A power bank fire on a China Eastern flight ignited global safety concerns. Aviation authorities worldwide are tightening regulations on portable chargers onboard aircraft. Indian travelers must understand these new rules for their journeys. Damaged or defective lithium-ion batteries can cause dangerous thermal runaway incidents. Carrying power banks in cabin baggage and switching them off when not in use is advised.
On July 24, a passenger packed a power bank in an overhead bin; minutes later it caught fire on a China Eastern flight, prompting airlines to tighten battery rules
