-ion battery fires.

Southwest Airlines enforces a new policy requiring portable chargers to be kept in plain sight during flights to address growing concerns over lithium-ion battery fires.

Southwest Airlines has implemented new portable charger flight rules to maximize flight safety. The updated policy focuses on lithium-ion battery safety, a growing concern for the airline industry ...

Key Points. Southwest Airlines has enacted a new rule around using portable chargers in flight. All passengers must keep chargers out and in their sight while in use, starting May 28.

The decision comes after dozens of recalls and safety incidents. Southwest Has a Strict New Safety Rule About Chargers—What Travelers Should Know Skip to main content ...