Can I take drone batteries on plane?


Can I take drone batteries on plane? According to the Federal Aviation Administration, if your drone's batteries come in below 100 Wh, you can carry as many as you want on the flight, however, if your batteries are between 101 and 160 Wh, you can only bring up to two per flight.


Do you have to declare lithium batteries on a plane?

Spare (uninstalled) lithium ion and lithium metal batteries, including power banks and cell phone battery charging cases, must be carried in carry-on baggage only. With airline approval, passengers may also carry up to two spare larger lithium ion batteries (101–160 Wh) or lithium metal batteries (2-8 grams).


What happens if you check batteries on a plane?

If you also intend to bring some spare batteries, typically you have to put them into your carry-ons. Checked baggage is vulnerable to rough handling or temperature changes. According to the TSA, you can bring up to: Two large lithium-ion batteries, from 101 – 160 Wh.


Can you take drone lithium batteries on a plane?

Generally speaking, rechargeable lithium ion batteries used in most drones (less than 100 watt-hours) can be carried on a plane with you. Drone batteries that are larger than 100 watt-hours may still be acceptable, but there are some limitations.


Can I bring batteries in my carry-on?

Batteries allowed in carry-on baggage include: • Dry cell alkaline batteries: typical AA, AAA, C, D, 9-volt, button-sized cells, etc. consumer-sized lithium ion batteries (up to 100 watt hours per battery).


Why are battery items not allowed on flights?

Damaged, defective or recalled lithium batteries must not be carried in carry-on or checked baggage if they are likely to be a safety concern by overheating or catching on fire.


What happens if you have a lithium battery in checked luggage?

Lithium batteries can catch fire
While not all batteries are prohibited in checked luggage, lithium batteries are considered hazardous and should not be packed in checked bags. If a lithium battery overheats and catches fire inside the cargo hold, the fire can quickly spread and become difficult to control.